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The Senior Financial Accountant will oversee the company's financial reporting, compliance, and operational finance activities, ensuring accurate and timely financial information to support strategic ...

The Senior Financial Accountant will oversee the company's financial reporting, compliance, and operational finance activities, ensuring accurate and timely financial information to support strategic ...

Sr. Financial Accountant

Rogers, AR · On-site

$62K - $77K/yr

Why this role matters As a Senior Accountant , you'll help ensure our financial reporting is accurate, complete, and compliant--supporting clear decision-making across the business. You'll prepare ...

Haile Gold Mine, Inc. (Kershaw, SC) Senior Financial Accountant DUTIES: Work with various operational departments to develop and manage the annual capital budget, ensuring alignment with the company ...

Haile Gold Mine, Inc. (Kershaw, SC) Senior Financial Accountant DUTIES: Work with various operational departments to develop and manage the annual capital budget, ensuring alignment with the company ...

The Senior Financial Accountant will play a key role within the finance team, supporting the financial reporting and control environment of the group. The role will have primary responsibility for ...

Overview The Senior Financial Accountant plays a critical financial role by bridging the gap between field operations and corporate financial reporting. In this role, you will master the operational ...

Senior Financial Accountant

Newtown, PA · On-site

$125K - $135K/yr

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How much do senior financial accountant jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 17, 2026, the average yearly pay for senior financial accountant in the United States is $85,805.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $74,500.00 and $96,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a senior financial accountant?

Senior Financial Accountants are experienced professionals responsible for managing and overseeing an organization’s financial reporting, accounting processes, and compliance with regulations. They prepare financial statements, analyze financial data, and help ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial records. In addition to technical accounting duties, they often supervise junior accountants and collaborate with management to support strategic decision-making. Senior Financial Accountants typically have advanced knowledge of accounting standards and may hold professional certifications such as CPA or ACCA.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a senior financial accountant?

To thrive as a Senior Financial Accountant, you need advanced knowledge of accounting principles, financial reporting, and regulatory compliance, typically supported by a degree in accounting or finance and a CPA or equivalent certification. Expertise with ERP systems, financial modeling tools, and spreadsheet software like Microsoft Excel is commonly required. Strong analytical thinking, attention to detail, and effective communication skills enable you to interpret data accurately and collaborate with cross-functional teams. These skills are critical for ensuring accurate financial statements, informed business decisions, and adherence to regulatory standards.

What are some common challenges faced by senior financial accountants when managing month-end and year-end closing processes?

Senior Financial Accountants often encounter challenges during month-end and year-end closing, such as tight deadlines, coordinating with multiple departments, and ensuring accuracy in financial statements. Balancing the need for thorough reconciliations with time constraints can be demanding, especially when unexpected discrepancies arise. Effective communication and strong organizational skills are crucial to manage these pressures, as is leveraging accounting software to streamline processes and minimize errors.

What is the difference between Senior Financial Accountant vs Financial Analyst?

AspectSenior Financial AccountantFinancial Analyst
Primary RolePrepares financial statements, manages accounting records, ensures complianceAnalyzes financial data, forecasts, supports decision-making
Required CredentialsCPA or equivalent, accounting degreeFinance or accounting degree, often CFA or similar certifications
Work EnvironmentAccounting departments, finance teamsFinance departments, investment firms, corporate strategy teams
Industry UsageCommon in corporate accounting, auditing, financeCommon in investment banking, corporate finance, consulting

The Senior Financial Accountant focuses on maintaining accurate financial records and compliance, while the Financial Analyst primarily interprets financial data to support strategic decisions. Both roles require strong financial credentials and often work within the same industry sectors, but their core responsibilities differ significantly.

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Infographic showing various Senior Financial Accountant job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 84% Full Time, 13% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 88% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 8% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $85,805 per year, or $41.3 per hour.

Senior Financial Accountant - Tribal Government

AstroHire

Shelton, WA

$75K - $90K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 26 days ago


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This Senior Financial Accountant \- Tribal government is the lead position within the Tribe's Accounting Department. S\/he is actively involved in accounting functions, including accounts payable, payroll, and accounts receivable, as well as budgeting and audit functions. S\/he assists with the annual budget development process and the execution and ongoing monitoring of the budgets; assists with monthly and year\-end closing processes and the preparation of monthly and annual financial statements and reports. Performs accounting activities and reporting under generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) and other federal rules and regulations.<\/span>
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  1. Supervises, compiles, and analyzes financial information and bank statements to prepare journal entries for general ledger accounts, documents business transactions, and maintains an accurate payable function.<\/span>
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  2. Monitors all Tribal Bank Accounts for wire transfer activity, prepares journal entries for wire transfer activity to be posted to the general ledger.<\/span>
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  3. Assists in the budgetary variance analysis, keeps budgets updated, and assists departments in monitoring program budgets and activities. <\/span>
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  4. Analyzes financial information detailing assets, liabilities, and capital, and prepares balance sheet, profit and loss statement, and other reports to summarize and interpret current and projected company financial position for other managers.<\/span>
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  5. Provide fiscal information and assistance to Directors, Supervisors, and staff.<\/span>
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  6. Enters the approved budgets in the Budget Module of the Fund Accounting system.<\/span>
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  7. Assist and support the Grants and Contracts Specialist with financial reporting and preparing the Federal Form SF 425 to report grants' financial status.<\/span>
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  8. Assist in preparing the monthly grants and contracts receivable and deferred revenue schedule. <\/span>
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  9. Monitor accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll systems and related Procedures.<\/span>
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  10. Prepare reports and schedules to be used to prepare audited financial statements.<\/span>
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  11. Collects appropriate data and prepares federal, state, and local reports and tax returns.<\/span>
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  12. Maintain fixed assets and infrastructure accounting and inventory records.<\/span>
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  13. Review accounting functions and recommend best practices for operational workflow.<\/span>
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  14. Ensure compliance with all Minimum Internal Control Standards (MICS) and Tribal Internal Control Standards (TICS).<\/span>
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  15. Other duties as assigned.<\/span>
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    2. A bachelor's degree in accounting or finance. A Master of Business Administration (MBA), and certifications like CPA, CMA, or CFA can distinguish candidates.<\/span>
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    3. Strong communication, organizational, and collaborative skills in an active office environment.<\/span>
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    4. Highly proficient in all Microsoft Office applications (must be comfortable with advanced\-level applications in Excel and Access plus data query tools).<\/span>
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    5. Experience with Abila MIP Fund Accounting software is preferred.<\/span>
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