SENIOR ACCOUNTANT

Staffers Inc.; Richland (MS); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Staffers Inc. seeks a Senior Accountant to manage day-to-day finance and accounting operations, including journal entries and payroll processing. You will ensure timely reconciliation and reporting of financial analyses and help train staff to use finance software.

You will implement efficient processes to improve accessibility of financial information and support the organization with GAAP compliance and audit readiness.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting.
• Strong ability to perform month-end close and journal entries.
• Ability to train staff on new software and processes.
• Experience with internal controls and audit readiness.

Responsibilities

• Record day-to-day transactions including journal entries, accounts payable, cash receipts, accounts receivable, and payroll.
• Perform timely month-end close and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Ensure accurate revenue and expense recognition per GAAP.
• Maintain compliance with GAAP and applicable laws and regulations.
• Assist external auditors and support year-end close activities.
• Lead cross-training and drive special projects to completion.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Financial analysis

Attention to detail

Staff training

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Tools

Accounting software

Job description

Position Overview

Reporting to the Controller, the Senior Accountant is responsible for the day-to-day finance and accounting operations, including entering journals, using financial technology systems, and other select finance-related administration. The Senior Accountant ensures timely reconciliation and reporting of all financial analyses. The Senior Accountant also implements and trains staff to use software that streamlines processes and improves distribution and accessibility of financial information.

Major Duties & Responsibilities

• Ensure day-to-day transactions such as accounts payable, cash receipts and accounts receivable, and payroll are recorded properly.
• Perform timely and accurate month-end journal entries and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Ensure proper revenue and expense recognition.
• Ensure all finance and accounting operations comply with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) and federal and state laws and regulations.
• Perform fiscal year-end close activities and assisting with activities and requirements of external auditors.
• Other duties as assigned to meet organizational requirements.
• Participate and lead cross training as identified.
• Drive special projects through to completion.