Senior Staff Accountant

Overview

This role is responsible for preparing, analyzing, and managing financial data and reports within the accounting department. The position supports month-end and year-end closing, maintains the general ledger, and helps ensure accurate financial statements, audit readiness, and compliant tax documentation. The Senior Staff Accountant also identifies opportunities to improve processes and strengthen adherence to accounting standards.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage the general ledger to ensure all transactions are recorded accurately and timely.
• Prepare, review, and post journal entries for month-end and year-end close.
• Reconcile balance sheet accounts, including cash, accounts payable, accounts receivable, inventory, and fixed assets.
• Ensure accurate reporting of liabilities, assets, and equity accounts to maintain integrity in financial data.
• Lead the month-end close process by preparing and reviewing journal entries, reconciling accounts, and ensuring proper transaction cut-off.
• Prepare detailed variance analyses between actual and budgeted financial performance and provide actionable insights to management.
• Assist with year-end closing and provide required documentation for external audits.
• Prepare accurate and timely financial statements (Income Statement, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow) in accordance with GAAP.
• Assist in preparing and reviewing financial reports, explaining variances and addressing discrepancies.
• Prepare internal financial reports for management, providing insights into performance and suggesting areas for improvement.

Audit & Compliance

• Assist with internal and external audits by providing requested documentation and supporting schedules.
• Maintain accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls to ensure compliance with accounting regulations and corporate standards.
• Stay updated on accounting standards and regulatory requirements to support compliance with GAAP, tax laws, and financial reporting requirements.
• Assist with the preparation and filing of local, state, and federal tax returns, ensuring timely and accurate submission.
• Support the tax department by gathering information needed for tax filings and audits.

Process Improvement & Collaboration

• Identify opportunities to improve financial and accounting processes; make recommendations to increase efficiency and accuracy.
• Work with team members to streamline month-end close, improve reconciliations, and reduce time required for financial reporting.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to junior accountants and accounting clerks, helping develop skills and ensure best practices are followed.
• Assist with training new hires and support day-to-day accounting functions.
• Collaborate with other departments (e.g., operations, sales, HR) to support accurate financial reporting and streamlined business processes.
• Assist management with ad-hoc reports and financial analysis as needed for business decision-making.
• Provide special financial reports and analysis on an as-needed basis (e.g., profitability assessments, cost analysis, and financial forecasting).
• Prepare budgets and forecasts and support the annual budgeting process to ensure forecasts align with actual performance and long-term business objectives.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (required).
• 3–5 years of accounting experience, including at least 2 years in a senior accountant or similar role; ideally in a corporate or large organizational setting.
• Strong experience with general ledger management, journal entries, financial statements, and reconciliations.
• Experience with financial reporting and compliance, preferably in an industry similar to marketing, professional services.
• Experience with external audits and financial audits.
• Proficient in accounting software (NetSuite) and Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, data analysis).
• Strong understanding of GAAP and financial reporting standards.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment while maintaining accuracy and meeting deadlines.
• Excellent communication skills, including the ability to explain financial data clearly to non-financial stakeholders.
• Strong organizational skills with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with keen attention to detail.
• Knowledge of specific industry accounting practices.
• Experience with process automation and improving accounting systems or tools.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with process automation and improving accounting systems or tools.

Compensation & Benefits

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Location

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