Senior staff accountant Job Description
Senior staff accountant Job Description Template
Senior Staff Accountants oversee financial operations, conduct audits, and prepare financial reports. Responsibilities include ensuring compliance with financial regulations, analyzing data, and assisting with budget preparation.
Responsibilities:
- Prepare and analyze financial statements and reports on a monthly, quarterly and annual basis
- Ensure all financial records are accurate and in compliance with accounting principles
- Supervise and mentor junior staff accountants
- Collaborate with other departments to provide financial analysis and support
- Manage the general ledger and assist with month-end and year-end close processes
- Assist with budgeting and forecasting
- Ensure all tax filings are accurate and filed on time
- Research and analyze accounting issues and provide recommendations for resolution
Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance
- At least 5 years of experience in a senior accounting role
- Strong knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
- Experience with financial statement preparation and analysis
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities
- Detail-oriented with a high level of accuracy in work