We are looking for an experienced Sr. Accountant to join a social services organization in Raleigh, North Carolina in a Contract to Permanent capacity. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented finance specialist who brings strong technical accounting knowledge and a hands-on approach to maintaining accurate financial records. The selected candidate will support core accounting operations, help ensure timely close activities, and contribute to reliable reporting across the organization.
Responsibilities:
• Lead monthly close activities by preparing and reviewing financial records to ensure reporting is completed accurately and on schedule.
• Record and post journal entries that reflect routine and adjusting accounting activity across multiple accounts.
• Maintain the general ledger by monitoring account activity, researching discrepancies, and ensuring proper classification of transactions.
• Perform detailed reconciliations for bank accounts and balance sheet accounts to confirm completeness and accuracy.
• Investigate variances and resolve outstanding items by working closely with internal stakeholders and supporting documentation.
• Assist with financial reporting needs by organizing account analysis and preparing schedules for management review.
• Strengthen day-to-day accounting processes through consistent documentation, follow-up, and adherence to internal controls.• Prior experience in a Senior Accountant or similar accounting role with ownership of month-end close responsibilities.
• Strong working knowledge of general ledger accounting, journal entry preparation, and account reconciliation practices.
• Experience completing bank reconciliations and identifying discrepancies in a timely manner.
• Ability to analyze financial data with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Proficiency with accounting systems and spreadsheet tools used for reporting and reconciliations.
• Strong organizational and communication skills with the ability to manage deadlines in a fast-paced environment.