| Location | Albuquerque, NM |
| Salary | $65,000–$80,000 Per Year |
LHH Recruitment Solutions is partnering with a well-established financial services organization in Albuquerque seeking an Accountant I to join its accounting team. This is an excellent opportunity for an accounting professional who enjoys financial reporting, reconciliations, general ledger maintenance, and month-end close activities in a collaborative environment.
Key Responsibilities
Prepare monthly financial statements, board reports, tax reports, and other financial reporting deliverables.
Maintain and reconcile general ledger, cash, and bank accounts.
Perform account reconciliations, research discrepancies, and prepare adjusting entries as needed.
Assist with month-end close activities and financial reporting processes.
Support internal audits, external audits, and regulatory examinations.
Maintain fixed asset and prepaid expense schedules.
Analyze accounting issues, identify root causes, and recommend process improvements.
Ensure compliance with company policies, accounting standards, and regulatory requirements.
Provide backup support to other accounting team members as needed.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
Minimum of 3 years of accounting experience.
Strong understanding of GAAP and financial reporting principles.
Experience with account reconciliations, general ledger maintenance, and month-end close.
Advanced Excel skills preferred, including pivot tables, nested formulas, Power Query, and VBA.
Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Experience within banking, credit union, or other financial institution environments is a plus.
What We're Looking For
Detail-oriented accounting professional with strong accuracy and accountability.
Team player who thrives in a collaborative environment.
Proactive individual who enjoys continuous learning and process improvement.
Strong communication skills and ability to work cross-functionally.
Pay Details: $65,000.00 to $80,000.00 per year
Search managed by: Aryela Harris
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