Senior Accountant
About The Position
The Senior Accountant is responsible for complex general accounting activities, including month-end close, financial reporting, account reconciliations, and financial analysis within a dynamic, project-based environment. This role ensures accurate financial reporting, strong internal controls, and timely delivery of financial information while partnering cross-functionally with operations, project teams, and leadership. The position will also have exposure to specialized accounting areas, including joint ownership/shared-cost arrangements and collaboration with tax teams, supporting data preparation, analysis, and compliance efforts as needed. The role requires strong analytical skills, sound judgment, and the ability to manage multiple priorities while driving process improvements and continuous efficiency across accounting operations.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field with 6+ years relevant experience or Highschool diploma/GED with 8+ years relevant experience
- Strong general ledger and month-end close experience
- Experience in project-based or complex accounting environments
- Strong understanding of GAAP and internal controls (SOX preferred)
- Advanced Excel and ERP experience required
- Strong understanding of accounting principles
- Ability to analyze financial data and resolve variances
- Strong communication skills with non-financial stakeholders
- Ability to manage multiple priorities with accuracy
- Collaborative mindset focused on continuous improvement
Nice To Haves
- CPA candidate preferred
- Exposure to joint venture or shared-cost structures preferred
- Experience supporting tax-related processes preferred
Responsibilities
- Perform month-end close activities
- Review financial statements for accuracy and trends
- Prepare schedules and analyses for reporting and audits
- Maintain internal controls and audit readiness
- Support accounting for joint ownership and project-based structures
- Assist tax-related financial preparation
- Support audit requests
- Analyze project/program financial results
- Support budgeting and forecasting
- Provide financial insights
- Partner cross-functionally across teams
- Lead or support process improvement initiatives
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
