Senior Accountant

Senior AccountantLocation: Albuquerque, NMThe Senior Accountant requires an accurate, reserved, imaginative personality that seeks a high level of technical expertise. The responsibilities cover a range of accounting and finance procedures and functions as they relate to GAAP. The position will assist in correspondence, data entry, and record keeping while taking the time to get to know the staff. Additionally, the role reviews data for accuracy, compliance, and discrepancies while providing consistent quality service with sincerity and discipline. They will provide support to accounts payable and payroll administration. As such, achievements will depend on multitasking, working independently, strong customer service, and computer skills. The focus of this job is on producing high-quality, detailed work based on established standards, guidelines, and procedures. Consistent work output is essential, requiring patience and a willingness to handle and complete one task at a time. Consistent, error-free work based on defined regulations and standards are key measures of job performance success.BenefitsRobust 401 (k) program with safe harbor and profit share (no match required)Excellent health, dental, and vision insuranceFlexible PTO8 Paid holidayCollaborative and supportive cultureResponsibilitiesAssist the Controller and CFO with the day-to-day, monthly and year-end operations of the Accounting DepartmentImplement and develop accounting procedures by analyzing current operations and recommending changesPerform general accounts analysis and reconciliations, including bank statements, fixed assets, accruals, and prepaid expensesRecord and verify all transactions related to the Accounts Payable processPrepare and analyze monthly budget/forecast to actual variance reports by departmentAssist in payroll administration, filing, union reporting, and certified payrollAnswers accounting and financial questions by researching and interpreting dataPrepare and remit monthly Workers Comp InsurancePrepare and remit monthly State Gross Receipts TaxPrepare reports for payroll to complete State and Federal reports on a quarterly basisDevelop and maintain accounting processes and procedures to improve efficiencySuperior oral and written communication, along with analytical abilitiesMust have the ability to prioritize, multitask, delegate appropriate tasks, and forecast internal/external financial variablesKnowledge in GAAP, finance and budgeting, strategic planning, operational management, and mitigation strategiesPhysical demands include long hours sitting, using a computer, standing, pulling/pushing, walking, lifting, and climbingThe job requires intermediate computer proficiency and advanced critical thinking skillsOther duties, activities, and responsibilities may vary and change as assignedEducation and ExperienceBachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field requiredRelevant work experience (4+ years) may substitute for the degree3+ Years of Accounting or Finance experience requiredRelevant education may substitute for required work experience