Senior Accountant - Financial Accounting and Reporting

Stevens Institute of Technology • Hoboken, NJ

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About The Position

Position Summary: The Senior Accountant is responsible for balance sheet account reconciliations, income statement analyses, and other tasks as assigned. Keys Duties for this position include: Reconcile various balance sheet accounts along with the identification, analysis and resolution of any discrepancies. Perform variance analysis of various income statement lines. Preparation of accurate monthly, quarterly and annual accounting entries and submit within established deadlines. Assist in completion of annual financial statements and audit schedules, and other reporting requirements. Work collaboratively with others to identify, recommend and potentially implement process improvements. Document processes and procedures, and participate in cross-training. Other projects and analyses as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a minor in accounting or finance.
• A minimum of 3-5 years demonstrated success in a position of similar responsibility.
• Accuracy, attention to detail, analytical, time management, complex problem-solving, analysis, and organizational skills.
• Excellent judgment in determining the best approach to performing the job functions and projects, both individually and in coordination with others.
• Ability to identify best practices and implement improvements.
• Must be a dedicated professional and team player with excellent verbal and written communication skills with people at all levels of the organization.
• Travel to and from main campus to attend meetings or events.

Nice To Haves

• Certified Public Accountant license.
• Prior experience in a University or other not-for-profit organization, including experience in a decentralized environment collaborating with other departments.
• Proficiency in Excel and ability to work with large amounts of data and system implementation experience.

Responsibilities

• Reconcile various balance sheet accounts along with the identification, analysis and resolution of any discrepancies.
• Perform variance analysis of various income statement lines.
• Preparation of accurate monthly, quarterly and annual accounting entries and submit within established deadlines.
• Assist in completion of annual financial statements and audit schedules, and other reporting requirements.
• Work collaboratively with others to identify, recommend and potentially implement process improvements.
• Document processes and procedures, and participate in cross-training.
• Other projects and analyses as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level