Senior Accountant

Overview

• The Senior Accountant role involves managing monthly general ledger close and preparing financial statements with accuracy and compliance.
• Collaborate with senior management to provide timely financial insights for decision-making processes.
• Ensure adherence to internal controls and compliance with accounting principles and company policies.
• Support audit processes by addressing requests from internal and external auditors.
• Prepare balance sheets, profit and loss statements, and other financial reports to interpret company performance.
• Maintain and update work papers for balance sheet accounts, ensuring substantiated journal entries.
• Analyze and reconcile accounts, investigating and correcting inconsistencies in financial entries.
• Contribute to payroll reconciliation and preparation of tax reports at federal, state, and local levels.

Key Responsibilities & Duties

• Manage month-end close processes, including payroll posting, accounts receivable, and accruals.
• Perform general ledger and sub-ledger reconciliations to ensure financial accuracy.
• Prepare financial narratives to explain month-end findings and variances.
• Develop and maintain internal controls to ensure compliance with accounting standards.
• Prepare quarterly and year-end payroll reconciliations and tax filings.
• Support audit processes by providing required documentation and addressing inquiries.
• Utilize advanced Excel functions, including V-Lookup and Pivot Tables, for data analysis.
• Collaborate with the Controller to ensure high-volume financial operations are managed effectively.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or related field is required.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a senior accounting role, preferably with general ledger expertise.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Dynamics and advanced Excel functions, including V-Lookup and Pivot Tables.
• Experience with Workday software is essential for this role.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills to convey financial insights effectively.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-volume environment with minimal delegation.
• Solid understanding of accounting principles and internal control procedures.
• Background in healthcare accounting is a plus but not mandatory.