Senior Accountant

Benevis•Atlanta, GA

14d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Senior Accountant is responsible for managing accounting processes within a multi-entity private equity environment. This role supports accurate financial reporting, maintains the integrity of the general ledger, and ensures compliance with GAAP and internal controls. The Senior Accountant works closely with finance leadership, portfolio company teams, and external auditors to support timely close processes and high-quality financial reporting. The position requires strong technical accounting skills, attention to detail, and the ability to operate in a fast-paced environment with multiple entities, complex transactions, and investor reporting requirements.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
2–5 years accounting experience
Advanced Excel skills (Xlookup, Pivot Tables, nested formulas, etc.) required
Experience with ERP systems (NetSuite, Sage Intacct, Great Plains, etc.)
Ability to manage large data sets and reconciliations
Knowledge of US GAAP
High attention to detail
Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Effective communicator with cross-functional teams

Nice To Haves

CPA, MBA, or Master’s in Accounting preferred (often strongly preferred in PE environments)
Experience in multi-entity or PE-backed environments preferred
Prior DSO or healthcare accounting experience preferred
Experience using data cubes preferred

Responsibilities

Support the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes
Prepare and review journal entries and account reconciliations
Maintain accuracy and integrity of the general ledger across multiple entities
Analyze balance sheet accounts and resolve variances
Ensure timely completion of close checklists and supporting documentation
Assist in the preparation of monthly financial statements and management reporting packages
Support variance analysis and financial commentary for leadership
Maintain schedules supporting key balance sheet and income statement accounts
Ensure consistency of reporting across portfolio entities
Account for acquisitions, discontinued operations, intercompany transactions, and consolidations
Maintain schedules related to debt, interest calculations, and covenant reporting
Assist with purchase accounting and fair value adjustments
Prepare audit schedules, support, and coordinate external audit requests
Maintain documentation supporting internal controls and accounting policies
Ensure compliance with GAAP and company accounting standards
Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes and reduce manual work
Assist with system implementations or ERP improvements
Help maintain standardized processes across entities