What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Accountant position at Segrera Associates?
Senior Accountant
We are seeking an experienced Senior Accountant to join a growing accounting team. This position will play an important role in the month-end close process, financial reporting, account reconciliations, and maintaining accurate financial records. The ideal candidate will have a strong general accounting background, solid Excel skills, and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.
Responsibilities
- Assist with and/or lead the monthly, quarterly, and year-end close process
- Prepare and post journal entries
- Prepare monthly balance sheet and bank reconciliations
- Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts
- Assist with preparation of monthly financial statements and management reports
- Analyze account activity and research variances
- Assist with accruals, prepaid expenses, fixed assets, and intercompany transactions
- Support accounts payable and accounts receivable as needed
- Assist with annual audits and provide requested schedules and documentation
- Ensure accounting transactions are recorded accurately and in accordance with GAAP
- Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes and internal controls
- Partner with other departments to resolve accounting-related questions and discrepancies
- Assist with special projects and additional accounting responsibilities as needed
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred
- 3 years of general accounting experience
- Strong understanding of GAAP and general ledger accounting
- Hands-on month-end close and financial statement experience
- Strong reconciliation and analytical skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel
- Experience with ERP/accounting systems
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
- Excellent communication and problem-solving skills