Senior Staff Accountant

UG2

• $80K — $110K *
Legal & Accounting
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA preferred.
  • 4 years of progressive accounting experience, particularly in financial analysis and reporting.
  • Strong understanding of GAAP and financial reporting standards.
  • Proficient in accounting software and ERP systems; advanced MS Excel skills.
  • Experience managing month-end and year-end closing processes.
  • Excellent analytical skills for interpreting complex financial data.
  • Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and organization.

Responsibilities

  • Manage day-to-day accounting operations including month-end close and reporting.
  • Reconcile balance sheet accounts and resolve discrepancies.
  • Prepare and review journal entries compliant with GAAP.
  • Perform variance analysis and recommend operational improvements.
  • Assist with external audit preparations to ensure compliance.
  • Collaborate on month-end and year-end close to enhance reporting accuracy.
  • Develop and implement accounting policies to improve financial processes.

Benefits

  • Engagement with leadership and stakeholders across the organization.
  • Opportunity to partner closely with the Controller.
  • Involvement in cross-functional team efforts to streamline processes.
Full Job Description
The Senior Staff Accountant is primarily responsible for overseeing and managing various financial activities to ensure accuracy, integrity, and compliance with accounting principles. This position involves performing accounting duties, analyzing financial data, and supporting the financial reporting processes.

Job Responsibilities:
  • Participate in day-to-day accounting operations, such as Month End Close, reporting and general ledger account review and analysis.
  • Responsible for reconciling assigned balance sheet accounts and resolving any discrepancies.
  • Prepare and review journal entries around assets, liabilities, revenue and expenses in compliance with GAAP.
  • Perform variance analysis, forecasting, identifying trends and recommending improvements for operational efficiencies.
  • Assist in the preparation for the external audit, ensuring compliance with audit requirements.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting.
  • Assist in the development and implementation of accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls to enhance financial accuracy and efficiency.
  • Stay updated on changes in accounting standards and regulations, ensuring compliance and recommending adjustments as necessary.
  • Support special projects and ad-hoc financial analyses as required by management.

Key Interactions:
  • Engage with all leaders and stakeholders.
  • Engage with all employees organizationally as needed.
  • Partner with the Controller.

Requirements (Knowledge, Abilities, Skills, and Education and/or Experience):
  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field. CPA certification is preferred.
  • 4 years of progressive experience in accounting roles, with demonstrable experience in financial analysis and reporting.
  • Strong knowledge of accounting principles (GAAP) and financial reporting standards.
  • Proficiency in accounting software and ERP systems; advanced proficiency in MS Excel.
  • Experience in managing month-end and year-end closing processes.
  • Excellent analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex financial data.
  • Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy in financial reporting.
  • Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment.

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