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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).
$79,643 / year median in New York
-18% projected decline
Job Description
Responsibilities:
- Lead key tasks within the monthly and annual close cycle to help ensure complete and timely financial reporting.
- Record and review journal entries, accruals, reconciliations, and supporting schedules to maintain reliable accounting records.
- Oversee general ledger accuracy by analyzing balances, resolving variances, and keeping documentation organized.
- Coordinate billing-related activities and confirm transactions are processed correctly and within required timeframes.
- Track receivables and open balances, assisting with reporting and follow-up on outstanding items.
- Evaluate revenue and expense activity, investigate irregularities, and communicate findings to appropriate stakeholders.
- Produce recurring internal financial reports and deliver analysis that supports business and operational decision-making.
- Partner with cross-functional teams to address accounting questions, reinforce internal controls, and support audit and year-end reporting needs.