Sr. Accountant

We are looking for an experienced Sr. Accountant to support core accounting operations for a long-term contract opportunity in Utah. This role is ideal for someone who is highly organized and accurate, and who can manage complex financial activities, maintain accurate records, and contribute to a smooth month-end close process. The right candidate brings strong technical accounting knowledge, sound judgment, and the ability to resolve issues efficiently in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities:

• Lead monthly close activities by preparing schedules, reviewing balances, and helping ensure timely completion of all required accounting tasks.
• Maintain the integrity of the general ledger through accurate recording, analysis, and follow-up on financial transactions.
• Prepare and post journal entries with appropriate supporting documentation and a high degree of accuracy.
• Perform detailed reconciliations for balance sheet accounts and investigate discrepancies to resolution.
• Review and reconcile bank activity, ensuring cash records align with internal financial data and external statements.
• Analyze accounting issues, identify root causes, and recommend practical solutions to improve accuracy and efficiency.
• Support accounting processes that may involve system-related updates or changes while helping preserve data consistency and reporting reliability.
• At least 3 years of accounting experience in a senior accountant, staff accountant, or similar role.
• Hands-on experience managing month-end close responsibilities in a detail-oriented accounting environment.
• Strong knowledge of general ledger accounting and financial record maintenance.
• Proven ability to prepare journal entries and complete account reconciliations accurately.
• Experience handling bank reconciliations and researching variances independently.
• Solid problem-solving skills with the ability to identify issues and take corrective action.
• Comfortable using accounting systems and other digital tools to support daily financial operations.