Senior Corporate Accountant

Atlantic Group; Newark (DE); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Atlantic Group is seeking a Senior Corporate Accountant in Newark, DE to support corporate accounting, financial reporting, month-end close, and analysis within a large organization. The role emphasizes accuracy, internal controls, and collaboration with finance teams.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's in Accounting, at least 2 years in public or combined accounting, and a CPA track is preferred. Strong Excel and financial systems experience are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting is required.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and financial reporting is required.
• 2+ years of public accounting or combined public/corporate accounting experience is required.
• Strong Excel and financial systems skills are required.

Responsibilities

• Month-End Close: Prepare and review journal entries, account activity, and schedules for timely close.
• Financial Reporting: Prepare financial reports, reconciliations, and analyses for internal and external reporting.
• Financial Analysis: Analyze results, explain variances, and communicate findings to stakeholders.
• Internal Controls: Maintain accounting controls and assist with compliance and documentation.
• Audit Support: Prepare data for internal and external audits and respond to requests.
• Process Improvement: Identify opportunities to automate and improve accounting processes.

Skills

Excel

Analytical thinking

Communication

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

CPA licensure progress

Tools

Financial systems

Automation tools

Job description

Job Overview – Senior Corporate Accountant

Compensation: $80,000–$90,000/year + bonus

Location: Newark, DE

Schedule: Monday to Friday (Hybrid)

Atlantic Group is hiring a Senior Corporate Accountant in Newark, DE for our client, supporting corporate accounting, financial reporting, month-end close, and financial analysis within a large organization. This role will prepare financial information, analyze account activity, maintain internal controls, and collaborate with finance and business teams on accounting and reporting initiatives. The ideal candidate has public accounting or a combination of public and corporate accounting experience with strong technical accounting, analytical, and communication skills.

Responsibilities as the Senior Corporate Accountant:

• Month-End Close: Prepare and review journal entries, account activity, and supporting schedules to ensure accurate and timely monthly and quarterly close processes.
• Financial Reporting: Prepare financial reports, account reconciliations, and supporting analysis for internal and external reporting requirements.
• Financial Analysis: Analyze financial results, investigate variances and trends, and communicate findings to accounting and finance stakeholders.
• Internal Controls: Execute and maintain accounting controls while supporting compliance, documentation, and financial reporting requirements.
• Audit Support: Prepare documentation and financial data for internal and external audits and assist with related information requests.
• Process Improvement: Identify opportunities to strengthen accounting processes through automation, technology, and workflow improvements.

Qualifications for the Senior Corporate Accountant:

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Accounting is required.
• Certification: CPA designation or active progress toward CPA licensure is preferred.
• Experience: Minimum of 2+ years of public accounting, audit, or combined public and corporate accounting experience is required.
• Industry Knowledge: Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP, financial reporting, month-end close, account reconciliations, and internal controls is required.
• Technical Skills: Strong Microsoft Excel and financial systems skills are required, with experience using automation, analytical, or emerging technology tools preferred.
• Skills & Attributes: Strong analytical, communication, project management, collaboration, problem-solving, initiative, and professional judgment skills are required.