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).
Senior Staff Accountant Lower Cape Fear LifeCare - 3.6 Wilmington, NC Job Details 3 days ago Qualifications Research Data-driven problem-solving
Full Job Description Senior Staff Accountant Schedule:
Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM. Hybrid options available after 90 days. What You'll Be Doing As a Senior Staff Accountant, you'll play a key role in driving financial accuracy, insights, and operational excellence. This is a high-impact position with visibility across the organization, partnering with leadership and supporting strategic decision-making. In this role, you will: Lead the monthly close process , including preparing, reviewing, and approving journal entries and cash and balance sheet reconciliations within Financial Edge NXT Prepare and analyze financial statements , identifying trends, variances, and potential risks Conduct budget-to-actual variance analysis , partnering with department leaders to provide clear insights and recommendations Own and reconcile complex general ledger accounts , while reviewing work prepared by revenue and treasury. Ensure system alignment across subledgers (fundraising, AP, payroll) and the general ledger Oversee payroll and payroll accounting , including reconciliations to Form 941 Serve as the primary point of contact for auditors , leading audit preparation and supporting documentation Research and apply GAAP guidance to ensure compliance across transactions Drive system optimization and integration , improving data accuracy and reporting efficiency Identify and implement process improvements and automation opportunities Act as a backup to the Controller , supporting budgeting and financial planning processes What We're Looking For We're seeking a detail-oriented, analytical accounting professional who thrives in a collaborative environment and enjoys improving processes.
Qualifications & Experience:
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (or equivalent experience) 5-7+ years of progressive accounting experience
Technical Skills:
Experience with financial systems such as Financial Edge NXT, Raiser's Edge NXT, AvidXchange, PEX, and Centage Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, lookups, data analysis)
Core Competencies:
Strong understanding of GAAP and financial reporting practices Proven ability to manage complex reconciliations and analyze financial data Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to partner cross-functionally Strong organizational, problem-solving, and analytical thinking skills Ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities
