Senior Accountant

Chimes•Baltimore, MD

14d

About The Position

The Senior Accountant is responsible for preparing journal entries, reviewing federal and state payroll tax filings, reconciling inter-company balances, accounting for donations, completing bank and balance sheet reconciliations, managing lease payments, and providing audit support. This role also involves variance analysis and processing entries for health and welfare benefits. The position requires advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, and experience with Concur and Microsoft Navision is preferred. Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work under pressure are essential.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field.
5+ years of relevant accounting experience.
Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office, with emphasis on Excel.
Strong attention to detail.
Ability to make calculations with minimal errors.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Ability to meet tight deadlines and work under pressure during peak periods.
Excellent organizational skills.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision as well as function as part of a team.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including ability to interact effectively with personnel at all Agency levels.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in Accounting or related field preferred.
Nonprofit accounting experience preferred.
CPA preferred.
Concur experience preferred.
Microsoft Navision preferred.

Responsibilities

Prepares journal entries.
Reviews federal and state payroll tax and related filings completed by ULTI, including quarterly 941’s, annual 940’s and all state unemployment filings.
Reconciles Inter-company balances monthly.
Uploads Chimes Foundation’s Raiser’s Edge and accounts for all donations in compliance with accounting standards.
Completes Payroll and Operating account bank reconciliations timely.
Complete all balance sheet account reconciliations, except those related to IDD Revenue, A/R, and Chimes DC receivables.
Manages activity related to lease payments and rent rolls.
Manage Concur setup tables and upload processes.
Provides audit support as needed.
Reconciles amortization schedules.
Performs variance analysis as requested.
Processes and records appropriate entries for health and welfare benefits, including union dues and pension contributions.
Regularly reviews payroll taxes paid and posts entries.
Performs other duties as assigned.