Senior Accountant assistant

Job Summary

We are seeking a dynamic and detail-oriented Senior Accountant Assistant to join our finance team. In this vital role, you will support the accounting department by assisting with financial data entry, account reconciliation, and maintaining accurate financial records. Your expertise will help ensure compliance with GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles), SOX (Sarbanes-Oxley Act) controls, and various financial software systems. This position offers an exciting opportunity to develop your accounting skills within a collaborative environment dedicated to excellence and integrity.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing and analyzing financial statements, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow reports.
• Perform detailed account reconciliations for general ledger accounts, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
• Manage accounts payable and receivable processes using financial software such as QuickBooks, Xero, Sage, or similar systems.
• Support payroll management activities utilizing platforms like ADP, UltiPro, Kronos, or Ceridian, ensuring timely and accurate processing.
• Enter data meticulously into accounting systems while maintaining confidentiality of sensitive information.
• Conduct journal entries and double-entry bookkeeping to record financial transactions accurately.
• Assist with month-end closing procedures, including balance sheet reconciliation and account analysis.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure compliance with internal controls and SOX requirements.
• Support external audits by preparing documentation related to governmental accounting standards and public accounting practices.
• Utilize Excel data analysis skills for detailed financial analysis and reporting tasks.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in accounting or finance roles with a strong understanding of accounting concepts such as debits & credits, journal entries, and general ledger reconciliation.
• Familiarity with accounting software including QuickBooks, Xero, Sage, PeopleSoft, Ceridian, or similar platforms.
• Knowledge of GAAP standards and governmental accounting practices is highly desirable.
• Experience working with payroll systems like ADP or UltiPro is preferred.
• Strong technical skills in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel for data analysis and spreadsheets management.
• Ability to handle confidential information with integrity and professionalism.
• Excellent numeracy skills combined with attention to detail in data entry and account reconciliation tasks.
• Effective communication skills to collaborate across teams and support customer service functions related to accounts receivable/payable inquiries.
• Demonstrated ability to perform account analysis, budgeting support, and financial reporting accurately under tight deadlines.

Join us in a role where your expertise will directly contribute to our financial integrity while providing opportunities for professional growth within a vibrant team committed to excellence!

Pay: $39.65 - $45.71 per hour

Expected hours: 36.0 per week

Benefits:

• Dental insurance

Work Location: Remote