Senior Accountant

Position Summary

We are seeking a hands-on Senior Accountant to join our growing team. This role is ideal for an accounting professional who thrives in a fast-paced, evolving environment and enjoys owning the month-end close process from start to finish. The Senior Accountant will play a key role in maintaining accurate financial records, performing detailed reconciliations, preparing journal entries, and supporting overall accounting operations.

This is a highly interactive position that requires someone who is comfortable working independently, collaborating across departments, and rolling up their sleeves to help wherever needed.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform monthly, quarterly, and year-end close activities.
• Prepare and post journal entries accurately and timely.
• Complete detailed account and bank reconciliations with minimal supervision.
• Reconcile balance sheet accounts and research discrepancies.
• Maintain supporting schedules and documentation for month-end close.
• Analyze financial data and investigate variances.
• Work extensively in QuickBooks to manage and maintain accounting records.
• Perform manual reconciliations in Excel, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
• Assist with financial reporting and special accounting projects as assigned.
• Support process improvements and help strengthen accounting procedures.
• Collaborate with operations and other departments to resolve accounting issues.
• Provide occasional assistance with Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable activities when business needs require.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience as a Senior Accountant.
• Proven experience independently managing month-end close activities.
• Strong hands-on experience performing:
  • Journal entries
  • Bank reconciliations
  • Account reconciliations
  • Balance sheet reconciliations
  • Financial statement support
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills with substantial experience using:
  • VLOOKUPs
  • Data analysis functions
  • Basic to intermediate Pivot Tables
• Experience performing manual reconciliations in Excel, not simply reviewing or assisting with reconciliations prepared by others.
• Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks in a changing business environment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• QuickBooks experience strongly preferred.
• Experience working in a highly manual accounting environment.
• Exposure to Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable functions.
• Experience helping improve processes and workflows.

Ideal Candidate Profile

The successful candidate will be:

• Adaptable and comfortable with change.
• Team-oriented and willing to help wherever needed.
• Self-motivated and able to work with minimal supervision.
• Approachable and collaborative with other departments.
• Comfortable asking questions and seeking clarification when needed.
• Eager to learn and take on additional responsibilities.
• Laid-back, positive, and able to contribute to a strong team culture.

Day-to-Day Activities

During the first several months, the Senior Accountant's primary focus will be:

• Working extensively within QuickBooks.
• Performing detailed manual account and bank reconciliations.
• Supporting and executing the month-end close process.
• Cleaning up and organizing accounting records.
• Building accurate supporting schedules and documentation.