Senior Accountant Job Description Template
The Senior Accountant will play a vital role in the financial planning and analysis of our company. They will be responsible for preparing financial statements, overseeing budgeting and forecasting, performing ad-hoc analysis, and assisting with special projects. The Senior Accountant must have excellent communication skills to interface with various departments within the company. They should be highly analytical with the ability to think strategically and provide creative solutions to complex problems. The ideal candidate will have 4-6 years of accounting experience with a CPA or MBA preferred.
Senior Accountant Job Responsibilities
- Overseeing the preparation of financial statements and tax returns
- Managing the budgeting and forecasting process
- Analyzing financial data and providing recommendations to management
- Coordinating audits and assisting with regulatory compliance
- Reviewing accounting policies and procedures
- Supervising junior accountants
Objectives
- To manage and oversee all aspects of the accounting department
- To produce accurate financial reports in a timely manner
- To maintain strong internal controls and compliance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP)
- To develop and implement efficient and effective accounting policies and procedures
- To manage the company's budgeting and forecasting process
- To provide leadership and direction to accounting staff
Senior Accountant Job Skills & Qualifications Needed
- The skills and qualifications needed for the role of senior accountant include:
- A bachelor's degree in accounting or a related field
- A minimum of 5 years experience working in accounting or a related field
- Proficiency in QuickBooks, Microsoft Excel, and other accounting software programs
- Excellent analytical and problem solving skills
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills