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Sr. 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).
$77,610 / year median in Maryland
-9% projected decline
Job Description
Responsibilities:
- Lead monthly close activities, ensuring financial records are updated accurately and reporting deadlines are met.
- Prepare and post journal entries while maintaining the integrity of the general ledger.
- Perform detailed reconciliations for bank accounts and balance sheet accounts, identifying and resolving discrepancies promptly.
- Support billing and related accounting transactions to ensure complete and accurate revenue tracking.
- Assist with budget monitoring and forecasting activities by compiling data and analyzing financial results.
- Coordinate audit preparation by organizing schedules, supporting documentation, and responding to finance-related requests.
- Partner with finance leadership to learn essential daily accounting processes and provide reliable operational backup coverage.
- Use QuickBooks and Microsoft Excel to manage accounting data, prepare reports, and improve financial visibility.