Senior Accountant

Atlantic Group; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401(k)

Vision insurance

Paid maternity leave

Paid paternity leave

Job summary

Atlantic Group is seeking a Senior Accountant in Chester County, PA. This role supports the Controller with corporate accounting, SEC reporting, and GAAP compliance, while thriving in a fast-paced finance environment. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Accounting and preferably a CPA, with strong skills in Excel and an ERP system.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years in public accounting or a mix of public/private.
• Experience with SEC reporting required.
• Technical skills in Excel and ERP systems desirable.

Responsibilities

• Assist with monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Perform reconciliations, journal entries, and variance analysis.
• Support internal control development and monitoring.

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

CPA Certification

Tools

Microsoft Excel

NetSuite

Job description

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This range is provided by Atlantic Group. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$80,000.00/yr - $100,000.00/yr

Job Overview – Senior Accountant:

Compensation: $80,000 – $100,000/year

Location: Chester County, PA

Schedule: Monday to Friday (In-Office)

Atlantic Group is representing an exciting opportunity for a Senior Accountant in Chester County, PA to support our client’s Controller with corporate accounting, SEC reporting, and technical GAAP compliance. This high-impact role is central to the monthly close process, financial statement preparation, and internal controls. Ideal candidates will have public accounting experience and ERP system expertise, particularly with NetSuite, and will thrive in a collaborative, fast-paced finance environment.

Responsibilities as the Senior Accountant:

• Financial Reporting: Assist with preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with GAAP and SEC requirements.
• Technical Accounting: Research and apply relevant accounting guidance, ensuring accurate treatment of complex transactions.
• Month-End Close: Perform reconciliations, journal entries, and variance analysis to support a timely and accurate close process.
• Internal Controls: Support the development and monitoring of internal controls, policies, and procedures.
• Audit & Compliance: Collaborate with external auditors and assist with documentation for quarterly reviews and the annual audit.
• Process Improvement: Identify and implement opportunities to enhance accounting workflows and reporting accuracy.

Qualifications for the Senior Accountant:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting is required.
• Certification: CPA preferred.
• Experience: Minimum of 2 years of experience in public accounting or a public/private mix, with exposure to SEC reporting or corporate accounting functions.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUPs) and experience with NetSuite or other ERP systems preferred.
• Skills & Attributes: Motivated and detail-oriented professional with strong communication, analytical, and time management skills who excels in fast-paced, collaborative settings.

Application Notice: Qualified candidates will be contacted within 2 business days of application. If an applicant does not meet the above criteria, Atlantic Group will keep your resume on file for future opportunities and may contact you for further discussion.

ID #44646

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Associate

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Accounting/Auditing, Finance, and Other

• Industries

  Staffing and Recruiting, Accounting, and Financial Services

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Medical insurance

401(k)

Vision insurance

Paid maternity leave

Paid paternity leave

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