The Senior GL Accountant is responsible for managing fixed assets, daily cash reports, and general ledger balancing. This role also involves verifying bank deposits, maintaining cash receipts journals, and preparing month-end GL balance reports. The Accountant will manage monthly sales and use tax reporting, and collect and compute financial data for submission to the corporate office. This position requires a strong understanding of accounting principles and the ability to handle various financial tasks with accuracy and efficiency.
· Financial Management
o Manage and report all cash activities on a daily and monthly basis, including producing weekly cash forecasts and monthly cash reconciliations.
o Prepare and submit paperwork for monthly sales and use tax returns to various states. Maintain monthly in-depth spreadsheets for tax reporting and upload and audit state sales and use tax reports to Deloitte.
o Maintain Capital Asset Reporting (CAR) and fixed asset reporting. Ensure accurate tracking and reporting of fixed assets within the general ledger.
o Organize and lead quarterly balance sheet reviews. Perform financial reviews for state contract license renewals and manage monthly and year-end closing processes.
· Quality Control
o Record journal entries into the database, ensuring all supporting documentation is attached.
o Perform various month-end reconciliations and resolve discrepancies.
· Project Execution
o Facilitate the Accounts Receivable (AR) process with internal and external contacts. Review AR and Accounts Payable (AP) accounts for accuracy and work with intercompany entities to balance accounts.
· Critical Thinking
o Prepare ad hoc financial analysis as requested, applying proper accounting methods, policies, and principles.
· Collaboration
o Support payroll, project analysts, and other accountants in the Shared Services Division with applicable general ledger information.
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Are you an experienced Senior General Ledger Accountant looking for an exciting opportunity to showcase your accounting expertise? Join our dynamic team, where your skills will be crucial in managing our fixed assets, daily cash reports, and ensuring our general ledger is balanced and accurate. In this role, you'll dive deep into financial management by reporting cash activities daily and monthly, preparing and submitting essential paperwork for sales and use tax returns, and maintaining detailed spreadsheets for tax reporting. As the Senior GL Accountant, you’ll also lead quarterly balance sheet reviews, assist with closing processes, and play a key role in our Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable processes. Your advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel will help you create insightful financial analyses as requested, ensuring that you uphold the highest standards of quality control while recording journal entries and performing month-end reconciliations. Moreover, collaboration is essential as you will support payroll, project analysts, and accountants across our Shared Services Division. If you possess strong decision-making skills, thrive in fast-paced environments, and have a Bachelor’s in Accounting or Finance, along with 3-5 years of related experience, we’d love to hear from you! Discover the benefits of being part of a forward-thinking company that values your contributions and offers excellent health care and retirement plans along with great work-life balance.
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