Senior Accountant

Summary:

Our client in Sonoma is looking for their next key member of the accounting team. The Senior Accountant is responsible for ensuring accurate and timely financial close, reporting, and compliance with accounting policies and regulations. This individual must demonstrate strong attention to detail, effective communication across various levels of the organization, and the ability to enhance accounting procedures for operational efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

• Month-End and Year-End Close: Manage month-end close processes, including journal entries, reconciliations, and financial reporting. Ensure accuracy and timeliness in the closing process.
• Financial Reporting: Prepare monthly and quarterly financial statements and analytical reviews to support business decisions.
• General Ledger Management: Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts, ensuring proper classification and accuracy of transactions.
• Variance Analysis: Perform variance analysis on departmental expenses and key financial metrics, ensuring reasonableness of reported figures.
• Compliance & Tax Reporting: Prepare and monitor compliance with state and local tax regulations, including Sales and Use Tax reporting.
• Audit Support: Assist with external and internal audits, including preparing audit schedules, documentation, and responding to auditor inquiries.
• Accounting Research: Conduct technical accounting research to ensure compliance with new standards and provide recommendations for implementation.
• Ad Hoc Projects: Support leadership in various special projects, financial planning, and strategic initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance preferred
• 5 years of progressive experience in general accounting
• Strong knowledge of US GAAP and general accounting principles
• Ability to analyze financial data and prepare detailed reports
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and strong systems aptitude
• Experience with QuickBooks and Fishbowl is a plus
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines
• Effective verbal and written communication skills for collaboration across departments
• Ability to work independently and take ownership of assigned tasks

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