Senior Staff Accountant

Description

The Senior Staff Accountant is responsible for maintaining the accuracy and integrity of the organization’s financial records while supporting the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes. This role performs complex accounting functions, prepares financial analyses, ensures compliance with accounting standards and company policies, and collaborates with cross-functional teams to improve financial processes. The Senior Staff Accountant also serves as a resource to junior accounting staff and assists with audits, budgeting, and special projects.

Essential Responsibilities

• Prepare and post complex journal entries.
• Perform monthly, quarterly, and annual account reconciliations.
• Assist with the month-end and year-end close process, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting.
• Analyze financial statements, account activity, and variances, providing explanations and recommendations.
• Maintain the general ledger and ensure transactions are recorded in accordance with GAAP and company policies.
• Prepare supporting schedules for internal and external financial reporting.
• Assist with annual financial statement audits and respond to auditor requests.
• Prepare and review balance sheet reconciliations and resolve discrepancies.
• Monitor fixed assets, depreciation schedules, and capital expenditures.
• Assist with cash management, accruals, prepaid expenses, and other accounting functions.
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning activities.
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes and internal controls.
• Ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and local regulations.
• Train and mentor junior accounting staff as needed.
• Participate in system implementations, process improvements, and special projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required.
• CPA certification preferred.
• Minimum of 5–7 years of progressive accounting experience.
• Strong knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Experience with ERP accounting systems and advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Experience with financial reporting, reconciliations, and general ledger accounting.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines with minimal supervision.

Key Competencies

• Financial analysis
• General ledger management
• Account reconciliations
• Financial reporting
• Critical thinking
• Process improvement
• Time management
• Collaboration
• Professional judgment
• Confidentiality and integrity

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods of sitting and working at a computer.
• Occasionally lift up to 20 pounds.
• Ability to communicate effectively in person, by phone, and electronically.

Work Environment

This position is typically performed in a professional office or hybrid work environment. Occasional overtime may be required during month-end, year-end, audits, or other peak accounting periods.