Senior Associate

Sierra Forensic Group; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Collaborative environment

Diverse engagements

Work with former Big 4 professionals

Professional growth

Domestic and international matters

Work-life balance initiatives

Job summary

Sierra Forensic Group (SFG) is seeking a Senior Accountant to manage complex financial operations for multiple clients, including GAAP reporting, tax filings, and monthly close processes. The role requires strong analytical abilities and the capacity to mentor junior staff in a collaborative, client-focused environment.

You will work with a team of experienced professionals on advisory, compliance, and forensic engagements, delivering accurate financial insights and high-quality service to

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting required.
• CPA certification preferred or actively pursuing licensure.
• Minimum 5 years in accounting and tax, with at least 1 year in a senior role.
• Knowledge of GAAP and tax regulations.
• Experience with advisory, compliance, or forensic engagements is a plus.
• Proficiency in QuickBooks and Excel.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Detail-oriented with high accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review financial statements and tax filings.
• Manage month-end and year-end close for multiple clients.
• Lead and mentor junior staff and coordinate engagements.
• Conduct forensic accounting tasks and client advisory support.
• Analyze financial records and provide reports for decisions.
• Stay current on accounting/tax developments.

Skills

Accounting

Tax experience

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Teamwork

Detail-oriented

AI chat experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Tools

QuickBooks

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Job Title: Senior Accountant

About Us: Sierra Forensic Group (SFG) is a boutique forensic accounting firm, headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, with a Latin American office in Miami, Florida, that specializes in assisting clients with compliance-related matters, financial fraud, investigations and analysis, as well as litigation support and dispute consulting. We are committed to excellence, integrity, and personalized service, and we are looking for a talented Senior Accountant to join our dynamic team.

Job Description: We are seeking a highly skilled professional who will be responsible for managing the financial operations of our clients. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in accounting, excellent analytical skills, and the ability to lead and mentor junior team members.

Key Responsibilities:

Accounting & Tax Services

• Prepare and review financial statements, ensuring accuracy and compliance with applicable accounting practices.
• Manage month-end and year-end close processes for multiple clients.
• Prepare and review federal, state, and local tax filings, including corporate, partnership, individual, estate, and sales tax returns.
• Perform account reconciliations and analyze general ledger activity.
• Assist clients with bookkeeping, financial reporting, and accounting advisory matters.
• Research accounting and tax matters and recommend practical solutions.

Advisory, Compliance & Forensic Services

• Support specialized advisory and compliance engagements.
• Assist with forensic accounting projects, investigations, and other consulting engagements, as applicable.
• Conduct financial analyses and provide insights to support client decision-making.
• Analyze financial records and prepare supporting schedules, summaries, and reports.
• Collaborate with clients, attorneys, and internal teams on complex financial matters.
• Contribute to process improvements and the development of internal best practices.

Leadership & Client Service

• Serve as a primary point of contact for assigned clients and maintain strong professional relationships.
• Review the work of junior staff and provide guidance, coaching, and mentorship.
• Assist with engagement planning, workflow management, and project coordination.
• Stay current on accounting, tax, and industry developments relevant to the firm's service offerings.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting.
• CPA certification preferred or active pursuit of licensure.
• Minimum of 5 years of Accounting and Tax experience, including at least 1 year in a senior role.
• Understanding of GAAP and tax regulations.
• Proficiency in accounting software such as QuickBooks and Microsoft Excel.
• Experience supporting advisory, compliance, consulting, or forensic engagements is a plus.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Detail-oriented with a high level of accuracy.
• Experience working with Artificial Intelligence Chat like Chat GPT

What We Offer

• Competitive salary.
• A collaborative and supportive work environment.
• Exposure to diverse and high-impact engagements across multiple industries.
• Opportunity to work directly with former Big 4 forensic accounting professionals.
• Professional growth through accounting, tax, advisory, and forensic assignments.
• Opportunity to work on domestic and international matters.
• Work-life balance initiatives.

SFG is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.