Senior Accountant

Meriton•Las Vegas, NV

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Meriton is seeking an experienced Senior Accountant to support the Finance Department. The role combines analytical work with accounting expertise to analyze financial reports and forecasts and contribute to functions including Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Credit and Collections, Payroll, and General Ledger Accounting. The Senior Accountant assists the Controller and Accounting Manager with the department’s day-to-day operations. The position is based in Las Vegas, Nevada, and reports to the Controller/Accounting Manager. It is classified as exempt.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting.
At least 3–5 years of general accounting experience, including balance sheet reconciliations, sales tax reporting, and financial analysis.
Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Excel and automated accounting systems.
Solid understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
Demonstrated experience conducting balance sheet reconciliations.
Ability to work effectively with department heads and the executive team.
Strong organization and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple tasks.
Problem-solving, conceptual-thinking, and analytical abilities, including experience adhering to processes and suggesting process improvements.
Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
Ability to maintain confidential information.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos; write correspondence; and effectively present information in one-on-one and small-group situations.
Ability to use common-sense reasoning to follow written, oral, or diagrammed instructions and address problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
Mental stamina for problem solving and prioritizing multiple tasks.

Nice To Haves

CPA designation.

Responsibilities

Support month-end activities and the year-end close process, including balance sheet reconciliations.
Develop and document business processes and accounting policies to maintain and strengthen internal controls.
Research, document, and communicate accounting conclusions.
Analyze financial information and summarize financial status.
Identify errors and suggest ways to improve efficiency and spending.
Help maintain company financial records and ensure accounting records comply with GAAP and company policies.
Provide technical support and advice on Microsoft GP Accounting software and recommend system and procedure modifications.
Provide input into the department’s goal-setting process.
Prepare internal financial statements.
Conduct budget-to-actual variance analysis.
Assist with audits, banking, and sales tax reporting.
Assist with special projects and additional reporting as needed.
Conduct monthly and quarterly balance sheet account reconciliations.