Sr. Accountant

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for an experienced Senior Accountant to join our team in Salem, New Hampshire. In this role, you will oversee critical accounting functions, ensure compliance with financial regulations, and contribute to the preparation of key financial reports. This is an excellent opportunity to bring your expertise to a dynamic organization within the investment management industry.

Responsibilities :

• Perform accounting across multiple entities, including preparing complex journal entries, accruals, and conducting analyses during month-end closing activities.
• Reconcile general ledger accounts and address discrepancies promptly to ensure accuracy.
• Review financial disbursements for compliance with accounting standards and organizational policies.
• Prepare book-to-tax workpapers to support the internal tax team.
• Assist in external audits and control reviews, including the preparation of financial statements.
• Develop and update financial accounting policies and procedures to strengthen internal controls.
• Generate monthly financial statements, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow reports.
• Analyze budget-to-actual variances and provide actionable insights to management.
• Create and present quarterly financial reports for leadership, board members, and committees.
• Drive process improvements by leveraging systems to enhance accounting and reporting efficiency.
• A minimum of 5 years of accounting experience, including expertise in month-end close processes.
• Proficiency in general ledger operations and journal entry preparation.
• Demonstrated ability to reconcile accounts and resolve discrepancies effectively.
• Solid experience with bank reconciliations and financial statement preparation.
• Strong analytical skills, particularly in budget variance analysis and financial reporting.
• Familiarity with implementing and maintaining internal accounting controls.
• Experience supporting audits and working with external financial review teams.
• Advanced knowledge of accounting systems and tools to streamline processes.