Senior Accountant

Under general supervision, responsible for the more complex accounting activities relating to account reconciliations, analysis and forecasts, the month-end close process and developing managerial reports reviewed by the Director and Controller and providing financial statement related support. This is the most senior skill level without supervisory responsibility. Position may provide functional advice or training to less-experienced accountant positions.

  • Accurately record transactions into the general ledger
  • Accurately reconcile accounts, summarize activity, resolve reconciling differences appropriately, prepare forecast estimates, and understand the Balance Sheet, P&L and cash flow statement impacts of account activity, including classifications of financial statement line items
  • Able to analyze and articulate operational performance
  • Communicate promptly and effectively with Operators, to assist them in understanding their financial reports
  • Able to analyze and recommend improvements to major systems, processes, practices or policies
  • Perform accounting and control procedures related to complex intercompany balances and consolidation processes
  • Able to drive the decision-making process
  • Constantly strive to exceed goals, requirements, previous accomplishments and expectations
  • Contribute to month-end close process to ensure timely, accurate financial data that is in compliance with GAAP and accounting policies
  • Review and approve journal entries prepared by staff accountants
  • Other duties as assigned

You own this if you have…

  • BS/BA in Accounting
  • Minimum of 4 years of experience
  • Knowledge of US GAAP
  • Detail-oriented
  • Strong organizational skills
  • Effective written and oral communication skills
  • Excellent Microsoft Excel skills
 
  • Desired Skills and Experience
  • Experience with intercompany accounting
  • Experience with Great Plains accounting system