Job Description
About the job Senior General Accountant
Job Purpose:
Ensures accurate financial reporting, compliance with regulatory standards, and the integrity of accounting processes. Drive efficiency improvements, support audits, and contribute to strategic financial planning.
Job Duties and Responsibilities:
- Verify, allocate, post and reconcile accounts payable and receivable
- Produce error-free accounting reports and present their results
- Prepare financial statements and regulatory reporting documents
- Manage general ledger and assist month-end and year-end close processes
- Maintain account balances and bank statements
- Spot errors and suggest ways to improve efficiency and spending
- Assist with tax audits and tax returns
- Direct internal and external audits to ensure compliance
Requirements and Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business, or related field
- 4+ years of experience as an accountant
- Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite and accounting software
- Exceptional knowledge of finance, accounting, cost accounting and cost control principles and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
- Advanced knowledge of bookkeeping and accounting best practices, laws, standards, and state/national regulations
- Excellent communication skills