What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Accountant - Westcor Land Title Insurance position at Westcor Land Title Insurance Company®?
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Description
https://www.ardaninc.com/california-employee-and-job-application-privacy-notice/
Position Summary
We are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Senior Accountant to join our finance team. This role will be responsible for managing key accounting functions, including financial reporting, reconciliations, and tax compliance. The ideal candidate will have experience in corporate and partnership tax provisions, as well as sales tax research, setup, and compliance. This position requires strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to collaborate with various teams to ensure financial accuracy and compliance with regulations.
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
This role is mostly sedentary and requires the ability to sit for long periods each day. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to communicate orally. The employee uses hands and fingers to type, handle, and reach. The ability to operate office machinery such as computer, phone, copier, printer, etc in the commission of daily duties. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus
Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
NOTE: This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with the job.
Description
https://www.ardaninc.com/california-employee-and-job-application-privacy-notice/
Position Summary
We are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Senior Accountant to join our finance team. This role will be responsible for managing key accounting functions, including financial reporting, reconciliations, and tax compliance. The ideal candidate will have experience in corporate and partnership tax provisions, as well as sales tax research, setup, and compliance. This position requires strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to collaborate with various teams to ensure financial accuracy and compliance with regulations.
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
- Process Prepare and analyze financial statements in compliance with GAAP.
- Perform account reconciliations and ensure accuracy of general ledger transactions.
- Assist in the month-end and year-end closing processes.
- Manage corporate and partnership tax provisions, ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
- Conduct sales tax research, register for necessary jurisdictions, and ensure compliance with state and local tax requirements.
- Coordinate with external auditors and tax consultants for audits and tax filings.
- Develop and implement internal controls to enhance financial processes and reporting accuracy.
- Support budgeting and forecasting efforts by providing financial insights and variance analysis.
- Assist in preparing tax-related documentation and reports for corporate and partnership entities.
- Monitor changes in tax laws and regulations to ensure compliance and recommend adjustments as needed.
- Assist in identifying and implementing process improvements to increase efficiency in financial reporting and tax compliance.
- Perform other related duties as assigned
- Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting.
- Experience with corporate and partnership tax provisions.
- Proficiency in sales tax research, setup, and compliance.
- Advanced proficiency in accounting software (e.g., Sage Intacct a plus) and Microsoft Excel.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work independently and collaborate with cross-functional teams.
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- 4 years of experience in accounting, tax, or a related field.
- Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully.
- Team Work - Balances team and individual responsibilities; Contributes to building a positive team spirit.
- Written Communication - Writes clearly and informatively.
- Ethics - Works with integrity and ethically.
- Organizational Support - Follows policies and procedures; Completes administrative tasks correctly and on time.
- Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment.
- Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time.
- Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions.
- Planning/Organizing - Prioritizes and plans work activities; Uses time efficiently.
- Professionalism - Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position.
- Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality.
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
- CPA or CPA candidate preferred.
- 4 years of relevant accounting experience in a private company or public accounting.
- Health, dental, and vision benefits
- Employer-paid disability and life insurance
- Flexible spending accounts
- 401k with company match
- Paid time off and company-paid holidays
- Wellness Resources
This role is mostly sedentary and requires the ability to sit for long periods each day. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to communicate orally. The employee uses hands and fingers to type, handle, and reach. The ability to operate office machinery such as computer, phone, copier, printer, etc in the commission of daily duties. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus
Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
NOTE: This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with the job.
