We are looking for an experienced Senior Accountant to support core accounting operations for a Long-term Contract position based in Maryland. This role is ideal for an experienced individual who can manage day-to-day financial activities, keep reporting on schedule, and contribute to accurate month-end and year-end close processes. The position requires strong communication skills, adaptability, and hands-on experience with QuickBooks in an in-office environment five days per week.
Responsibilities:
- Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable activities to ensure timely processing, accurate recording, and proper follow-up on outstanding items.
- Reconcile bank accounts and key balance sheet accounts each month, including cash, receivables, fixed assets, investments, payables, revenue, and expense-related balances.
- Prepare journal entries during the monthly close and maintain supporting schedules for balance sheet and income statement accounts.
- Review general ledger activity, analyze cash movement, and compare budgeted spending against actual results to identify variances.
- Produce financial statements and related reports for month-end, quarter-end, and year-end deadlines with a high level of accuracy.
- Support budgeting activities, assist with audit preparation, and compile schedules needed for tax-related filings and compliance.
- Maintain organized accounting records in QuickBooks and help improve the consistency and reliability of financial data.
- Take on special projects and additional accounting tasks as business needs evolve.
- Experience working as a Senior Accountant or in a closely related accounting role.
- Strong working knowledge of accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger activity, and journal entry preparation.
- Demonstrated ability to complete bank reconciliations and maintain accurate account reconciliations across multiple balance sheet areas.
- Experience preparing financial reports and supporting month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close activities.
- Familiarity with sales tax processes, audit support, and budget-to-actual financial analysis.
- Proficiency with QuickBooks and confidence working within accounting systems on a daily basis.
- Excellent attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and the ability to manage shifting priorities effectively.
- Clear written and verbal communication skills with the ability to collaborate in a fully in-office setting.