Senior Accountant

Summary The Senior Accountant plays a critical role in managing the organization’s financial operations, including overseeing monthly closings, preparing financial reports, and ensuring the accuracy of account reconciliations. This position reports to the Controller and contributes to regulatory reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis while supporting business objectives. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Assists in managing the organization’s financial operations. Assists with regulatory reporting, budgeting, forecasting and financial analysis. Leadership experience with the ability to guide teams and drive process improvements. Experience with internal and/or external financial audits with exposure to financial statement preparation. Comprehensive knowledge of accounting standards and principles, including GAAP. Proven experience in financial reporting, budgeting, liquidity management, and month‑end close processes. Ability to work with cross‑functional teams and internal and external auditors. Strong analytical and forecasting capabilities, with the ability to interpret financial data. Strong problem‑solving / critical‑thinking skills, strong organizational skills, and attention to detail. Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects while maintaining accountability. Job Qualifications Requires a bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field. Minimum 3 years of accounting or finance experience, preferably in a similar role such as staff accountant, accounting manager or assistant controller. Banking industry experience a plus, with knowledge of CECL, interest rate risk, and balance sheet management. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Strong oral and written communication skills. Demonstrated skills in problem solving, prioritizing, and balancing urgency with informed decision‑making. Excellent judgement, sense of ethics and integrity, and ability to work in an ever‑changing environment. Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel formulas (VLOOKUP, pivot tables, ad hoc financial modeling). Excellent attention to detail and critical thinking skills. Strong organizational skills with the ability to multi‑task. Ability to gather and analyze information skillfully. #J-18808-Ljbffr