What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Accountant - Multi Location Experience position at Benchmark Search?
We are seeking a Senior Accountant to support daily accounting functions, including period and quarterly close processes, ensuring accuracy and compliance with U.S. GAAP. This role requires a results-driven, action-oriented professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment. The Senior Accountant will report to the Controller and play a key role in financial reporting and process improvements.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assist in preparing GAAP-compliant monthly, quarterly, and annual consolidated financial statements for multiple entities.
- Manage monthly close procedures, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting.
- Maintain general ledger accounts, verify transactions, and resolve discrepancies.
- Ensure all revenue is posted, bank reconciliations are reviewed, and necessary adjustments are recorded.
- Perform balance sheet reviews and complete reconciliations each quarter.
- Review corporate expense reports for accuracy and completeness.
- Ensure compliance with tax filings, including property tax and sales tax returns.
- Support the annual external audit process.
- Assist with process improvements and other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
- Multi-location accounting experience REQUIRED.
- 3 years of accounting experience.
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related field.
- Experience with general ledger and statutory accounting software.
- Strong Microsoft Excel skills (Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP, etc.).
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively across different teams.
- Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- Experience working with outsourced accounting service partners is a plus.
- High ethical standards, integrity, and attention to detail.
