Job Summary:The Senior Accountant will be responsible for overseeing general accounting operations by controlling and verifying our financial transactions. This role includes reconciling account balances and bank statements, maintaining the general ledger, and preparing month-end close procedures. The ideal candidate will have excellent analytical skills, a thorough knowledge of accounting principles, and experience collaborating with a team.Key Responsibilities:
- Oversee and manage the general accounting functions, including, but not limited to: accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger, and taxes.
- Prepare and review appropriate ledger entries and reconciliations.
- Maintain the general ledger system.
- Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
- Assist with regulatory reporting, frequently including tax planning and compliance.
- Coordinate the preparation of regulatory reporting.
- Research technical accounting issues for compliance.
- Support month-end and year-end close processes.
- Ensure compliance with GAAP principles.
- Assist in the development and implementation of new procedures and features to enhance the workflow of the department.
- Provide training to new and existing staff as needed.
- Handle sensitive information in a confidential manner.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
- CPA or CMA certification preferred.
- Proven 2-4 years of experience as a Senior Accountant or in a similar role.
- Experience in Agriculture, Manufacture, or Construction industry is preferred.
- Thorough knowledge of basic accounting procedures and principles.
- Experience with general ledger functions and the month-end/year-end close process.
- Advanced MS Excel skills including Vlookups and pivot tables.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
- Excellent analytical skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Strong organizational and time management skills.