Sr. Accountant

CompuData; Solon (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

CBIZ Talent Solutions is seeking a Senior Accountant to support accurate financial reporting through general ledger activities, close processes, and analysis. You will prepare statements, review documents for compliance, and collaborate with partners to deliver timely information to senior management.

The role involves improving accounting processes and internal controls, providing guidance to teammates, and supporting audits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field.
• Minimum of five years of progressive accounting experience, including general ledger accounting, month-end close, reconciliations, and reporting.
• Strong GAAP knowledge and ability to produce financial reporting.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate general ledger records and ensure transactions are recorded, classified, and supported.
• Lead and support month-end and year-end close activities, including journal entries and reconciliations.
• Prepare and analyze financial statements, management reports, and account activity; investigate variances.
• Review financial information for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with policies.
• Identify discrepancies, research root causes, and implement corrective actions.
• Collaborate with accounting and business partners to provide timely financial information to management.
• Support internal and external audits by preparing schedules and documentation.
• Serve as backup for accounts payable and other accounting functions as needed.
• Develop, document, and improve accounting processes and internal controls.
• Provide guidance to team and contribute to special projects.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

General ledger

Account reconciliations

Financial reporting

Excel proficiency

ERP systems

Analytical

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance or related field

Tools

ERP systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

JOB FUNCTION

The Senior Accountant is responsible for supporting accurate and timely financial reporting through general ledger accounting, account reconciliations, and financial analysis. This role plays a key part in month-end and year-end close activities, strengthens accounting controls and processes, resolves accounting discrepancies, and provides reliable financial information to management while serving as a resource to the accounting team.

JOB DUTIES

• Maintain accurate general ledger records and ensure financial transactions are properly recorded, classified, and supported.
• Lead and support month-end and year-end close activities, including journal entries, accruals, account reconciliations, and preparation of supporting schedules.
• Prepare and analyze financial statements, management reports, and account activity; investigate and explain significant variances.
• Review financial information and supporting documentation for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with company accounting policies and procedures.
• Identify accounting discrepancies, research root causes, and recommend or implement appropriate corrective actions.
• Collaborate with accounting team members and business partners to provide timely, accurate financial information and reporting to senior management.
• Support internal and external audit requests by preparing schedules, reconciliations, and other required documentation.
• Serve as a knowledgeable backup for accounts payable and other accounting functions as needed.
• Assist with the development, documentation, and continuous improvement of accounting processes, procedures, and internal controls.
• Provide guidance and support to accounting team members and contribute to special projects and other accounting activities as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS

• Strong knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP), general ledger accounting, account reconciliations, and financial reporting.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills, with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Proficiency with ERP/accounting systems and Microsoft Office, including advanced working knowledge of Microsoft Excel.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines while working independently with limited supervision.
• Ability to communicate financial information clearly and effectively and collaborate across departments and organizational levels.
• Demonstrated judgment, discretion, and commitment to maintaining the confidentiality of financial information.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required.
• Minimum of five years of progressive accounting experience, including general ledger accounting, month-end close, account reconciliations, and financial reporting.

Only applicants of interest will be contacted.

CBIZ Talent Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
CBIZ Talent Solutions does not discriminate on the basis of race, ancestry, national origin, color, religion, sex, gender identity, age, marital status, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, or any other protected classification under the law.