We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated Senior Accountant to join our finance and accounting team. This position will play an important role in supporting the company’s accounting operations and financial reporting while working in a fast-paced, high-volume environment. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, analytical, organized, and able to take ownership of responsibilities while working collaboratively with others. This position is intended to develop into a leadership role within 1-2 years.
Key Duties/Responsibilities:
- Oversee the month-end close process and ensure timely and accurate financial reporting
- Monitor general ledger activity and ensure transactions are accurately recorded and supported
- Prepare accurate monthly financial statements and accounting reports
- Investigate financial variances, identify discrepancies, and drive timely resolution
- Perform and review account reconciliations to maintain the accuracy and integrity of financial data
- Assist with WIP and construction accounting, including related job costing and accounting activities
- Manage a high volume of accounting activity while maintaining a high level of accuracy and attention to detail
- Support external auditors by compiling accurate documentation, schedules, reconciliations, and supporting materials
- Respond to external auditor inquiries in a timely and professional manner
- Maintain organized and accurate accounting records
- Provide leadership and guidance to accounting team members as needed
- Partner with the VP of Finance & Accounting and progressively assume additional responsibility across the finance and accounting function
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting required
- 2–3 years of public accounting experience OR approximately 10 years of progressive career trajectory in accounting
- Strong experience with month-end close and producing accurate financial reporting
- Experience monitoring general ledger activity, investigating variances, and resolving discrepancies to maintain reliable financial data
- WIP and some construction accounting experience
- Experience supporting external audits
- Strong analytical and organizational skills
- Acute attention to detail with a strong commitment to accuracy
- Ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
- Strong leadership and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work independently and take ownership of responsibilities