Senior Staff Accountant

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and review monthly financial statements and internal management reports
• Analyze financial data to identify trends, variances, discrepancies, and performance drivers
• Provide branch-level and consolidated financial analysis (profitability, cost trends, margin analysis)
• Identify profit leaks and recommend corrective actions
• Support forecasting, budgeting, and financial modeling efforts
• Communicate financial insights and recommendations to leadership (CFO, Controller, VP, Branch Managers)

General Ledger & Close Process

• Oversee and maintain the general ledger and chart of accounts
• Prepare and post journal entries ensuring accurate transaction recording
• Reconcile accounts and resolve discrepancies timely
• Lead and support month-end and year-end close processes
• Ensure timely and accurate financial reporting

Operational & Cost Analysis

• Analyze branch and corporate operations for efficiency and cost optimization
• Evaluate operational expenses and recommend cost-saving initiatives
• Support leadership in evaluating financial impact of business decisions and special projects

Internal Controls & Process Improvement

• Develop and enhance internal controls to reduce financial and operational risk
• Identify process improvement opportunities in accounting and reporting workflows
• Auxiliary in implementing automation, reporting enhancements, and system improvements

Audit, Tax & Compliance

• Ensure financial reporting complies with GAAP
• Support external audits by preparing schedules and responding to auditor requests
• Auxiliary in tax compliance and audit support (federal, state, and local)