Senior Accountant
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824 Hawthorne Avenue
Athens, GA 30606
Responsibilities
- Oversee general ledger accounting processes, including journal entries, account reconciliations, and month-end closing activities.
- Prepare and analyze financial statements in accordance with GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles) and ensure accuracy in reporting.
- Manage accounts payable and receivable functions, including invoice processing, payment disbursements, and collections.
- Conduct detailed account reconciliations to verify data integrity across multiple financial systems such as Workday, SAP PeopleSoft, or similar platforms.
- Support internal controls compliance, including SOX (Sarbanes-Oxley Act) requirements, through meticulous documentation and process reviews.
- Assist with external audits by preparing schedules and providing necessary documentation.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams on payroll management using systems like ADP or UltiPro, ensuring accurate payroll processing and benefits administration.
- Maintain proficiency in various accounting software such as QuickBooks, Sage, Ceridian, or Kronos for efficient data entry and reporting.
- Participate in special projects related to financial analysis, budgeting, or process improvements to enhance operational efficiency.
- Stay updated on industry regulations and best practices related to governmental accounting, non-profit accounting, and tax regulations.
- Extensive experience with accounting software including Workday, Paychex, QuickBooks, Quicken, Sage, PeopleSoft, Ceridian, or similar platforms.
- Strong knowledge of GAAP principles and technical accounting standards.
- Proven expertise in accounts payable/receivable management and payroll processing.
- Familiarity with SOX compliance procedures and internal control frameworks.
- Ability to perform detailed account reconciliation and general ledger analysis accurately.
- Excellent analytical skills combined with a thorough understanding of financial concepts such as debits & credits and double-entry bookkeeping.
- Proficiency in data entry with high accuracy (10-key typing skills preferred).
- Effective communication skills for collaboration across finance and human resources departments.
- Experience working within public accounting environments or governmental/non-profit sectors is advantageous.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities efficiently. This role is integral to maintaining the financial health of our organization while fostering a culture of accuracy and accountability. We invite qualified candidates who are eager to leverage their expertise in a challenging yet rewarding environment to apply today.
2382
824 Hawthorne Avenue
Athens, GA 30606
Vacancy posted 4 days ago
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