Senior Accountant

JOB SUMMARY

Responsible for general ledger posting and reconciliation for assigned companies.

DUTIES

• Prepare and maintain timely, accurate, and complete financial information
• Ensure the integrity of accounting information by verifying, allocating, posting and entering transactions
• Perform daily bank reconciliation, including deposits, cleared checks, electronic funds transfers and other transactions
• Close all sub-ledgers to the general ledger monthly for assigned companies
• Prepare error-free accounting reports and their results
• Prepare accurate account reconciliations regularly on a monthly or quarterly basis
• Participate with AR and collections efforts
• Identify and research errors, exceptions, or unusual reconciling items and report findings to the Controller as needed
• Provide support for the annual audit process
• Remain familiar and compliant with all company policies and procedures in the performance of job duties and regarding individual activities and behaviors
• Stay up to date with knowledge of the latest business trends
• Maintain acceptable attendance in accordance with company policies and departmental standards
• Conduct self in a professional, courteous, respectful, and friendly manner at all times when interacting with coworkers, clients or vendors
• Other duties assigned as needed

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required

Experience:

• 4+ years of accounting experience required

SKILLS & CERTIFICATION

Skills:

• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and procedures
• Advanced proficiency in MS Excel, Word, and accounting programs
• Thorough, accurate and a strong attention to detail
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent organizational skills
• Flexibility and willingness to work extra hours during month-end close cycle
• Ability to work independently and effectively
• Strong analytical skills

Typical Physical Demands:

• Requires prolonged sitting, some bending and stooping. Occasional lifting of up to 25 lbs. Manual dexterity sufficient to operate a computer keyboard and calculator. Requires normal range of hearing and visio