Senior Accountant

Role Overview: In this role as a senior accountant, your responsibilities will include preparing and analyzing financial statements, overseeing financial reporting and reconciliation, ensuring compliance with GAAP and tax regulations, and supporting internal and external audits. You will be managing the general ledger, assisting with budgeting and forecasting, developing and maintaining accounting controls, and mentoring junior staff. Your strong analytical skills, advanced knowledge of accounting software and Excel, and deep understanding of financial principles and policies will be essential for success in this role. Key Responsibilities: - Financial Reporting: Prepare and review financial statements, journal entries, and account reconciliations to ensure accuracy and integrity of financial data. - Compliance: Ensure all accounting practices and reporting adhere to Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and relevant tax regulations. - Auditing: Coordinate and support both internal and external audits by providing necessary documentation and analysis. - Process Improvement: Develop and document accounting processes and internal controls to strengthen efficiency and compliance. - Budgeting & Forecasting: Assist with budget preparation and provide variance analysis to forecast financial performance. - General Ledger Management: Oversee the general ledger, including reconciliations and fixed asset management. - Staff Support: Train, mentor, and supervise junior accounting staff, assisting with their professional development. - Advisory: Provide financial insights to management, helping with strategic decisions and cost optimization. Qualification Required: - Accounting Software: Proficiency in accounting software packages such as QuickBooks and advanced skills in MS Excel (including VLOOKUPs and pivot tables). - Analytical Skills: Ability to analyze financial data, identify discrepancies, and explain financial performance trends. - Technical Knowledge: In-depth understanding of accounting principles like GAAP and financial statement analysis. - Attention to Detail: High level of accuracy and attention to detail to ensure error-free reporting. - Leadership: Experience supervising and mentoring junior staff. - Interpersonal Skills: Strong communication skills to liaise with financial managers, auditors, and other cross-functional teams.,