Job Description
Job DescriptionWe are looking for an experienced Sr. Accountant to support core accounting operations for a Contract position based in East Burke, Vermont. This role focuses on maintaining accurate financial records, managing close activities, and ensuring balance sheet integrity through detailed reconciliations. The ideal candidate brings strong general ledger experience, sound judgment, and hands-on proficiency with Sage accounting software.
Responsibilities:
• Oversee monthly close activities by preparing schedules, reviewing financial data, and helping ensure reporting deadlines are met.
• Record and post journal entries with appropriate supporting documentation to maintain accurate accounting records.
• Manage general ledger activity, including reviewing account balances and resolving discrepancies in a timely manner.
• Perform detailed account reconciliations and investigate variances to support the accuracy of financial statements.
• Complete bank reconciliations regularly and follow up on outstanding items to keep cash records current.
• Partner with internal stakeholders to gather financial information needed for close and reconciliation processes.
• Maintain organized accounting documentation and support audit readiness through clear recordkeeping.
• Use Sage accounting software to process transactions, review data, and support day-to-day accounting functions.• At least 3 years of accounting experience in a senior or progressively responsible accounting role.
• Demonstrated experience handling month-end close responsibilities in a deadline-driven environment.
• Strong working knowledge of general ledger accounting, journal entries, and financial reconciliations.
• Hands-on experience preparing account reconciliations and bank reconciliations with a high level of accuracy.
• Proficiency with Sage accounting software.
• Solid analytical skills with the ability to identify issues and resolve accounting discrepancies efficiently.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities independently.