Senior Staff Accountant

Job Summary:
The Senior Staff Accountant will play a key role in the Accounting Department by overseeing various financial activities and ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting. The ideal candidate has 4+ years of accounting experience and will be responsible for maintaining general ledger accounts, preparing financial statements, performing account reconciliations, and assisting with audits and budgeting processes. This role requires a strong understanding of accounting principles, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently as well as in a team environment.

Responsibilities:

• Financial Reporting:
• Prepare and analyze monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Ensure accuracy and completeness of financial data and reports.
• Assist in the preparation of management reports and financial presentations.
• General Ledger Management:
• Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts.
• Perform month-end and year-end closing activities.
• Review journal entries and ensure proper documentation and compliance with accounting standards.
• Account Reconciliation:
• Reconcile bank statements, balance sheet accounts, and inter-company transactions.
• Investigate and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner.
• Budgeting and Forecasting:
• Assist in the development of annual budgets and periodic forecasting.
• Analyze variances between actual and budgeted results and provide explanations.
• Audit Support:
• Prepare documentation and schedules for internal and external audits.
• Work with auditors to provide requested information and resolve any issues.
• Process Improvement:
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and automation within the accounting function.
• Implement best practices to increase efficiency and accuracy in financial operations.
• Compliance and Internal Controls:
• Ensure compliance with GAAP and other applicable financial regulations.
• Monitor and strengthen internal controls and procedures.
• Ad Hoc Projects:
• Participate in special projects and assignments as required.
• Support the Accounting Manager and other senior staff with various tasks and initiatives.