Senior Accountant

The Senior Accountant is responsible for preparation and accuracy of monthly journal entries, as well as fixed asset accounting.

This includes reviewing project activity and proper capitalization or expense classification based on company policy.

RESPONSIBILITY LEVEL:

Implements organization's goals, may provide input into strategic goals for Accounting.

Conducts research, evaluates data, and reports on findings, supporting the development and implementation of policies, procedures, and programs.

Has familiarity with the Accounting budget, may provide input into spending decisions, particularly as pertains to vendors, systems, and projects.

Typically works on projects and initiatives that span 12 months - 2 years.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES:

1.

Prepare and review journal entries, account reconciliations, and variance analysis to ensure accuracy of the general ledger.

Support monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting and assist with budget development and annual audit activities.

2.

Manage fixed asset accounting, including asset lifecycle activity, depreciation, and related forecasting and budgeting.

Maintain lease accounting records and prepare related entries, budgets, and schedules.

3.

Prepare and file sales tax and other state/local tax reports and related journal entries.

Ensure tax rates and systems remain current and in compliance with state requirements.

4.

Review occupancy subaccounts and make any necessary adjustments.

Prepare any necessary

reports.

5.

Support Retail operations through incentive calculations, point-of-sale (POS) related reconciliations, and addressing operational accounting inquiries.

6.

Participate in annual insurance policy renewal process.

7.

Drive continuous improvement efforts by identifying opportunities to simplify and strengthen accounting processes, including documenting new processes or procedures.

8.

Provide financial support to Financial Planning & Analysis and other internal stakeholders as assigned or requested.

9.

Leading and Developing Talent: May partner with coworkers to advance their development.

10.

Project and Change Management: May serve as a team member, or subject matter expert, for formal or department projects.

Contributes ideas and helps develop solutions, while balancing demands of project work and routine job responsibilities.

Engages effectively in change affecting her/him, communicating appropriately with supervisor.

Follows through on learning, skill building, and practice necessary to adapt to change.

11.

Problem Solving: Light supervision; works independently.

Periodic review of work by manager or direct customer.

Researches, analyzes, and evaluates situations and reports on findings.

Solves advanced problems.

12.

Technical Skill: Advanced knowledge of professional principles and skills.

Comprehensive knowledge of principles, practices and procedures of particular field of specialization.

13.

Community Engagement: Champions Goodwill's community engagement initiatives.

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