Senior Accountant

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

• Execute designated components of the month-end close process
• Prepare and post journal entries (accruals, adjustments, reclasses)
• Prepare and maintain balance sheet reconciliations for assigned accounts
• Partner with the GL Accountant to support timely and accurate close execution
• Review account reconciliations prepared by staff to ensure accuracy and completeness
• Investigate and resolve discrepancies and variances
• Ensure reconciling items are properly supported and cleared in a timely manner
• Lead technical accounting research and application of U.S. GAAP for routine and non-routine transactions
• Draft accounting memos and recommend accounting positions aligned with company policy and GAAP
• Serve as a primary resource for technical accounting guidance across the team
• Partner with the GL Accountant to prepare audit schedules, technical analyses, and audit support requests
• Proactively identify and resolve complex accounting issues, reducing reliance on leadership
• Provide flexible support across key accounting functions, including:
• Senior Accountant responsibilities
• Treasor-related accounting support
• GL Accountant responsibilities (as needed)
• Support continuity across critical processes such as royalties, sales tax, and inventory accounting
• Build working knowledge across these areas to strengthen team coverage and support evolving business needs
• Develop capabilities in royalties accounting with the opportunity to take on increased responsibility over time
• Identify and implement improvements in inefficient or manual processes
• Support enhancements to close processes and accounting workflows
• Aid in documenting and standardizing accounting policies and procedures
• Partner with the Accounting Operations Manager to support team priorities and execution
• Act as a technical resource and mentor to team members
• Support cross-training efforts to improve team flexibility and coverage
• Collaborate with team members to ensure effective workload balance and continuity across responsibilities

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities / Experience

• 5–8+ years of progressive accounting experience
• Strong experience with:
• Month-end close
• General ledger accounting
• Account reconciliations
• Demonstrated experience in technical accounting research and application of U.S. GAAP
• Experience supporting external audits
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills
• Advanced Excel skills; ERP experience preferred
• CPA preferred but not required
• Ability to independently research and resolve complex accounting issues
• Strong attention to detail with a big-picture mindset
• Effective communication of technical accounting concepts
• Collaborative and adaptable across multiple responsibilities
• Ownership mindset with a focus on team success

EQUIPMENT TO BE USED

• Computer
• LMS platforms
• Content authoring software
• Standard office equipment.

TYPICAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Ability to sit for extended periods and use a computer and other office equipment.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Office work environment.

OTHER

• Born again believer and must adhere to this organization's doctrines as upheld by Kenneth and Gloria Copeland and their appointed representatives.
• Must work well with others, as a team and according to Romans 16:17, must not cause dissension, difficulties and divisions
• Must maintain a good attendance record
• Because of the wide range of personal contact with ministry leaders within and outside the organization, this position requires considerable diplomacy, maturity, and excellent communication skills
• Ability to work with people of all cultures