SENIOR ACCOUNTANT

Overview Senior Accountant Job Description The Senior Accountant is responsible for maintaining accurate and compliant financial records across the company, in accordance with GAAP and internal policies. This role supports divisional controllers and must meet mandatory monthly, quarterly, and annual deadlines, payroll, tax reporting, and consolidated financial statement preparation. The Controller plays a key role in supporting the CFO and company leadership through detailed reporting, audits, and financial planning. Reports To Chief Financial Officer (CFO) Department Finance/Accounting Location Sarkes Tarzian, Inc. | Bloomington, IN Responsibilities Accounting Operations Maintain the general ledger and income statements Handle month-end, quarter-end, and fiscal year-end closing processes Prepare accurate and timely monthly combined financial statements Maintain fixed asset records and property tax reports for all divisions Conduct semi-annual on-site audits of divisions Budgeting & Forecasting Develop and maintain the corporate operational budget Assist divisional controllers with budget preparation Consolidate divisional budgets into corporate projections Provide analysis and reporting for financial planning efforts Payroll & Benefits Oversee payroll processing, payroll taxes, and 401(k) withholding Maintain accurate payroll records and interface with outside payroll processors Compliance & Reporting Prepare personal property tax reports for all divisions Complete workers’ compensation reporting annually Prepare reports and documentation for year-end financial reviews and audits Ensure compliance with relevant laws, regulations, and company policies Confirm outside payroll processor files all Federal and State payroll tax reports Qualifications Education & Certifications: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting (required) Experience: Minimum 3 years of experience in accounting Experience with financial statement preparation, payroll processing, journal entries, property tax reporting, and fixed asset management Background in television, radio, and digital advertising accounting preferred Skills & Competencies: Proficiency in Microsoft Excel is essential (required) Strong analytical, planning, and critical thinking skills High attention to detail and accuracy under tight deadlines Ability to work independently and prioritize duties and work collaboratively with Divisions Proficiency with Microsoft Office and financial accounting software Effective written and verbal communication skills Oversight experience and team leadership abilities Willingness and ability to travel for audits and professional development Valid driver\'s license and insurability (required) Experience with NetSuite Software preferred Must be able to be bonded Supervisory Responsibilities Support, train, and collaborate with Divisional Controllers Coordinate with outside payroll processors and accounting firms Decision-Making Authority Prioritize daily and long-term accounting duties Post entries to the general ledger Work Environment & Requirements Flexibility in schedule; must be available to meet deadlines and cover CFO responsibilities (as needed) Ability to work under deadline pressure and manage multiple responsibilities Occasional evening, weekend, or holiday work to meet deadlines Benefits Health, Life, and Vision Insurance 401K Contribution Vacation and PTO Holiday Pay …and more! If interested, please email your resume to View email address on click.appcast.io. Sarkes Tarzian, Inc is an equal-opportunity employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr Sarkes Tarzian, Inc.