Description

The Senior Accountant plays a key role in ensuring the integrity, accuracy, and timeliness of financial data across multiple entities. This position is responsible for maintaining financial records, supporting financial reporting, performing complex reconciliations, and contributing to the overall success of the accounting function. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting expertise, analytical skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.

Key Responsibilities

Provide timely and accurate accounting support across multiple entities, contributing to financial statement preparation and reporting
Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable processes, including vendor payments and transaction documentation
Prepare and review journal entries, account reconciliations, and general ledger activity
Perform routine and complex reconciliations of balance sheet and income statement accounts, including cash, debt, revenue, and expense accounts
Manage fixed asset accounting activities, including capital projects, depreciation, and asset tracking
Execute month-end close procedures and support financial statement reviews and audits
Prepare financial reports, analyses, and other accounting-related reporting as needed
Maintain data accuracy across ERP systems and financial reporting platforms
Investigate and resolve accounting discrepancies and complex financial issues
Support accounting activities related to entity integrations, acquisitions, and high-volume transactions
Assist with the development and improvement of internal controls, policies, and accounting procedures
Serve as a technical accounting resource and provide guidance on GAAP-related matters

Requirements

**Must be located within commutable distance to Columbia, MO**

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field preferred
3+ years of progressive accounting experience; public accounting experience preferred
CPA designation preferred
Strong understanding of GAAP and financial reporting principles
Experience with general ledger accounting, reconciliations, and month-end close processes
Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines independently
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Experience working with multiple entities, acquisitions, or complex accounting environments is a plus

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