What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Accountant position at JSI?
JSI invites you to join our team as a Senior Accountant on our Accounting team in our Greenbelt, MD office, where you'll play a critical role in advancing broadband and telecommunications initiatives that expand connectivity and drive digital inclusion—while advancing your career within a mission-driven, growth-focused organization.
About the Company:
JSI is a leading full-service consulting firm specializing in broadband solutions. For over 60 years, we have provided independent communications service providers with expert financial, engineering, management, operational, regulatory, and strategic guidance. Our extensive industry knowledge and proven track record of success have empowered clients to achieve sustainable growth and profitability. With over 750 clients nationwide and a powerful presence in markets like Georgia, Texas, Maryland, and Alaska, JSI empowers rural and regional broadband providers to expand, evolve, and excel in a rapidly shifting digital world.
Position Overview:
As a Senior Accountant, you will help in all areas of accounting for JSI and its subsidiaries. The Senior Accountant will be involved in the day-to-day accounting operations, the month-end close process, including generating financial statements, preparing account reconciliations, performing variance analysis, executing internal controls, ensuring the accuracy and completeness of accounting information, and reporting financial results to management. The position reports to the Controller.
Responsibilities:
- Prepare month-end, quarter-end, and year-end journal entries over multiple business units within NetSuite.
- Prepare monthly balance sheet and bank account reconciliations and related schedules.
- Create fixed assets and prepaid expense transactions within the ERP along with related depreciation and amortization records.
- Assist with external audit requests.
- Prepare sale tax returns for multiple states.
- Assist with monthly reporting variance analysis.
- Perform ad hoc analysis and special projects as requested.
Required Qualifications:
- BA/BS in Accounting required
- Minimum 2-4 years of accounting experience
- General working knowledge of US GAAP and accrual accounting
- Detail oriented with strong analytical and creative problem-solving skills
- Excellent verbal and written communications skills
- Excellent Excel skills and ability to utilize other IT systems and related data sets
- Experience with ERP accounting software, NetSuite ERP experience is strongly preferred
Benefits & Compensation:
- Competitive salary performance-based bonuses.
- Comprehensive benefits package (medical, dental, vision, 401(k))
- Generous PTO and wellness opportunities.
- Ongoing professional development and educational opportunities.
About the Company
JSI is a leading full-service consulting firm specializing in broadband solutions. For over 60 years, we have provided independent communications service providers with expert financial, engineering, management, operational, regulatory, and strategic guidance. Our extensive industry knowledge and proven track record of success have empowered clients to achieve sustainable growth and profitability. With over 1000 clients nationwide and a powerful presence in markets like Florida, Texas, Maryland, and Alaska, JSI empowers rural and regional broadband providers to expand, evolve, and excel in a rapidly shifting digital world.
To learn more about JSI, visit us at jsitel.com.