Sr Accountant

Geninf; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading information technology firm is seeking a Senior Accountant in Birmingham to manage complex accounting operations, financial reporting and analysis. The role requires strong technical expertise, excellent analytical skills, and a bachelor's degree in accounting or finance. The ideal candidate will have 3+ years of accounting experience and proficiency in Excel and ERP systems. Benefits include medical coverage and 401(k) eligibility.

Benefits

Medical benefits

401(k) eligibility

Paid Time Off

Parental leave

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance required.
• 3+ years of accounting experience required.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP is essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage monthly close processes.
• Prepare and review journal entries and financial statements.
• Support annual audit process.

Skills

Advanced Excel skills

Analytical and problem-solving abilities

Knowledge of GAAP

Experience with sales tax automation software

Ability to work independently

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance

CPA certification (preferred)

Tools

ERP system Intacct

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Career Opportunities with General Informatics

Current job opportunities are posted here as they become available.

The Senior Accountant plays a key role in managing complex accounting operations, financial reporting, and analysis. This position requires strong technical expertise, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently while supporting the accounting team's objectives.

This position requires working onsite in one of our offices in Baton Rouge, LA, New Orleans, LA, or Birmingham, AL.

Key Responsibilities:

General Accounting

• Manage monthly close processes
• Prepare and review journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial statements
• Maintain fixed asset records and process monthly depreciation
• Perform complex account analysis and resolve discrepancies
• Review and analyze account variances and trends
• Support annual audit process and tax return preparation
• Monthly sales tax auditing and filing within Avalara
• Occasional over-time work may be required to meet deadlines
• Assist in preparation of audit schedules and supporting documentation
• Generate ad-hoc financial analysis and reports as needed

Process Improvement

• Identify and implement accounting process improvements
• Document and maintain accounting policies and procedures

Technical Leadership

• Serve as subject matter expert for technical accounting issues
• Assist in special projects and system implementations
• Support development of accounting policies

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance
• 3+ years of accounting experience
• Strong knowledge of GAAP
• Advanced Excel skills (vlookups, pivot tables, etc)
• Experience with ERP system Intacct
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Experience with sales tax automation software

Preferred Qualifications

• CPA certification
• Public accounting experience
• Experience with ERP systems, Intacct preferred
• Advanced degree in Accounting or related field
• MSP or MSSP experience

Technical Skills

• Experience with major ERP systems
• Understanding of internal control frameworks
• Knowledge of financial reporting tools
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to work independently
• Problem-solving orientation
• Team collaboration abilities

Success Metrics

• Complete month-end close within 5 business days
• Maintain 100% accuracy in account reconciliations
• Achieve clean external audit results
• Complete special projects on time and within scope

Travel - No travel

Sedentary work. Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects. Repetitive motion. Substantial movements (motions) of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers. The worker is required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as: preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; extensive reading.

The total compensation package for this position also includes medical benefits, 401(k) eligibility, Paid Time Off, and parental leave. Additional details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.
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EOE, including disability/veteran