Senior Accountant

Senior Accountant Overview

• The Senior Accountant will oversee purchasing, accounts payable, and financial reconciliations, ensuring accuracy and compliance within the organization’s financial operations.
• Collaborate with the Controller to manage monthly closings, account analysis, and financial reporting processes effectively.
• Maintain balance sheet schedules, ledgers, and prepare journal entries to support organizational financial health.
• Facilitate vendor invoice management, resolving discrepancies, and ensuring timely payments.
• Administer payroll and benefits processes, including new hire entries and terminations in ADP systems.
• Oversee compliance reporting, including Public Goods Pool and Medicare Credit Balance submissions.
• Manage state and city awards, contracts, and grants, ensuring adherence to program budgets.
• Serve as liaison for corporate insurance applications and broker communications.
• Contribute to the organization’s financial strategy and operational efficiency through proactive problem-solving and multitasking.

Senior Accountant Key Responsibilities & Duties

• Review and manage daily activities within the automated purchasing and accounts payable system.
• Perform timely and accurate bank reconciliations, addressing discrepancies promptly.
• Administer program budgets and grants, ensuring compliance with funding requirements.
• Prepare and maintain financial schedules, including insurance coverage details.
• Coordinate payroll entries and terminations, ensuring accuracy in tax information.
• Submit compliance reports and manage fund transfers as required.
• Support the Controller in financial reporting and account analysis tasks.
• Address vendor inquiries and reconcile invoice discrepancies effectively.
• Collaborate with diverse teams to meet reporting and compliance requirements.

Senior Accountant Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Business is required.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in accounting or finance roles.
• Proficiency in general ledger reconciliation and accounts payable cycles.
• Experience with program budgeting, contracts, and multi-source funding preferred.
• Strong computer skills, particularly in Excel, are essential.
• Demonstrated ability to multitask and problem-solve effectively.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication abilities.
• Knowledge of compliance and reporting requirements in financial operations.