Sr. Accountant

Powermatic Associates; Livermore (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services firm is seeking a Senior Accountant to prepare and maintain financial records, including balance sheets and income statements. The ideal candidate must have a Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance, at least 5 years of experience, and familiarity with ERP systems. Responsibilities include maintaining general ledger, preparing various financial reports, and managing auditing requests. Strong analytical and communication skills are required, along with expertise in accounting software like MS Excel.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance required.
• 5+ years of experience in accounting needed.
• Knowledge of P21 ERP is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the general ledger and execute tasks in monthly close process.
• Prepare monthly financial statements and reports.
• Coordinate with software vendor for accounting systems.

Skills

Expertise in managing an efficient close process

Strong analytical skills and attention to detail

Proficiency with accounting software and Microsoft Excel

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Team player with positive and agile attitude

Strong ethics and confidentiality

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance or equivalent

Minimum of 5+ years’ experience

Tools

MS Excel

P21 ERP

Job description

Description

The Senior Accountant will prepare and maintain financial records to track the organization's assets, liabilities, profit and loss, tax liabilities, and other related financial activities.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities (Essential Functions)

• Maintains the general ledger by executing various tasks in the monthly close process including generating and posting journal entries to account for transactions, accurately complete assigned Balance Sheet accounts reconciliations (in a timely manner) and skillfully utilizing the ERP in accomplishing tasks.
• Prepares monthly balance sheets, income statements, cash flow, GP reports, cash requirements, sales reference, bank collateral reports as well as profit and loss statements.
• Maintains knowledge of acceptable accounting practices and procedures. History of self‑directed learning orientation to enhance, expand and enrich function within the department.
• Monitors bank activities to update cash reports, post general entries as needed.
• May support invoicing duties (including portal invoice submissions and drop ship) while resolving invoice disputes and other billing inquiries from customers.
• Determines accurate coding for invoices, and may set up new and reconcile customer accounts, including payment matching, and rebates.
• Establishes a weekly routine of reconciling bank accounts, verifies deposits, and addresses inquiries from banks.
• Verifies and/or completes payment of invoices associated with accounts payable and ensures payments are charged to the appropriate accounts. This includes check runs and wire payments.
• Active role in managing/sourcing auditor requests as defined in the provided client list. Timely responds to outside auditor’s inquiries and follows up on requests.
• Files tax forms with federal, state, and local government agencies.
• Coordinates with software vendor to maintain accounting software systems; recommends updates to enhance the accounting software.
• Continuous process improvement orientation to enhance efficiency in the discharge of job functions.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

Knowledge and Education

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance or equivalent
• Minimum of 5+ years’ experience
• P21 ERP knowledge preferred or proven ability to quickly become proficient with new software.
• Strong knowledge and skill in using data processing tools like MS Excel
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles, tax report procedures and practices preferred

Skills Include

• Expertise in managing an efficient close process
• Experience in preparing flux analysis and creating new financial reports and dashboards
• Proficiency with accounting software and Microsoft Excel
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field
• Strong math, computer, and analytical skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with all levels of management and cross‑functional organizations
• Team player with positive and agile attitude required
• Must be able to work independently and organize work efficiently
• Specialized knowledge – desire to grow in accounting/cost accounting knowledge as applicable to the business
• Excellent attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy with proven ability to self‑detect and correct own errors.
• Strong ethics and can keep information confidential
• Must be reliable, responsible, and dependable in fulfilling obligations