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Senior Accountant (Hybrid)

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Annapolis Junction, MD, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 8 Aug 2024

About the role

Position Summary:
The Senior Accountant is responsible for performing a variety of accounting duties with a focus on maintaining accuracy and compliance in financial reporting. This role requires a strong understanding of accounting principles and practices, as well as the ability to work independently and collaboratively within the finance team. The Senior Accountant will play a key role in ensuring the integrity of financial information, supporting month-end and year-end closing processes, and assisting with financial analysis and reporting. This position is 4 days onsite with 1 remote day per week.

Responsibilities:

  • General Ledger Management:
  • Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
  • Prepare and post journal entries, including accruals, prepayments, and adjustments.
  • Perform account reconciliations, including bank statements, credit card statements, and balance sheet accounts.
  • Financial Reporting:
  • Assist in the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
  • Support the month-end and year-end closing processes, ensuring timely and accurate reporting.
  • Prepare variance analysis and provide insights into financial performance.
  • Assist in the preparation of management reports and dashboards as required.
  • Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable:
  • Review and approve invoices, expense reports, and payment requests for accuracy and compliance.
  • Monitor accounts receivable, ensuring timely collection of outstanding balances.
  • Assist in the management of cash flow, including forecasting and planning.
  • Audit and Compliance:
  • Assist with internal and external audits, providing necessary documentation and support.
  • Ensure compliance with internal controls, accounting policies, and regulatory requirements.
  • Support the preparation of tax filings, including sales tax, property tax, and income tax returns.
  • Financial Analysis:
  • Perform financial analysis to support budgeting, forecasting, and strategic decision-making.
  • Analyze and report on key financial metrics, identifying trends and areas for improvement.
  • Provide financial support to various departments within the organization.
  • Process Improvement:
  • Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes and systems for greater efficiency and accuracy.
  • Participate in the implementation of new accounting systems or software upgrades.

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