Senior Accountant
Location
Bethesda MD
Bethesda MD
Position Id
EB-1867423213
EB-1867423213
Job Type
Full-Time Regular
Full-Time Regular
We are seeking an experienced Senior Accountant, who will play a critical role in overseeing the month-end close process, preparing and analyzing financial reports, and ensuring compliance with accounting policies. This position requires a strong understanding of GAAP, excellent analytical skills, and the ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
Responsibilities
- Prepare and review journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules.
- Responsible for monthly, quarterly, and year‑end close processes and continuous improvement of close processes.
- Maintain accuracy and integrity of the general ledger across entities.
- Perform bank reconciliations and ensure accurate cash position reporting.
- Manage revenue and expense accruals.
- Process and manage accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions, ensuring timely and accurate entries and monitoring AR aging.
- Support internal and external audits, including preparing schedules, supporting documentation, and responding to inquiries.
- Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis to support management decision-making including variance analysis.
- Participate in the development and documentation of formal accounting policies, procedures, and technical accounting memoranda to support audit and regulatory requirements.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
- BS/BA required
- CPA or CPA path
- 3 - 4+ years of progressive accounting experience
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
- Strong knowledge of US GAAP
- Experience with ERP systems
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities, meeting communicated deadlines