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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).
$74,768 / year median in South Carolina
+8% projected growth
Job Description
- Prepare financial statements in accordance with established company policies and accounting principles
- Prepare monthly account reconciliations to accurately present the balance sheet
- Assist in annual financial audits and third-party agency audits as required
- Assist operations in preparing annual budgets, monthly forecasts and expense analysis
- Analyze and report variances to budgets and forecasts, track job cost performance and maintain daily cash reporting
- Liaison and support communication between operations and finance
- Perform job costing creation, review and analysis
- Intercompany transaction posting and reconciliation
- Tax department support and interface
- Maintain understanding of critical success factors for division and the business to support management for improving operational and financial performance
- Become a value add accounting partner to leaders and facilitate financial initiatives
- Prepare ad hoc analysis to support management in decision-making efforts Skills and Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance and has a thorough understanding of GAAP
- 5+ years accounting experience
- Experience with month end, quarter end and fiscal year end close processes
- Excellent analytical skills with a strong focus on accuracy and attention to detail
- Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills with a consistent and solid work ethic
- Proficient Excel skills working in established spreadsheets and developing efficiencies
- Independent self-starter who enjoys a dynamic work culture
Pay:
$60,000.00 - $75,000.00 per yearBenefits:
401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Health insurance Paid time off Vision insuranceEducation:
Bachelor's (Preferred)Experience:
Accounting:
5 years (Preferred)Work Location:
In personBenefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- 401(k) Plans
- Health and Wellness Programs
- Health Insurance