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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).
$73,796 / year median in Ohio
-9% projected decline
Job Description
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full-timeJob Description:
We are looking for an experienced Sr. Accountant to join our client in Maumee, Ohio. This position supports core accounting operations by helping drive an accurate month-end close, maintaining reliable financial records, and preparing analysis that strengthens internal reporting. The role also works closely with leadership on reconciliations, audit readiness, and financial documentation that supports sound business decisions.Responsibilities:
- Lead and support month-end closing activities to deliver accurate internal financial results on schedule.
- Prepare detailed schedules and account analyses for balance sheet and income statement activity, ensuring all figures are properly supported.
- Record and review journal entries within the general ledger to maintain complete and accurate accounting records.
- Reconcile key accounts each month, including receivables, payables, fixed assets, depreciation, accrued liabilities, inventory, and work-in-process balances.
- Investigate account variances, resolve discrepancies, and maintain organized workpapers that clearly document financial activity.
- Produce management reporting and other internal financial analyses to support visibility into operating performance and expenses.
- Assist with year-end audit preparation by compiling schedules, gathering supporting documentation, and responding to information requests.
- Support payroll accounting through recurring reconciliations of payroll expenses and related liabilities.
- Participate in physical inventory activities and provide financial data needed for tax preparation support.