What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Staff Accountant position at Fort & Schlegel CPA?
Job Summary
We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Senior Staff Accountant to join our dynamic finance team. In this pivotal role, you will lead complex accounting functions, ensure compliance with regulatory standards, and support financial reporting processes. Your expertise will help drive accurate financial analysis, streamline accounting operations, and uphold the integrity of our financial data. This position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to a mission-driven organization committed to transparency, accountability, and excellence in financial management.
Duties
- Prepare and review financial statements in accordance with GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles) and regulatory requirements, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
- Manage general ledger accounting activities, including journal entries, account reconciliations, and month-end closing procedures.
- Oversee accounts payable and receivable processes, ensuring timely payments and collections while maintaining precise records.
- Conduct balance sheet reconciliations and analyze variances to support audit readiness and internal controls.
- Assist with regulatory compliance accounting, including SOX (Sarbanes-Oxley Act) controls and LIHTC (Low-Income Housing Tax Credit) reporting requirements.
- Support internal and external audits by providing documentation, explanations, and audit trail documentation.
- Mentor junior team members by sharing technical accounting knowledge, fostering professional growth, and promoting best practices across the team.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; CPA or equivalent certification preferred.
- Extensive experience in financial accounting within public accounting or corporate finance environments.
- Strong proficiency with financial software such as PeopleSoft, Sage, Xero, QuickBooks, or similar platforms; advanced Excel skills including data analysis functions like VLOOKUP and pivot tables.
- Deep understanding of GAAP standards, double entry bookkeeping, technical accounting concepts, and regulatory compliance frameworks.
- Experience with governmental accounting practices, non-profit accounting standards (including LIHTC), securities law compliance, and regulatory reporting is highly desirable.
- Demonstrated ability to perform account reconciliation, bank reconciliation, cash flow analysis, budgeting, forecasting, and financial statement preparation.
- Excellent analytical skills with a focus on accuracy in financial report writing and interpretation; adept at using spreadsheets for complex data analysis.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities efficiently while mentoring team members for continuous improvement.
Join us to leverage your advanced accounting expertise in a vibrant environment that values precision, innovation, and professional development!
Pay: $45,000.00 - $60,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $45,000 - $60,000