What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Accountant - Hybrid position at RELAY RESOURCES?
Relay Resources is an Equal Opportunity Employer that strives to create a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture and believes each employee makes a significant contribution to our success. That contribution should not be limited by the assigned responsibilities. Therefore, this job description is designed to outline primary duties, qualifications, and job scope, but not limit the incumbent nor the organization to adjust the work identified. It is our expectation that each employee will offer their services wherever and whenever necessary to ensure the success of our endeavors.
Disabled people / people with disabilities and neurodivergent people are strongly encouraged to apply.
Relay Core Competencies:
Focus on Strengths?
Prioritize Informed Action?
Communicate Clearly?
Champion Disability Inclusion?
Build Supportive Relationships?
JOB SUMMARY
The Senior Accountant performs complex accounting work to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting for Relay Resources and its affiliates. This role is responsible for journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial analysis, supporting the month-end close, audit, and tax processes. The Senior Accountant works closely with the Assistant Controller and broader Finance & Accounting team to maintain internal controls, improve processes, and strengthen financial data integrity across Relay’s entities. This position is hybrid - scheduled to work onsite 1–3 days per week, with flexibility based on business needs and team collaboration requirements.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
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General Ledger & Close Process
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Prepare and review journal entries, account reconciliations, and support schedules.
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Maintain and reconcile key balance sheet accounts, including prepaids, accruals, and intercompany accounts.
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Ensure timely and accurate completion of monthly, quarterly, and year-end closes in accordance with GAAP.
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Financial Reporting & Analysis
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Support the preparation of monthly internal financial statements and management reports.
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Assist in budget-to-actual variance analysis and provide explanations for significant changes.
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Prepare schedules and analyses used for leadership and board reporting.
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Fixed Assets and Lease Accounting
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Maintain the fixed asset subledger and ensure proper capitalization and depreciation.
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Record asset additions, disposals, and transfers in compliance with policy.
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Maintain lease schedules and accounting entries in accordance with ASC 842.
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Audit & Compliance Support
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Prepare audit schedules and PBC documentation for the annual audit and Form 990.
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Respond to auditor inquiries and ensure proper documentation of accounting policies and procedures.
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Support internal control testing and compliance reviews.
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Accounts Payable & Receivable Review
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Collaborate with A/P and A/R teams to ensure accuracy of recorded transactions.
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Support month-end accruals, revenue recognition, and reconciliations between subledgers and the GL.
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Identify process or control gaps and propose improvements.
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Process Improvement & System Support
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Support NetSuite ERP optimization and documentation of accounting processes.
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Assist in identifying automation or workflow improvements to increase efficiency and accuracy.
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Contribute to internal training and knowledge-sharing across the Finance & Accounting team.