Job Description
Job Description
Position Summary
We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Accountant with full-cycle accounting experience and demonstrated supervisory capabilities. This role is responsible for overseeing day-to-day accounting operations, reviewing work prepared by junior staff, and ensuring accurate financial reporting. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, deadline-driven, and comfortable acting as a key support to leadership.
Key Responsibilities
Full-Cycle Accounting
- Manage general ledger activities, month-end and year-end close, and reconciliations
- Prepare and review journal entries, accruals, and adjustments
- Oversee AP, AR, payroll entries, bank reconciliations, and fixed asset accounting
- Ensure compliance with GAAP and internal accounting policies
- Maintain accurate and timely financial records
Financial Reporting
- Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements
- Analyze financial results and provide variance explanations
- Support budgeting and forecasting processes
- Assist with audit preparation and provide documentation to external auditors
Supervisory & Leadership Responsibilities
- Supervise and mentor junior accounting staff (AP/AR clerks, staff accountants)
- Review and approve reconciliations, journal entries, and supporting schedules
- Provide training, feedback, and process guidance
- Help implement improved workflows, efficiency measures, and internal controls
Other Responsibilities
- Assist with cash flow monitoring and reporting
- Support special projects, system implementations, and process improvements
- Collaborate with other departments to resolve accounting issues
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or related field
- 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, including full-cycle accounting
- 1+ years of supervisory or lead experience preferred
- Strong understanding of GAAP
- Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, etc.)