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We are looking for an experienced Sr. Accountant to join an insurance organization in Williamsville, New York. This role will help maintain accurate financial records, support core accounting operations, and contribute to timely reporting throughout the month-end and year-end cycles. The ideal candidate brings strong general ledger knowledge, sound reconciliation skills, and the ability to collaborate across departments to strengthen financial accuracy and controls.
Job Responsibility
Manage and support accounting activities tied to payroll, payables, receivables, cash posting, and collections, including related entries and account balancing
Prepare cash-based analyses and supporting schedules that help monitor liquidity, while investigating and clearing outstanding reconciling items in a timely manner
Contribute to the creation and review of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports by organizing data, validating balances, and assisting with financial analysis
Perform key close activities each month, quarter, and year, including journal entry preparation and completion of detailed workpapers
Maintain the integrity of general ledger information by verifying that transactions are recorded completely and in line with company accounting standards and policies
Develop internal reporting and variance explanations to highlight financial trends, unusual activity, and areas requiring follow-up
Partner with teams such as FP&A and Operations to confirm financial transactions, research discrepancies, and resolve reporting issues
Provide audit and compliance support by assembling schedules, documentation, and other materials needed for external audit and tax-related requests
Recommend and assist with accounting process enhancements, including organizational or software-related changes that improve efficiency, accuracy, and internal controls
Offer backup assistance for essential finance tasks during peak workloads or team absences and support special analyses or projects requested by finance leadership
Requirements
3+ years of accounting experience, preferably in a senior-level or progressive staff accounting capacity
Hands-on experience with month-end close processes, including journal entries, workpapers, and deadline-driven deliverables
Strong understanding of general ledger activity, account reconciliation, and bank reconciliation procedures
Ability to analyze financial data, investigate variances, and resolve discrepancies with accuracy and attention to detail
Experience supporting financial statement preparation, internal reporting, or audit documentation
Proficiency working with accounting systems and spreadsheet tools to manage schedules, reporting, and reconciliations
Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional business partners