Senior Accountant

Beacon Hill; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Room for growth

Exposure to leadership

Job summary

A growing organization in the professional services industry is looking for a Senior Accountant to support core accounting operations in Philadelphia. This pivotal role involves maintaining accurate financial records, supporting month-end close, and enhancing accounting processes. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's in Accounting or Finance, GAAP knowledge, and at least 3 years of accounting experience. This position offers competitive compensation and opportunities for growth within a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of accounting experience (public or private).
• Experience with month-end close and account reconciliations.
• CPA or progress toward CPA is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review journal entries and account reconciliations.
• Support monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes.
• Maintain general ledger integrity in accordance with U.S. GAAP.
• Assist with preparation and analysis of financial statements.
• Investigate and explain variances and unusual transactions.
• Support external audits by preparing schedules.
• Help document and improve accounting processes.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Hands-on close experience

Detail-oriented mindset

Proficiency in Excel

Ability to manage multiple priorities

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

ERP systems (NetSuite, SAP, Oracle)

Job description

Overview

Senior Accountant. Location: Philadelphia, PA. Employment Type: Full‑Time - Contract to Hire. Compensation: $75,000 - $95,000 base. We are seeking a Senior Accountant to support core accounting operations for a growing organization in the professional services / financial operations industry. This role will play a key part in maintaining accurate financial records, supporting month‑end close, and strengthening accounting processes as the business continues to scale. The ideal candidate brings strong GAAP knowledge, hands‑on close experience, and a detail‑oriented mindset.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules
• Support monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes to ensure timely and accurate reporting
• Maintain general ledger integrity in accordance with U.S. GAAP
• Assist with the preparation and analysis of financial statements
• Investigate and explain variances and unusual transactions
• Support external audits by preparing schedules and responding to audit requests
• Help document and improve accounting processes and internal controls
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams including FP&A and Operations
• Provide guidance to junior accounting staff as needed

Qualifications

• Bachelor\'s degree in Accounting or Finance
• 3+ years of accounting experience (public or private)
• Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP
• Experience with month‑end close and account reconciliations
• Proficiency in Excel (pivot tables, lookups, formulas)
• Experience with ERP systems such as NetSuite, SAP, Oracle, or similar
• CPA or progress toward CPA is a plus
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment

Why Join

• Stable Senior Accountant role with room for growth
• Exposure to leadership and cross‑functional collaboration
• Competitive compensation aligned with the Philadelphia market
• Opportunity to contribute to process improvement and best practices

Beacon Hill is an equal opportunity employer and individuals with disabilities and/or protected veterans are encouraged to apply.

California residents: Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.

Benefits information: Beacon Hill offers a robust benefit package including medical, dental, vision, and leave programs as required by applicable regulations to those that meet eligibility. Details will be provided upon hire.