Senior Accountant

Description The Senior Accountant assists the Controller with creating timely and accurate financial/accounting statements in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP), administers billing and special financial projects. The Senior Accountant will perform day-to-day activities while supporting tasks directed by the Controller, VP of Finance, and Senior Leadership.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Processes month-end balancing and journal entries. Assists the Controller and VP of Finance with month-end close and financial reports. Reconciles general ledger accounts. Supports meetings and reports on 401K testing/compliance. Processes expense reports for employees. Performs audits as directed by the President and COO.

Supports monthly contract financial analysis. Manages the weekly check run. Manages fixed assets, including recording acquisition, dispositions, asset tagging, and periodic audits. Assists with the annual financial audit. Communicates with co-workers, management, vendors, and others in a courteous and professional manner.

Conforms with and abide by all regulations, policies, work procedures, and instructions. Completes miscellaneous special projects for the accounting and finance departments as needed. Must keep any and all information confidential. Performs other duties as assigned. Able to train and manage staff. Must be proficient in Microsoft Office suite, particularly with Excel.

Able to work with little to no supervision.

Requirements

Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in accounting 5-7 years’ of experience in accounting Must have served in an audit capacity, assisted with accounting system reviews, and have experience with managing accounts receivable/accounts payable personnel. Ability to communicate effectively with a variety of contacts. CPA or CPA eligible is a plus.

General Ledger experience Preferred Worked in Paylocity / NetSuite Advanced Excel skills- macro, pivot tables, V look-up Expense and payables experience