Senior Accountant

Position Summary

The Senior Accountant is responsible for applying accounting principles and financial reporting standards to support accurate and timely financial reporting. This role performs complex accounting activities, prepares account reconciliations and journal entries, analyzes financial data, and leads special projects. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, highly analytical, and thrives in a fast-paced environment while managing multiple priorities independently. This position also partners closely with cross-functional teams to improve processes, ensure compliance, and provide meaningful financial insights that support business decisions.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

The essential functions include, but are not limited to the following:

• Perform full-cycle accounting activities, including preparing journal entries, account reconciliations, and month-end close deliverables for assigned accounts and business areas
• Perform account reconciliations to ensure accuracy and compliance with internal and external reporting requirements
• Research accounting issues, investigate discrepancies, and collaborate with internal teams to resolve complex accounting matters.
• Lead or participate in special projects, process improvements, and system enhancements that increase efficiency and strengthen internal controls.
• Develop, document, and maintain accounting procedures and best practices.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, internal controls, and applicable accounting standards (US GAAP).
• Manage and prioritize projects to ensure deadlines are met
• Prepare ad hoc reports and provide insights to management
• Support internal and external audits by preparing schedules, documentation, and responding to audit requests.
• Mentor and provide guidance to Staff Accountants, serving as a resource for technical accounting questions and professional development.
• Take on a variety of ad hoc projects which require the ability to work independently, research unfamiliar topics, and learn new processes efficiently
• Perform other duties as assigned
• Flexible to work outside of normal business hours when necessary to support critical deadlines

Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities)

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required.
• CPA certification preferred.
• Minimum of four (4) years of progressive experience in corporate accounting and/or financial reporting under US GAAP.
• Public accounting (Big Four) and/or real estate industry experience preferred.
• Strong understanding of general ledger accounting, month-end close, and financial reporting processes.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail.
• Ability to analyze financial information and provide recommendations that support business decisions.
• Experience preparing financial reports and presenting meaningful analyses to management.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across departments.
• Ability to manage multiple projects independently in a fast-paced environment.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills required; proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite required.
• Experience with Microsoft Dynamics or other ERP/accounting systems preferred.