Sr. Accountant

We are looking for an experienced Sr. Accountant to oversee operating fund accounting activities and deliver accurate, timely financial reporting in Honolulu, Hawaii. This role plays a key part in month-end and year-end close, budget analysis, payroll processing, cash management, and regulatory compliance while partnering with teams across the organization. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting expertise, sound judgment, and a process-minded approach that supports operational excellence within the finance function. Due to onsite requirements, preference will be given to Hawaii residents. Interested applicants are encouraged to apply by calling Melissa at 808.452.0254.

Responsibilities:

• Maintain the operating fund’s accounting records and ensure financial activity is recorded completely, accurately, and within established deadlines.
• Lead monthly and annual close activities, including preparing and reviewing journal entries, reconciling general ledger accounts, and analyzing financial results.
• Produce financial reporting for cost centers, leadership reviews, board-level presentations, and other internal or external reporting needs.
• Support budget planning efforts by helping develop operating budgets and preparing variance analyses that highlight performance trends and key drivers.
• Monitor cash balances and coordinate fund movements to support daily operations and investment activity in accordance with internal policies.
• Process semi-monthly payroll, record payroll-related entries, reconcile payroll accounts, and oversee required tax payments and year-end payroll reporting.
• Prepare recurring tax and regulatory filings, along with schedules needed for annual audits and informational returns.
• Manage corporate card and travel-related account activity, ensuring expenses are reviewed and recorded accurately and on time.
• Strengthen internal controls, identify workflow improvements, and contribute to finance projects that improve efficiency and accountability.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Demonstrated experience in senior-level accounting with responsibility for general ledger activity, reconciliations, and financial reporting.
• Strong knowledge of month-end close, journal entries, balance sheet reconciliations, and bank account reconciliation.
• Hands-on experience processing payroll for an employee population of approximately 100 to 500 employees.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and familiarity with ERP or accounting platforms such as NetSuite, Oracle, or SAP.
• Working knowledge of tax filings, audit support, and regulatory reporting requirements.
• Ability to analyze financial data, manage multiple deadlines, and communicate effectively with cross-functional stakeholders.