SENIOR ACCOUNTANT (Permanent)

Our client, a family-owned business in WNY, is looking to hire a Senior Accountant to join their team. This is the only in-house accountant, and the role has great growth potential. The position reports directly to the owner.

Responsibilities:

Perform daily accounting responsibilities to ensure smooth financial operations of the company
Ensure all financial statements are prepared in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP)
Prepare journal entries, manage general ledger, and perform reconciliations to ensure financial integrity
Generate financial, sales, and operation reports to be presented to leadership team
Prepare/file multi-state tax returns—assist with Canadian entities as necessary
Ensure property tax payments and insurance renewals are completed in a timely manner
Perform manual bank reconciliations
Provide addition support answering phones & at the counter, providing exceptional customer service during peak periods (March – June)
Assist with hiring and mentoring office personnel & clerical team
Complete special projects as assigned
Other duties as assigned/as necessary

Details:

Position is full-time, direct hire
100% in-office, Monday thru Friday 8:00am-5:00pm EST
Business casual attire required
Occasional evening/weekend monitoring due to industry necessity
$70,000 - $80,000 annually depending on experience, plus holiday bonus
100% employer paid individual health insurance, generous vacation (payout option for unused time)
2-5 years’ experience in Accounting
Bachelors degree in Accounting, Finance, or related
Strong understanding of GAAP
Excellent computer skills, experience with ERP systems preferred
Great interpersonal and communication skills (written and verbal)
Strong organization skills and time management skills
Strong attention to detail
Self-motivated, driven, energetic, great personality and communication skills
Relocation not available
Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States; Visa sponsorship is not available
All employees and applicants, please know that you have access at all times to New York State and Federal Labor Laws and Posters at the Government Agency websites: https://dol.ny.gov/posting-requirements-0; https://www.dol.gov/general/topics/posters#workplace-posters

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