Senior Staff Accountant

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for a Senior Staff Accountant to join a growing finance team in Omaha, Nebraska. This role is suited for an accounting specialist who can balance detailed transactional work with broader financial analysis and reporting responsibilities. The position offers the opportunity to contribute to accurate close processes, strengthen internal controls, and collaborate with multiple departments to support sound business decisions.

Responsibilities:
• Manage complex journal entries, reconcile balance sheet accounts, and monitor general ledger activity to maintain accurate financial records.
• Drive key portions of the monthly and annual close cycle, ensuring deadlines are met and supporting documentation is complete.
• Oversee accounting schedules related to accruals, prepaid expenses, and fixed assets while keeping records organized and current.
• Review accounts payable and accounts receivable activity for accuracy, policy alignment, and proper financial treatment.
• Contribute to revenue recognition, cost accounting, and other technical accounting areas as needed across the business.
• Prepare and evaluate periodic financial statements, identifying notable trends and explaining variances to management.
• Support budgeting, forecasting, cash activity, and audit requests by providing reliable financial data and analysis.
• Maintain compliance with accounting policies, tax-related obligations, and internal control expectations, while recommending process improvements.
• Partner with teams such as operations, HR, procurement, and leadership to improve financial accuracy and support business initiatives.
• Assist with accounting-related system enhancements or upgrades that affect reporting and operational efficiency.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.

• At least 3 years of progressive accounting experience in a business environment that requires careful attention to detail.

• Strong working knowledge of journal entries, general ledger accounting, and account reconciliations.

• Experience supporting tax-related activities, including sales tax, corporate tax, or related filings.

• Advanced Excel capabilities, including the ability to work with lookups, pivot tables, and financial models.

• Solid analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills with careful attention to detail.

• Ability to communicate effectively across departments and explain financial information clearly.