Job Overview

The Senior Accountant will play a key role within a close-knit accounting team, supporting financial reporting, accounting operations, internal controls, and compliance activities. This position is designed for an experienced accounting professional who is ready to transition from public accounting into an industry environment and take on greater ownership and responsibility.

The ideal candidate is a proactive, driven, and highly accountable professional who can work independently, manage demanding deadlines, and contribute meaningfully within a collaborative team. Strong public accounting experience, exposure to SOX 404, and demonstrated progress toward the CPA designation are essential.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform and oversee accounting activities supporting accurate and timely financial reporting.
• Prepare and review journal entries, account reconciliations, supporting schedules, and financial statements.
• Support month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes while meeting established deadlines.
• Apply knowledge of SOX 404 internal controls to support compliance, documentation, testing, and control effectiveness.
• Assist with internal and external audit activities, including preparing schedules, documentation, and responses to audit requests.
• Analyze account balances and financial data to identify discrepancies, unusual activity, and opportunities for improvement.
• Research and resolve complex accounting issues using sound professional judgment.
• Maintain accurate accounting records and supporting documentation in accordance with applicable accounting standards and internal policies.
• Support the development and improvement of accounting processes, controls, and reporting procedures.
• Collaborate closely with members of the accounting, finance, and cross-functional teams.
• Take ownership of assigned responsibilities and proactively communicate status, issues, and potential risks.
• Contribute to process improvement initiatives and identify opportunities to improve efficiency and accuracy.
• Assist with special projects and other accounting initiatives as assigned.



Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 2+ busy seasons of experience in a regional public accounting firm strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated experience working with SOX 404 requirements, internal controls, and related audit procedures.
• CPA candidate with completed/passed CPA exam sections required; active CPA license is preferred.
• Strong understanding of US GAAP and core accounting principles.
• Experience with financial statement preparation, account reconciliations, audit support, and month-end close activities.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal English communication skills with the ability to communicate clearly and professionally.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Ability to work independently, take initiative, and maintain ownership of responsibilities.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and accounting/ERP systems.
• Ability to work effectively in a close-knit, collaborative team environment.
• Willingness to work additional hours during periods of increased workload, including month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close.