Sr Accountant
Robert Half
Lexington, KY (In Person)
Full-Time
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Job Description
Description The Senior Accountant is responsible for managing complex accounting activities, ensuring accurate financial reporting, and supporting month-end and year-end close processes. This role partners closely with leadership and may mentor junior accounting staff. Key Responsibilities + Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements + Manage general ledger activities, journal entries, and account reconciliations + Support month-end and year-end close processes + Analyze financial data to identify trends, variances, and risks + Assist with budgeting and forecasting activities + Ensure compliance with GAAP and internal controls + Support internal and external audits + Review and improve accounting processes and documentation + Mentor and review work of Staff Accountants (as applicable) + Collaborate cross-functionally with finance, operations, and leadership Requirements Qualifications + Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field + 4-7+ years of progressive accounting experience + Strong understanding of GAAP and financial reporting standards + Proficiency with accounting systems and Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, etc.) + Experience with month-end close and reconciliations + Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills Preferred Qualifications + CPA or CPA-eligible + Experience in public accounting or industry (manufacturing, nonprofit, healthcare, etc.) + ERP system experience (NetSuite, SAP, Oracle, Dynamics, etc.) + Prior experience leading or mentoring junior staff Work Environment + Hybrid or onsite depending on business needs + Fast-paced, deadline-driven environment with leadership exposure Robert Half is the world's first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles. Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. 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. © 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking "," you're agreeing to Robert Half's Terms of Use (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/terms) and Privacy Notice (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/privacy) .
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