5,817 Senior Accountant jobs in the United States

• Prepare monthly journal entries for assigned accounts and intercompany general journals.
• Review incoming cash receipts and accounts payable batches, ensuring correct general ledger coding, and timely processing while adhering to organizational policies.
• Oversee month-end and year-end closing processes, generating accurate financial statements and reports in line with deadlines.
• Collaborate with field staff to ensure proper revenue recognition, including accurate accruals, billing, and reporting for grants.
• Prepare and distribute monthly financial statements; provide analysis of financial results and address any budget variances with field units.
• Perform monthly reconciliations of balance sheet accounts.
• Act as a liaison between the finance department and field units for inquiries related to accounts payable, cash receipts, and financial reporting.
• Track and monitor capital and deferred maintenance projects.
• Provide training to field personnel on financial procedures and ensure compliance with organizational accounting policies.
• Oversee the maintenance of custodian accounts.
• Assist with the preparation of schedules for both internal and external audits.
• Support the budgeting process for assigned units.
• Conduct research and special projects as needed.
• Provide backup support for other accounting staff as required.
• Undertake additional tasks as assigned.

• Bachelors degree in Accounting or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of accounting experience with a strong background in general ledger management.

• Ability to quickly learn new systems and adapt to changing demands.
• Collaborative team player with excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Strong organizational and analytical abilities to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint); experience with accounting software is a plus.
• Capacity to work effectively under pressure while managing competing priorities.

Artech is the 10th Largest IT Staffing Company in the US, according to Staffing Industry Analysts' 2012 annual report. Artech provides technical expertise to fill gaps in clients' immediate skill-sets availability, deliver emerging technology skill-sets, refresh existing skill base, allow for flexibility in project planning and execution phases, and provide budgeting/financial flexibility by offering contingent labor as a variable cost. Job Description We are seeking a candidate highly conversant with GL-Accounting Operations, Month End Closing Process, and Journal Entries. These are mission-critical skill sets, and we are willing to train the right candidate on our internal tools. The role involves performing routine accounting activities such as maintenance of the general ledger, preparation of various accounting statements and financial reports, and accounts payable or receivable functions. Candidates should have a high school diploma or equivalent and at least 5 years of related experience. Familiarity with a variety of field concepts, practices, and procedures is required. The candidate should rely on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals, perform a variety of tasks, and may lead and direct the work of others. A wide degree of creativity and latitude is expected. Typically, this position reports to a supervisor or manager. Additional Information For more information, please contact: Artech Information Systems LLC 360 Mt. Kemble Avenue, Suite 2000, Morristown, NJ 07960 #J-18808-Ljbffr

The General Ledger Accountant is responsible for day-to-day accounting tasks including journal entries, account reconciliations, and month-end close processes in compliance with GAAP. This position is responsible for recording, reconciling, and maintaining accounting processes such as fixed assets, financial and operating leases, and payroll related transactions. The General Ledger Accountant will help support and improve accounting processes and systems. The General Ledger Accountant interfaces significantly with other Conservation Legacy staff, financial processes, and provides support for the Controller and other accounting staff.

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• Prepare monthly reconciliations for assigned accounts; timely research and resolution of reconciling items.
• Maintain Fixed Asset system which includes preparation of asset additions, disposals, depreciation, and reconciliation from fixed asset ledger to general ledger.
• Upload weekly payroll transactions from payroll processing system.
• Complete monthly reconciliation of payroll benefits and liabilities; resolve conflicts.
• Analyze financial data and provide financial recommendations.
• Ensure financial records comply with regulatory standards including GAAP and the CFR.
• Create amortization tables, prepare and maintain amortization schedule of operating and capital leases.
• Collaborate with other departments to complete accurate records and provide accounting support.
•  Assist with monthly financial statement preparation and review.
• Assist with the preparation of annual audit schedules, audit confirmations, and other audit requests.
• Assist with ad-hoc reporting and special project and other accounting functions as needed.
• Support the Controller and other financial professionals in their duties as needed.

• Successfully engages, leads and supports a positive work environment for all within the organization and the communities we serve. 
• Leads and/or participates in organizational-wide teams, projects and initiatives that support the work of the Strategic Plans goals.
• Reports any potential complaints within the organization as identified in the Personnel Policy Manual.
• Assists or leads other responsibilities, as assigned.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience working with non-profit accounting.
• Experience with ASC 842 and lease accounting and amortization schedules.
• Experience with influencing diverse groups of employees to achieve common goals.
• Flexibility, adaptability and capacity to work in a fluid, changing work environment.
• The ability to carry out assigned work independently or with minimal supervision.
• The ability to communicate effectively, manage complexity cultivate innovation, drive and influence results of oneself and others.
• Ability to work well with others and to seek assistance when needed to carry out assignments.
• Proficient in all Microsoft Office Suite applications and ability to manage information in an organizational database.
• Ability to keep others, in remote locations, accountable to expectations.
• Valid Driver’s License and Insurable Driving Record.
• Must be able to pass the organization’s criminal history check requirements.

• Supervisory experience is preferred.