Senior Accountant

Description

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

The essential duties & responsibilities of the Senior Accountant role are outlined below in correlation with Dean Dortons performance management impact areas.

Technical

Definition: your specialized knowledge & expertise associated with the work you perform for/with clients (note: clients may be internal to Dean Dorton).

• Own complex general ledger accounting activities, including journal entries, reconciliations, and detailed account analyses.
• Support month-end and year-end close processes in coordination with the Controller.
• Ensure accurate application of accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls.
• Support payroll, billing, and accounts receivable processes through review, reconciliation, and issue resolution.
• Maintain and review fixed asset accounting, accruals, and other key balance sheet accounts.
• Assist the Director with payroll budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis activities.
• Prepare audit schedules and support internal and external audit requests.
• Identify accounting issues, assess risk, and recommend appropriate solutions.
• Identify and Implement accounting-related system enhancements and process improvements.
• Serve as a technical accounting resource for Internal Accounting team members.
• Support and finish new projects as needed.
• Experience using or adapting to AI-enabled tools and technologies to support standard financial responsibilities, streamline processes, and improve accuracy in accounting.

Behavioral

Definition: the behaviors associated with performing your job (interpersonal skills).

• Demonstrate strong ownership, accountability, and attention to detail.
• Communicate clearly and professionally with leadership and cross-functional teams.
• Apply sound judgment and analytical thinking to complex accounting matters.
• Manage multiple priorities and deadlines independently.
• Collaborate effectively with Accounting, Payroll, Billing, and Finance partners.
• Maintain confidentiality and professionalism in all financial matters.
• Model consistency, reliability, and integrity in daily work.

Non-Charge

Definition: the contribution you make to Dean Dorton outside of client work.

• Participate in training, professional development, and continuing education.
• Contribute to documentation and standardization of accounting processes.
• Support onboarding and mentoring of accounting team members.
• Assist with firm-wide initiatives related to systems, controls, or financial reporting.
• Promote a culture of accuracy, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Experience & Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Accounting required.
• CPA designation preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years in an internal accounting role.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and internal control practices.
• Experience supporting financial reporting and audit processes.
• Professional services or multi-entity experience preferred.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and exercise sound judgment.

Software & Tools

• Accounting systems such as Sage Intacct, NetSuite, or similar.
• Microsoft Office Suite, with advanced Excel proficiency.
• Payroll, billing, and expense management platforms.
• Financial reporting and reconciliation tools.

Travel

This position may travel to Dean Dorton offices for training or meetings.