Job Description
We are looking for a detail-oriented senior accountant to perform and coordinate accounting duties within our organization. The senior accountant's responsibilities include preparing financial reports, performing account reconciliations, maintaining the general ledger, preparing tax returns, assisting with audit preparations, and performing other accounting duties as assigned. To be successful as a senior accountant, you should have a solid working knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and solid financial analysis skills. An outstanding senior accountant should also possess strong Excel skills, be detail-oriented, highly organized, and able to work with little to no supervision and perform under pressure.
Role & Responsibilities
Coordinating accounting functions and programs.
Preparing financial analyses and reports.
Preparing revenue projections and forecasting expenditure.
Assisting with preparing and monitoring budgets.
Maintaining and reconciling balance sheet and general ledger accounts.
Assisting with annual audit preparations.
Investigating and resolving audit findings, account discrepancies, and issues of non-compliance.
Preparing federal, state, local, and special tax returns.
Contributing to the development of recent or amended accounting systems, programs, and procedures.
Performing other accounting duties and supporting junior staff as required or assigned.
Requirements
Proven experience as a Financial Controller, Accounting Supervisor, chief or senior accountant
Thorough knowledge of basic accounting procedures
In-depth understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
Income Tax & GST Return and Filing
Familiar with financial accounting statements
Experience with general ledger functions and the month-end/year-end close process
Hands-on experience with accounting software like Tally ERP.
Advanced MS Excel & Word skills
Accuracy and attention to detail
Aptitude for numbers and quantitative skills
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or relevant
Relevant certification will be preferred