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Creative Financial Staffing lists this Senior Accountant opportunity in pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
SENIOR ACCOUNTANT
Pittsburgh, PA (Hybrid)
$80,000- $90,000
Our client is seeking a Senior Accountant to join their corporate accounting team in Pittsburgh. This role will be responsible for a variety of accounting, financial reporting, month-end close, technical accounting, and audit-related activities.
The ideal candidate will have strong general ledger and financial reporting experience, excellent analytical skills, and the ability to research and apply accounting guidance to complex transactions. Public accounting experience and a CPA are highly preferred.
OVERVIEW OF THE SENIOR ACCOUNTANT ROLE:
Support the preparation and review of external financial statements and internal management reports
Prepare and analyze financial information to support business and management decisions
Research, analyze, and document technical accounting matters and financial statement disclosures
Monitor and evaluate new accounting standards and assess their impact on the organization
Prepare and record accurate journal entries for assigned accounts and transactions
Reconcile assigned general ledger accounts and investigate variances or discrepancies
Review and maintain intercompany balances and ensure accounts are properly reconciled
Assist with quarterly and year-end external audit requests and supporting schedules
Support the preparation of quarterly and year-end financial reporting packages
Maintain and update accounting policies in response to new accounting guidance and business developments
Participate in SOX compliance activities, including documentation, control testing, and reporting
Perform financial analysis and special projects to support management decision-making
Provide accounting guidance, training, and support to Senior and Staff Accountants
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve accounting and reporting issues
Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes, controls, and reporting
Perform other accounting and finance duties as assigned
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
3+ years of progressive accounting experience; public accounting experience strongly preferred
CPA certification or active pursuit of CPA preferred
Strong understanding of GAAP and accounting principles
Experience with general ledger accounting, account reconciliations, and financial statement preparation
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and research skills
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Worksite address
pittsburgh, PA, 15289, US
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