Senior Accountant

Quanta Infrastructure Solutions Group, LLC•Overland Park, KS

20d

About The Position

General Description The Senior Accountant is responsible for the delivery of accurate and timely preparation and entry of journal entries and assigned financial reports; extensive account analysis; and implementation of process improvements and team initiatives. This position serves as a first point of contact for staff members for training and any questions relating to month end processes and provides resolution of intermediate issues regarding assigned financial reports and analysis.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration
Minimum of 5 years’ experience within the Accounting/Finance function
Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles and SOX compliance requirements
Advanced proficiency in Excel and the manipulation of large volumes of data for review and analysis
Self-starter who can work independently while supporting the needs of the team
Excellent communication skills (both written and verbal)
Ability to communicate effectively to all levels of the organization
Effective time management skills: ability to successfully manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously
Strong analytical skills
Strong decision making and problem-solving skills

Nice To Haves

Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
2-3 years’ public accounting experience
Experience working within JD Edwards and Deltek Vantagepoint

Responsibilities

Performs month-end close activities, including journal entries and accruals
Reconciles accounts and/or assists others with identifying and researching reconciling items, identifies risks and opportunities, and assesses reasonableness of balances
Identifies alternative solutions to prevent continued issues
Prepares audit deliverables to support external audit efforts for financial statements
Manages corporate office fixed assets, including, but not limited to, adding new assets, identifying asset location, disposing of, and transferring assets
Performs regular and recurring accounting functions that require professional competence
Assists with interim and year end audits requests and schedules
Assists in the annual operating budgeting process, analysis, and review of the annual operating budget
Monitors and balances the systems to ensure completeness and accuracy; researches and resolves differences
Supports continuous improvement efforts and the related change management process
Ensures compliance with internal controls, accounting policies and applicable procedures
Performs special projects and completes other duties as assigned or requested