Position Overview:
The Senior Accountant is responsible for overseeing the accounting operations of the company including maintaining financial records preparing reports and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements. This role involves complex accounting tasks such as financial analysis budgeting and audit support and often includes supervision of accounting staff.
Key Responsibilities:
- Financial Reporting and Analysis:
- Prepare review and analyze financial statements and reports to ensure accuracy and compliance with accounting standards.
- Conduct variance analysis and provide insights on financial performance and trends.
- General Ledger and Account Reconciliation:
- Maintain the general ledger and ensure accuracy in account balances.
- Reconcile complex balance sheet accounts including intercompany and foreign currency transactions.
- MonthEnd and YearEnd Close:
- Lead the monthend and yearend close processes ensuring timely and accurate reporting.
- Prepare and review journal entries accruals and adjustments.
- Budgeting and Forecasting:
- Assist in the preparation of annual budgets and financial forecasts.
- Analyze budget variances and work with department heads to understand and manage spending.
- Compliance and Internal Controls:
- Ensure compliance with internal controls company policies and regulatory requirements.
- Support internal and external audits by providing necessary documentation and explanations.
- Supervision and Mentorship:
- Supervise and mentor junior accounting staff providing guidance and training as needed.
- Review work performed by junior staff for accuracy and completeness.
- Tax and Regulatory Reporting:
- Prepare and review tax filings and other regulatory reports.
- Stay current with changes in tax laws and regulations.
- Special Projects and Process Improvement:
- Lead or participate in special projects such as system implementations or process improvements.
- Identify and implement efficiencies in accounting processes and procedures.
Qualifications:
- Bachelors degree in Accounting Finance or a related field.
- 46 years of accounting experience with at least 2 years in a senior role.
- Strong knowledge of GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles).
- Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Office especially Excel.
- Excellent analytical problemsolving and organizational skills.
- Strong communication skills both written and verbal.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
Remote Work :
No