Sr. Accountant

We are looking for an experienced Sr. Accountant to support core accounting operations for a long-term contract opportunity in Heber, Utah. This role will focus on maintaining accurate financial records, overseeing close activities, and ensuring account balances are properly reconciled. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting knowledge, works comfortably with detailed financial data, and can help keep reporting processes timely and reliable.

Responsibilities:
• Lead monthly close activities by preparing schedules, reviewing balances, and helping ensure deadlines are met.
• Record and post journal entries with a high degree of accuracy to support complete and reliable financial statements.
• Maintain the general ledger by monitoring account activity and resolving discrepancies in a timely manner.
• Perform detailed account reconciliations and investigate variances to confirm the accuracy of reported balances.
• Complete bank reconciliations regularly and follow up on outstanding items to keep cash records current.
• Support financial reporting by organizing accounting data and preparing documentation for internal review.
• Apply governmental accounting practices where needed to align records with applicable standards and reporting expectations.

Qualifications:

• Proven experience in a senior-level accounting role with responsibility for core month-end activities.
• Strong working knowledge of general ledger management, journal entry preparation, and account reconciliation.
• Hands-on experience completing bank reconciliations and researching exceptions independently.
• Familiarity with governmental accounting principles and related financial reporting practices.
• Ability to analyze financial data carefully and identify errors, inconsistencies, or unusual trends.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage deadlines in a fast-paced accounting environment.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills to collaborate effectively with finance and operational teams.

Compensation

$33.25-$38.50 Hourly

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