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Senior Accountant assists the CFO, VP Finance and Accounting Manager with accounting and finance functions such as month end close and budgeting. The role involves e-mail and telephone communications with the Company’s staff, including the Leadership Team. The Senior Accountant is responsible for month end close duties, including journal entries and account reconciliations. Senior Accountants must possess excellent organizational and problem-solving skills, understand the importance of confidentiality and understand accounting processes. Senior Accountants are self-motivated and able to work independently and without excess direction or supervision. They must also possess a strong attention to detail. Senior Accountants are deadline-driven and have the ability to work confidently and effectively within a high volume, fast-paced environment.
Job Responsibility:
Oversee financial reporting processes, including preparation of financial statements, reports, and budgets
Ensure compliance with accounting principles, standards, and regulations
Analyze financial data and provide insights to support strategic decision-making
Coordinate external audits
Conduct variance analysis and recommend corrective actions
Assist with financial planning and forecasting activities
Stay updated with changes in accounting standards and regulations
Prepare ad hoc financial reports and analyses as needed
Collaborate with cross-functional teams on finance-related projects
Monitor cash flow and liquidity to ensure adequate funding through preparation of cash forecast
Complete month end closing, including review of financial statements, and preparation of journal entries and balance sheet reconciliations
Communicate financial results and recommendations to management
Assist with NetSuite accounting software automation
Requirements:
Advanced knowledge of accounting principles and practices
Proficiency in financial reporting and analysis
Experience with financial software and ERP systems preferred
Strong attention to detail and accuracy in financial records
Strategic financial planning and forecasting abilities
Leadership skills in guiding accounting teams and projects
Intermediate – advanced Microsoft Excel skills
detail oriented writing skills, i.e. ability to draft detail oriented e-mail communications
Strong ability to multitask on a continuous basis
Strong organizational and time management skills
Proven problem-solving skills
Nice to have:
Familiarity with journal entries
Understanding and ability to read primary financial statements, i.e. balance sheets, income statements, and statements of Cash Flows
Working knowledge of the processes and procedures associated with end-of-month/quarterly reconciliation and closing