Position Summary:
The Senior Operations Accountant is responsible for complex general ledger reconciliation and analysis across multiple legal entities. This role focuses heavily on balance sheet account reconciliation, particularly for bank accounts and payroll tax and benefit liability accounts using multiple systems. It requires cross-functional work with other departments to research variances and reconcile accounts. Success in this position requires strong attention to detail, robust system and Excel skills, and a thorough understanding of accounting principles related to assets, liabilities and intercompany financial transactions.
Essential Job Functions:
- Perform detailed reconciliation of payroll tax liability accounts using reports from the Master Tax system.
- Reconcile benefit liability accounts across multiple legal entities utilizing internal payroll processing reports.
- Perform detailed reconciliation of multiple bank accounts.
- Investigate and resolve discrepancies across systems, collaborating with cross functional teams as needed.
- Assist with quarterly and year-end close processes, including audit preparation and support.
- Review and enter financial data such as accruals, deferrals, and reclassifications.
- Research and troubleshoot system integration issues between payroll system and Great Plains.
- Research variances in multiple systems and collaborate with other departments.
- Prepare special reports and analysis as requested by management.
- Heavy use of Excel, including Pivot Tables and V-lookup.
- Use independent discretion and judgment to develop and implement improved procedures.
Knowledge Skills & Abilities:
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting required.
- Minimum 3+ years’ experience in a Staff or Senior Accountant role.
- Accuracy and high attention to detail.
- Working knowledge of GAAP and financial and accounting practices.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office including Excel, Word, Exchange.
- Advanced Excel skills including V-lookups and Pivot Tables.
- Knowledge of payroll tax and payroll industry a plus.
- Experience with a batch Accounting software such as Microsoft Dynamics, Oracle, Sage etc.
- Ability to work independently and cross-functionally in a fast-paced environment.
