Berkeley Research Group

Senior Accountant

Berkeley Research Group$85K — $110K *
US-AnywhereRemote in United States
Legal & Accounting
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting preferred
  • 3-5 years of professional experience in accounting or auditing
  • Knowledge of US GAAP
  • Proficient in MS Office with advanced Excel skills
  • Exceptional organizational and attention to detail skills
  • Strong written and oral communication skills
  • Analytical and problem-solving capabilities

Responsibilities

  • Apply US GAAP, especially ASC 606, for revenue recognition
  • Analyze general ledger activity and perform account reconciliations
  • Prepare special financial reports and complete requested projects
  • Review transaction account coding for accuracy
  • Conduct bank reconciliations
  • Propose and prepare journal entries, including adjustments
  • Assist in variance analysis during period-end close
  • Prepare audit schedules for timely year-end audits
  • Aid in preparation of sales tax returns and supporting documentation
  • Document and maintain the Company's accounting policies
  • Collaborate with internal departments and adapt to new responsibilities
  • Contribute positively to the organization's goals

Benefits

  • Significant learning opportunities within a fast-paced environment
  • Involvement in project-based initiatives to improve accounting functions
  • Collaborative work culture with various internal departments
  • Supportive atmosphere for professional growth
  • Opportunities to develop skills in accounting and audit processes
Full Job Description
The Senior Accountant role reports to the Accounting Manager and is a critical member of the Accounting department. As the Senior Accountant, you will be working with the Accounting team to support the monthly accounting process within a fast-paced and quickly evolving company. The role provides significant learning opportunities as it encompasses day to day controllership duties as well as involvement in several project-based initiatives to improve the reporting and accounting functions. The candidate must be very flexible and highly committed to quality, customer service, teamwork and supporting company and department goals in a fast-paced environment. We need a professional with solid communication, technology, organizational and analytical skills and the attention to detail necessary to ensure accurate reporting in all areas. Responsibilities (include but not limited to): - Apply US GAAP, in particular ASC 606, to various contracts to calculate and record revenue recognition - Perform analysis of general ledger activity including account reconciliations - Provide financial status information by preparing special reports; completing special projects when requested - Review department and GL account coding of transactions (i.e. vouchers) for appropriateness. - Perform bank reconciliations - Propose and prepare standard recurring and non-recurring journal entries including adjusting entries - Assist in variance analysis review of financial statement transactions as part of period end close process - Prepare audit schedules with the GL team to ensure a clean and timely year-end audit - Assist in the preparation of sales tax returns - Provide accurate financial information and documentation to support tax preparer requests - Assist in documenting and maintaining the Company's accounting policies - Work collaboratively and communicate often with several internal departments - Adapt to new tasks and responsibilities as the business grows and changes - Contributing to the organization in a professional manner with a positive attitude Qualifications: - Bachelor's degree in Accounting preferred - 3-5 years of professional experience in accounting or auditing - US GAAP knowledge - Proficient in MS Office. Advanced skills in Excel - Exceptional organizational skills, follow-up skills and attention to detail - Strong written and oral communication skills - Strong analytical and problem-solving skills - Ability to work well in a fast-paced environment - Consistent attendance and reliability - Experience in healthcare, healthcare data, pharma, etc. a plus Candidate must be able to submit verification of his/her legal right to work in the United States, without company sponsorship. Salary range: $85,000 - $110,000

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