Senior Staff Accountant
# Senior Staff Accountant **Lightheart Sanders and Associates** · Remote · `Remote` 🕒 **Статус:** *Опубликовано: 4 дня назад* · *Источник: Indeed* --- ### About the Role Senior Staff AccountantJob Summary We are seeking an experienced and motivated Senior Staff Accountant to join our team. This position will work closely with clients and accounting staff to oversee financial reporting, answer accounting questions, analyze financial information, and assist with special projects. This role is ideal for someone who has a strong accounting foundation but also enjoys working directly with business owners, solving problems, and helping clients better understand their financial position. Responsibilities Review financial statements and accounting records for accuracy and completeness. Prepare and review journal entries, account reconciliations, and month-end closing work. Meet directly with clients to review financial results, discuss questions, and help identify areas that need attention. Explain financial information in a clear and practical way to business owners and managers. Assist clients with budgeting, cash flow planning, forecasting, and financial analysis. Work with accounting staff to answer questions regarding transaction coding, journal entries, reconciliations, and other accounting issues. Review staff work and provide guidance when unusual or more complex accounting situations arise. Identify errors, inconsistencies, or areas needing additional research and work with the appropriate team member to resolve them. Assist with special projects such as compensation analysis, payroll analysis, budgeting, profitability reviews, and other management reporting. Assist with retirement plan and 401(k) audit requests, financial audits, and preparation of supporting documentation. Assist with year-end accounting and coordinate with tax and audit teams as needed. Research accounting issues and help determine appropriate treatment for unusual transactions. Develop and improve accounting processes, reports, and internal procedures when needed. Maintain organized documentation and protect confidential client information. Manage multiple client deadlines and communicate proactively regarding questions, delays, or outstanding information. Qualifications Previous accounting experience with a strong understanding of general ledger accounting and financial statements. Experience preparing and reviewing account reconciliations and journal entries. Strong understanding of debits, credits, accrual accounting, and month-end closing procedures. Experience with QuickBooks Online. Strong Microsoft Excel skills. Comfortable analyzing financial information and identifying unusual trends or discrepancies. Ability to communicate confidently and professionally with clients. Ability to explain accounting and financial information to individuals without an accounting background. Comfortable providing guidance and answering accounting questions from other staff members. Strong problem-solving and research skills. Ability to work independently, prioritize multiple responsibilities, and meet deadlines. High level of attention to detail and commitment to accuracy. Experience with payroll, budgeting, financial analysis, audits, or management reporting is a plus. Ideal Candidate The ideal candidate is someone who can look beyond simply recording transactions and understand what the financial information means . They should be comfortable moving between detailed accounting work, client conversations, staff questions, and higher-level financial projects. We are looking for someone who takes ownership of their work, communicates proactively, enjoys solving problems, and wants to continue developing their accounting and advisory skills within a growing firm. Pay: $40,000.00 - $48,000.00 per year Benefits: 401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Work from home Work Location: Remote
Наблюдалась 2026-09-20, впервые 2026-09-16, найдена на 2 площадках, источник — Indeed.