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Sr. Accountant

Sr. Accountant

Charlotte StaffingCharlotte, NC, US
3 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Senior Accountant

We are looking for a dedicated and detail-oriented Senior Accountant to join our team in Charlotte, North Carolina. This role involves managing critical accounting tasks and contributing to the preparation of financial statements, reconciliations, and analysis. The ideal candidate will bring expertise in month-end processes, general ledger management, and financial reporting.

Responsibilities

  • Manage month-end closing activities, including preparing adjusting entries for revenue, costs, intercompany transactions, and job expenses.
  • Reconcile general ledger accounts for both balance sheet and income statement accounts on a monthly basis.
  • Collaborate with other corporate departments to ensure timely completion of monthly accounting responsibilities.
  • Assist in preparing monthly financial statements and accompanying schedules, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
  • Analyze and reconcile costs and revenue associated with construction contracts, ensuring proper documentation.
  • Create supporting schedules for financial statements and perform ratio analysis and debt covenant calculations.
  • Handle daily, weekly, and monthly accounting tasks to support department operations.
  • Support the annual financial statement audit by preparing confirmations, reports, workpapers, and footnotes.
  • Participate in cross-training initiatives with staff accountants and the accounting manager to ensure departmental coverage.
  • Test and provide feedback on accounting-related system upgrades to enhance operational efficiency.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting with at least two years of accounting experience requiring attention to detail.
  • CPA certification or eligibility is strongly preferred.
  • Proficiency in accounting software and advanced skills in Excel, Word, and Outlook.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills to convey complex information effectively.
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive financial information.
  • Experience with general ledger management, journal entries, and account reconciliations.
  • Knowledge of month-end close processes and financial statement preparation.
  • Team-oriented mindset with a proactive approach to problem-solving and collaboration.
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