Our client is a Fortune 500 financial and payments technology company and leads the industry in innovation, scale, and service.
They are now looking to add to their team and are looking to hire a
"Senior Accountant”. This role will be based in Alpharetta, GA(Three times a week onsite)Position Overview- Senior Accountant level (4+ years of experience preferred)
- Support multiple business divisions and GL accounts
- Assist with ongoing Great Plains to Oracle ERP conversion
- Perform account reconciliations, bank activity review, and contract billing support
- Oracle experience preferred but not required
- Looking for someone who can navigate new processes and provide accounting support during the transition
Summary:
We're looking for a senior staff accountant who will help develop, implement and/or maintain one or more accounting systems: Journal entries, General Ledger, Accounts Receivables, Accounts Payable, Revenue Reconciliation, etc. responsible for preparing accurate and timely financial records while supporting month-end close activities. This role ensures the integrity of financial data, assists with financial reporting and analysis, identifies discrepancies, and collaborates with cross-functional teams to support informed business decisions. Success in this role contributes directly to accurate financial reporting and the overall financial performance of the organization.
What you'll own - Ensure that all financial information is recorded in accordance with GAAP and Federal and State regulations and consistent with established Company policy and procedures
- Prepare and enter daily and month end journal entries
- Prepare general ledger account reconciliations in a timely and accurate manner to include performing detailed research and analysis of differences in the accounts
- Participation in monthly close process
- Assist with quarter and year-end audits as required
- Act as a liaison with other departments concerning accounting information and other assigned areas
- Involvement in special projects as needed
- Able to maintain sensitive and confidential information
- Strong interpersonal skills, ability to work in team driven environment yet be able to work independently to complete daily expectations
- Ability to work well under pressure and prioritize multiple tasks in a fast paced environment
- Must be flexible, customer focused and an agent of change
- Possess a positive attitude
- Escalate issues as appropriate
Skills:What you'll bring - Bachelor's Degree in Accounting
- Knowledge of public accounting principles and practices
- Strong critical thinking skills, using logic and reasoning to identify alternative solutions to problems
- Strong organizational and communication skills required
- Detailed oriented and able to set priorities
- Proficient in Excel including pivot tables and Vlookups, MsWord
- Ability to manage deadlines and customer satisfaction
- Must be proactive, detailed and results oriented
Top Skills Required:- General Ledger experience, including journal entries and account reconciliations
- Advanced Excel skills (Pivot Tables required)
- Self-starter with strong motivation and ability to work independently
It's a bonus if you have - Knowledge of Oracle Financial software
- Four plus years of experience in general ledger accounting
Interview Process:- 1st Round: 30-minute interview with HM
- Possible final discussion