Senior Audit Accountant

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Works to understand the internal financial reporting needs of the organization and transform the delivery of financial information utilizing self-service dashboards, reports, and queries to the extent practical.
• Aid with all school financial statement, compliance, and fiscal program audits.
• Prepare school annual financial statements and related footnotes for financial statement audits.
• Identify opportunities to improve reporting efficiency, accuracy, and consistency through system solutions.
• Perform research of various accounting and government compliance topics.
• Able to balance a complex working environment and manage priorities effectively based on business needs.
• Assist with various month end close responsibilities.

Minimum Qualifications

• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel required, including an understanding of how to develop, troubleshoot, and maintain macros.
• Strong analytical skills, finely tuned attention to detail, and a continuous-improvement mindset.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and highly developed interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of Governmental and/or Not-for-Profit Accounting and Federal Grant compliance requirements is preferred.

Education/License Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance.
• 3-5 years of accounting experience is preferred.
• CPA license preferred but not required.