Senior Accountant

Senior Accountant Job Description

Position Overview

We are seeking a meticulous and proactive Senior Accountant to join our Finance team. This position plays a key role in ensuring accurate financial reporting, supporting regulatory compliance, maintaining accounting systems, and collaborating cross-functionally to support business operations. The ideal candidate will bring a strong foundation in accounting principles, experience with ERP systems, and a mindset focused on continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

General Ledger & Reconciliations

• Prepare and post journal entries with appropriate supporting documentation.
• Reconcile general ledger accounts, including cash, liabilities, fixed assets, and intercompany transactions.
• Maintain the integrity of the chart of accounts and ensure proper classification of transactions.

Month-End Close

• Assist with and/or lead the monthly close process, ensuring timely submission of financial data.
• Coordinate with internal departments to gather information and finalize monthly results.
• Maintain closing checklists and ensure all assigned tasks are completed in accordance with internal deadlines.

Financial Reporting

• Assist in preparing internal financial statements and management reports.
• Support the preparation of financial analysis for leadership, including variance explanations.
• Ensure adherence to GAAP and company accounting policies.

Audit & Internal Controls

• Provide support for internal and external audits, including compiling requested documentation.
• Assist in documenting and maintaining internal controls and accounting procedures.
• Help identify areas for control improvement and participate in implementation efforts.

Regulatory & Tax Compliance

• Assist in preparing schedules and data required for state and federal tax filings.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory deadlines and support related filings.
• Communicate with external tax preparers or consultants as needed.

Process Improvements

• Identify inefficiencies in accounting processes and propose improvements.
• Participate in implementation of automation tools and ERP system upgrades or enhancements.
• Maintain documentation of improved workflows and ensure ongoing adoption.

Cross-Functional Support

• Partner with departments such as Operations, Sales, and HR to ensure accuracy of financial data.
• Serve as the accounting liaison for assigned business units or projects.
• Provide ad hoc reporting and analysis for decision support.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 3+ years of progressive accounting experience.
• Strong understanding of GAAP.
• Proficiency in accounting systems such as QuickBooks, NetSuite, or other ERP software.
• Intermediate to advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, v-lookup, data validation, etc.).
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a dynamic environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• CPA or CPA-eligible is a plus.
• Experience in construction, solar, or project-based accounting environments.
• Familiarity with process improvement or automation tools.