Sr. Accountant

Responsibilities

1. Prepare internal financial reports and complete external regulatory filings with a high level of accuracy and timeliness.
2. Perform detailed reconciliations of general ledger accounts, investigate variances, and resolve discrepancies promptly.
3. Record and post month-end journal entries to support an efficient and well-documented close process.
4. Contribute to budgeting, forecasting, and financial variance analysis by compiling data and identifying key trends.
5. Assist with the calculation and documentation of the allowance for credit losses and related supporting schedules.
6. Create and maintain process documentation, operating procedures, and troubleshooting guidance for accounting activities.
7. Assess existing workflows and recommend process or system improvements that enhance accuracy, control, and productivity.
8. Support internal and external audit requests by organizing schedules, preparing documentation, and responding to inquiries.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance.
• At least 4 years of experience in accounting or finance; a CPA or CMA is advantageous but not required.
• Previous experience within a bank, credit union, financial institution, or in auditing financial institutions.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and practical application of accounting principles in a regulated environment.
• Demonstrated skill in month-end close, general ledger activity, journal entries, and account reconciliations.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and solid working knowledge of other Microsoft Office applications.
• Experience with accounting platforms such as Oracle, AvidXchange, BlackLine, or Sageworks is preferred.
• Strong communication, analytical, and organizational skills, with the ability to explain financial information to non-financial stakeholders.

Qualifications

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Skills

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Benefits

All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.