Sr. Accountant

We are looking for an experienced Sr. Accountant to support accurate financial reporting and strong fiscal controls for a government-focused organization in Charleston, South Carolina. This role plays a key part in maintaining the integrity of the general ledger, preparing timely financial records, and ensuring reconciliations are completed with precision. The ideal candidate brings strong accounting judgment, attention to detail, and the ability to manage recurring close activities in a structured environment.

Responsibilities:

• Lead monthly close activities by preparing schedules, reviewing financial activity, and helping ensure reporting deadlines are met.
• Maintain the general ledger by recording and validating financial transactions in alignment with accounting policies and government-related standards.
• Prepare and post journal entries with supporting documentation to ensure completeness and accuracy of financial records.
• Perform detailed reconciliations for balance sheet accounts and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner.
• Complete bank reconciliations regularly, investigate variances, and coordinate corrections when needed.
• Support grant-related accounting by tracking restricted funding, monitoring expenditures, and assisting with compliance reporting.
• Review account activity for unusual items, identify issues affecting financial accuracy, and recommend corrective action.
• Assist with audits and internal reviews by organizing documentation and responding to financial information requests.

For more information please contact jerome.johnson@roberthalf com

• Strong detail-focused experience in senior-level accounting roles with responsibility for close and reconciliation processes.
• Demonstrated knowledge of month-end close procedures, general ledger management, and journal entry preparation.
• Hands-on experience performing account reconciliations and bank reconciliations with a high degree of accuracy.
• Familiarity with grant accounting and the financial tracking requirements tied to regulated funding.
• Solid understanding of accounting principles, financial controls, and reporting practices.
• Advanced attention to detail with the ability to analyze transactions and resolve discrepancies efficiently.
• Strong organizational and communication skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines in a structured environment.