Senior Accountant

Client Overview:

Our client is a respected organization recognized for their commitment to operational excellence and employee development. They are looking to add a Senior Accountant to their team. The company delivers impactful solutions across diverse industries. It fosters a collaborative environment that values innovation and inclusivity.

Salary/Hourly Rate: 

$32/hr - $34hr

Position Overview: 

The Senior Accountant oversees financial reporting, audits, and compliance. This role ensures accuracy in financial statements, recommends operational improvements, and supports management with financial insights.

Responsibilities of the Senior Accountant:

• Prepare detailed reports on audit findings.
• Report to management about asset utilization and audit results.
• Recommend changes in operations and financial activities.
• Collect and analyze data to detect deficient controls, fraud, or non-compliance.
• Inspect account books and accounting systems for efficiency and accuracy.
• Supervise auditing of establishments and determine the scope of investigation.
• Confer with company officials about financial and regulatory matters
• Examine and evaluate financial and information systems for reliability and data integrity.
• Prepare, examine, or analyze accounting records and financial statements.
• Review accounts for discrepancies and reconcile differences.
• Establish tables of accounts and assign entries to proper accounts.
• Analyze business operations, trends, costs, revenues, and financial commitments.
• Develop, implement, modify, and document recordkeeping and accounting systems.
• Audit payroll and personnel records for compliance with tax laws.
• Compute taxes owed and prepare tax returns.
• Advise clients on compensation, benefits, and long-range tax or estate plans.
• Direct activities of personnel engaged in financial recordkeeping.
• Develop, maintain, or analyze budgets and prepare periodic reports.

Required Experience/Skills for the Senior Accountant:

• Minimum 4 years of relevant accounting experience.
• Proficiency in accounting software (Intuit QuickBooks, Sage 50, SAP Concur, Microsoft Dynamics, Oracle PeopleSoft, Workday).
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel and the Office suite.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking abilities.
• Excellent reading comprehension and active listening skills.
• Ability to communicate financial information clearly.
• Experience with auditing and compliance procedures.
• Knowledge of economic and accounting principles, financial markets, and reporting standards.

Preferred Experience/Skills for the Senior Accountant:

• Experience supervising or training accounting staff.
• Exposure to ERP and financial analysis software.
• Experience with tax preparation and payroll audits.
• Intellectual curiosity and a drive for continuous learning.

Education Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field is required.
• A CPA or equivalent certification is preferred.

Benefits:

• Atrium Care Package available, upon eligibility (including healthcare plans, discount programs, and paid time off).