Senior Accountant

Kestra • Austin, TX

58d

About The Position

The Senior Accountant is responsible for performing advanced accounting and financial analysis functions, such as preparing & posting journal entries, generating & maintaining various general ledger account reconciliations, performing medium-to-complex research/analyses, and serving as a team lead for escalations and projects.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance related field required. MBA, MAcc, or CPA preferred.
• 5+ years progressive experience in Accounting or Finance.
• Understanding of GAAP accounting principles and accounting policies & procedures
• Critical thinking skills necessary with the ability to plan, prioritize, and conceptualize
• Proven ability to work independently to interpret in formation and identify problems/solutions
• Demonstrated ability to work cooperatively with all levels of employees, management, and external agencies to maximize performance, creativity, problem solving, and results
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills, as well as flexibility, creativity and the desire to innovate and design processes are highly preferred
• Proficiency in Excel and Word.
• Working knowledge of GAAP.

Nice To Haves

• MBA, MAcc, or CPA preferred.
• Knowledge of NetSuite Accounting System or SQL is a plus
• Experience working in the financial services industry.
• Experience with Oracle NetSuite desired.
• CPA or industry licenses preferred, but not required

Responsibilities

• Perform complex accounting analysis to validate financial statements and identify potential errors. Delivers a variety of financial reports to communicate results and trends to Executive leadership.
• Research accounting policy and formulate recommendations for processes and procedures. Strategize methods to enhance control processes to minimize risk
• Manage and coordinate the financial and regulatory audits. Work with external auditors to resolve outstanding deliverables.
• Serve as the team lead on department projects. Investigate potential impacts, report findings to Management, and facilitate final recommendations.
• Develop and maintain appropriate schedules for accruals, amortization, and other accounting transactions. Automate and leverage technology when beneficial.
• Oversee, train, and review work completed by accounting staff. Serve as a resource for questions and escalations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Competitive pay and benefits with a large employer (over 1600 employees nationwide)
• 401(k), health insurance, and a competitive benefits package
• Work in a supportive, collaborative environment committed to professional excellence
• Help clients navigate meaningful financial decisions with confidence
• Opportunities for training, development, and long-term growth within the firm
• Tuition reimbursement for qualified expenses

What This Job Offers

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