The Accountant, Sr. analyzes trends, costs, revenues, financial commitments, and/or obligations incurred to predict future revenues and expenses. The Accountant, Sr. conducts analyses of operational financial data, investigation of variances and evaluates impact to planned activities, responds to internal and external ad hoc data requests. The Accountant, Sr. assists in the coordination of monthly closing process; identifying process improvements and controls; assists in the development and maintenance of appropriate accounting procedures, records and interfaces. The Accountant, Sr. is responsible for maintaining the integrity, accuracy and timeliness in preparation of the company’s financial information in accordance with both internal and external reporting standards.

• Responsible for processing / recording transactions, maintaining general ledger accounts, monthly reconciliations, account analysis and preparing periodic reports. Posts monthly, quarterly and yearly accruals.
• Reviews accounts for reasonableness and compliance with generally accepted accounting principles.
• Prepares journal entries, performs account reconciliations and analysis, and prepares schedules and general ledger accounts for internal and external reporting and external auditors for assigned areas. Researches / resolves un-reconciled amounts on a timely basis. Reviews / reporting of G/L and other statistical information for internal managerial reports.
• May prepare balance sheets, profit and loss statements, and other financial analysis/reports.
• Assists with preparation and review of monthly, quarterly and year-end financial statements. Assists with SOX documentation and testing for assigned processes.
• Works with various groups and functions to facilitate continuous process improvement. Assists in implementing appropriate accounting practices and internal controls. Contributes to the accuracy and efficiency improvements in the closing process. Maintains key accounting controls verification and reporting processes. Assists with documenting, creating, developing and maintaining processes, policies and procedures.
• Assists with system upgrades for financial systems as needed and actively participates on special projects as assigned.

No direct reports. May oversee the completion of projects/assignments and assist with training other professional employees.
Performs advanced level work that requires identifying and resolving key barriers and complex problems.
Ability to build consensus and be appropriately diplomatic, understands others’ roles and perspectives, can sell projects and ideas externally and across the organization.
5 plus years related experience preferred. BA / BS in Accounting or related degree required. MBA or Masters in Accounting a plus. CPA preferred.

KNOWLEDGE / SKILLS / ABILITIES:

• Broad knowledge of financial transaction flows and knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles.
• Solid understanding of financial closing process and monthly/quarterly cycles.
• Strong technical background in accounting and GAAP principles.
• Highly organized and detail oriented.
• Excellent time management, analytical, communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to meet deadlines, multitask, prioritize and work independently.
• Ability to work effectively with various disciplines within and outside the organization.
• Experience with SEC reporting and Sarbanes-Oxley compliance a plus.
• Proficiency in using Microsoft Office Suite Software and relevant systems technology.
• Appropriate understanding of internal controls.

• Responsible for processing / recording transactions, maintaining general ledger accounts, monthly reconciliations, account analysis and preparing periodic reports. Posts monthly, quarterly and yearly accruals.
• Reviews accounts for reasonableness and compliance with generally accepted accounting principles.
• Prepares journal entries, performs account reconciliations and analysis, and prepares schedules and general ledger accounts for internal and external reporting and external auditors for assigned areas. Researches / resolves un-reconciled amounts on a timely basis. Reviews / reporting of G/L and other statistical information for internal managerial reports.
• May prepare balance sheets, profit and loss statements, and other financial analysis/reports.
• Assists with preparation and review of monthly, quarterly and year-end financial statements. Assists with SOX documentation and testing for assigned processes.
• Works with various groups and functions to facilitate continuous process improvement. Assists in implementing appropriate accounting practices and internal controls. Contributes to the accuracy and efficiency improvements in the closing process. Maintains key accounting controls verification and reporting processes. Assists with documenting, creating, developing and maintaining processes, policies and procedures.
• Assists with system upgrades for financial systems as needed and actively participates on special projects as assigned