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Senior Accountant
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What they do
An Accountant organizes and maintains financial records and prepares financial statements for companies and organizations. Works as a public accountant (prepares financial documents where public disclosure is required by law, such as business balance sheets and tax returns), management accountant (prepares financial information for internal use by a company) or government accountant (maintains records for government agencies).
$74,520 / year median in Georgia
-7% projected decline
Job Description
Responsibilities:
Support the preparation of periodic financial statements by compiling data, validating balances, and helping ensure reporting accuracy.Lead recurring month-end close activities and coordinate deliverables so accounting deadlines are consistently achieved.
Complete reconciliations for balance sheet accounts each month, investigate variances, and resolve outstanding items in a timely manner.
Evaluate the accounting treatment of business activity and apply appropriate accounting guidance to transactions across the organization.
Review financial results and perform detailed account analysis to identify trends, discrepancies, and areas requiring follow-up.
Prepare and post journal entries with appropriate support to maintain an accurate general ledger.
Carry out all work with professionalism, integrity, and a strong focus on supporting the company's financial health and reputation.