The Senior Accountant I is responsible for applying accounting principles and procedures to analyze financial information, prepare accurate and timely financial reports and statements and ensure appropriate accounting control procedures.
Key Areas of Responsibility
Compile and analyze financial information to prepare financial statements including monthly and annual accounts.
Ensure financial records are maintained in compliance with accepted policies and procedures.
Ensure proper revenue and expenses are recognized in accordance with GAAP.
General ledger operations including performing account substantiations.
Prepare journal entries.
Ensure financial close and reporting deadlines are met.
Prepare financial management reports.
Ensure accurate and timely monthly, quarterly and year end closes.
Establish and monitor the implementation and maintenance of accounting control procedures.
Independently resolve accounting discrepancies and irregularities.
Ensure accurate and appropriate recording and analysis of revenues and expenses and balance sheet accounts.
Guide non-financial functional areas through accounting rationale and impact on reporting and control.
Analyze actual results and provide explanations for variances to plan and prior year.
Responsibilities
Financial audit preparation and cooperation with the audit process.
Analyze financial information to recommend or develop efficient use of resources and procedures.
Collaborate cross-functionally on improving business results and processes.
Ad-hoc projects as assigned.
Mentor junior team members.
Education and/or Experience Qualifications
Bachelor's degree either in finance or accounting, or another major with CPA.
External candidates:
3 years previous accounting or financial audit experience.
Other Required Qualifications
Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to effectively interact with internal and external stakeholders
Demonstrated strong knowledge of accounting and finance principles and practices
Solid technical accounting skills
Demonstrated organizational skills with critical attention to detail
Track record of balancing multiple priorities simultaneously with the ability to adapt to the changing needs of the business, while meeting deadlines
Proficient in Microsoft office applications with strong experience in Excel
Proven track record in problem analysis with the ability to creatively and proactively problem solve
Track record of identifying process improvements, and making appropriate recommendations
Strong negotiation skills with the ability to influence stakeholders
Preferred Qualifications
CPA
Strong knowledge of financial accounting and reporting applications (Peoplesoft and Hyperion Financial Management)