Accountant, Senior

Job Category:

Finance

POSITION PURPOSE

Prepares, analyzes, and reconciles assigned general ledger accounts of an intermediate and advanced nature.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

1. Prepares journal entries for all accounts in assigned areas; ensures timeliness, accuracy and accuracy of resources used in preparing entry.

2. Prepares and reconciles various assigned general ledger accounts; analyzes variances and ensures timeliness and accuracy.

3. Conducts assigned account audits.

4. Reviews balance sheet accounts in assigned areas; accounts for any irregularities, answers questions, researches issues and communicates any issues to the supervisor.

5. Collaborates with other finance and other staff to support overall reporting requirements.

6. Works with 3rd party vendors as required.

7. Continuously finds ways to strengthen processes to minimize time requirements and enhance procedures in assigned areas.

8. Performs other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability necessary to perform this job.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE.

Bachelor's degree (B.A. / B.S.) in Accounting, Finance or related field or the equivalent combination of education and experience. At least 3 years related accounting experience. Advanced Microsoft Office skills.

PREFERRED EDUCATION or EXPERIENCE

Certification as a Certified Public Accountant (CPA).

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.

REASONING/PROBLEM SOLVING ABILITY

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

DECISION MAKING

Makes limited decisions and determines best methods to solve problems by referring to established precedents and policies. Impact of decisions is moderately low.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Able to sit, and use hands over 70% of the time.

Able to focus with clear vision at 20 inches or less (computer screen).

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The environment characteristics described here are representative of those an associate encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

Typically not exposed to extreme environmental conditions.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS

None.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER, DISABILITY, AND VETERAN ACCOMODATIONS

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Equal Opportunity Employer, Disability and Veteran Accommodations

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.