Remote Senior Accountant

Jobgether

Posted about 18 hours ago

Full Time

, Illinois

Fully Remote

Smart Summary

The accountant will manage journal entries, month-end close processes, and account reconciliations to ensure financial accuracy. They will also perform variance analyses and support audit requests while maintaining internal controls.

Seeking a detail-oriented Staff Accountant with a Bachelor's degree in Accounting and 1+ years of experience. The role requires strong GAAP knowledge, proficiency in Excel, and excellent communication skills to handle journal entries, month-end close, and account reconciliations. Oracle experience is a plus.

Must Have Skills for ATS

Accounting

GAAP

Journal entry preparation

Month-end close

Account reconciliation

Financial statements

Revenue reporting

Variance analysis

Balance sheet reconciliation

Audit support

Internal controls

Excel

Oracle

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Job Description

This position is posted by Jobgether on behalf of a partner company. We are currently looking for a Staff Accountant - REMOTE. In this role, you will play a crucial part in ensuring the accuracy and quality of financial statements while adhering to GAAP standards. You will oversee key accounting functions such as journal entry preparation, month-end close processes, and account reconciliations. Engaging with cross-functional teams, you will contribute to the financial health of the organization. Your analytical skills will be essential in validating revenue reports and performing variance analyses to enhance decision-making. Join us for an opportunity that offers professional growth and a chance to make a tangible impact.

\nAccountabilities
  • Preparation and posting of standard/adjusting journal entries
  • Perform month-end close procedures and meet all deadlines
  • Review and analyze revenue reports for accuracy in accordance with GAAP
  • Interact with field personnel to ensure subsidiary ledger and financial statement accuracy
  • Conduct financial statement reviews including detailed variance analysis
  • Reconcile balance sheet accounts and investigate reconciling items
  • Assist with audit requests and interact with internal/external auditors
  • Ensure proper internal controls are maintained for corporate/field financial processes
  • Perform various high level ad-hoc analyses and complete special requests as assigned by management
  • Other duties as assigned
Requirements
  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field
  • 1+ years accounting experience required
  • Strong knowledge of GAAP and general accounting
  • Detail-oriented with excellent analytical skills
  • Proficient in Excel
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Adaptability to new business systems/applications
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Oracle experience preferred
Benefits
  • Remote work provides a flexible work/life balance
  • Comprehensive Retirement Package with company contributions
  • Tuition assistance through the Gift of Knowledge Program
  • Comprehensive health benefits starting on day 1
  • Generous Paid Time Off including holidays and volunteer days
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