Cherry Bekaert LLP

Senior Accountant

Cherry Bekaert LLP$80K — $95K *
Legal & Accounting
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting preferred
  • 5+ years of progressive accounting experience
  • Strong general ledger accounting experience required
  • Experience with month-end close and account reconciliations
  • Audit preparation and support experience preferred
  • Nonprofit accounting experience is a plus
  • QuickBooks experience is a plus
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and other accounting software
  • Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills

Responsibilities

  • Lead and support the month-end and year-end close processes
  • Prepare and post journal entries and account reconciliations
  • Perform bank and balance sheet reconciliations
  • Maintain the accuracy and integrity of the general ledger
  • Assist with audit preparation and provide supporting documentation to auditors
  • Analyze financial data and resolve accounting discrepancies
  • Support process improvements and accounting best practices
  • Collaborate with internal departments to ensure accurate financial reporting

Benefits

  • Opportunity to work within a growing firm
  • Supportive team environment conducive to professional development
  • Potential for career advancement in a stable industry
  • Engagement with diverse internal departments
  • Ability to influence and implement process improvements
Full Job Description
Cherry Bekaert Recruiting is seeking an experienced Senior Accountant. This role will be responsible for key accounting functions, including month-end close, journal entries, bank reconciliations, general ledger maintenance, and audit support. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, organized, and capable of managing multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment.

Responsibilities
  • Lead and support the month-end and year-end close processes
  • Prepare and post journal entries and account reconciliations
  • Perform bank and balance sheet reconciliations
  • Maintain the accuracy and integrity of the general ledger
  • Assist with audit preparation and provide supporting documentation to auditors
  • Analyze financial data and resolve accounting discrepancies
  • Support process improvements and accounting best practices
  • Collaborate with internal departments to ensure accurate financial reporting

Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting preferred
  • 5+ years of progressive accounting experience
  • Strong general ledger accounting experience required
  • Experience with month-end close and account reconciliations
  • Audit preparation and support experience preferred
  • Nonprofit accounting experience is a plus
  • QuickBooks experience is a plus
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and other accounting software
  • Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills


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About Cherry Bekaert LLP

Cherry Bekaert is a public accounting firm that provides a wide range of services to clients in various industries. The company offers audit, tax, and advisory services to help clients achieve their business goals. Cherry Bekaert has a team of over 1,200 professionals who are committed to delivering high-quality work and exceptional customer service. The company has offices in several states across the US and serves clients in both the public and private sectors.
Learn more about Cherry Bekaert LLP
Size
1,200 employees
Industry
5 Year Trend
+10%
Revenue
$220 million

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