Senior Staff Accountant

Job Overview – Senior Staff Accountant

Compensation: $90,000 – $100,000/year + bonus

Location: Philadelphia, PA

Schedule: Monday to Friday (Hybrid)

Atlantic Group is hiring a Senior Staff Accountant in Philadelphia, PA for our client, supporting general accounting, financial reporting, and accounting operations within a corporate environment. This role will manage month-end close activities, account reconciliations, and general ledger transactions while collaborating with internal teams and external stakeholders.

The ideal candidate brings strong corporate accounting experience, a solid understanding of GAAP, and the ability to work effectively in a growing organization.

Responsibilities as the Senior Staff Accountant:

• General Accounting:

Maintain general ledger accounts, prepare journal entries, and ensure accurate recording of financial transactions.

• Month-End Close:

Support monthly, quarterly, and annual closing processes, including account reconciliations and financial adjustments.

• Financial Reporting:

Prepare financial statements, supporting schedules, and management reports in accordance with GAAP.

• Account Reconciliations:

Reconcile balance sheet accounts, investigate discrepancies, and maintain accurate financial records.

• Accounting Operations:

Support daily accounting activities, internal controls, and financial processes across business operations.

• Cross-Functional Collaboration:

Coordinate with internal departments and external stakeholders to resolve accounting inquiries and support financial reporting requirements.

Qualifications for the Senior Staff Accountant:

• Education:

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field is required.

• Experience:

Minimum of 3+ years of accounting experience in a corporate environment or a combination of public and corporate accounting is required.

• Industry Knowledge:

Strong understanding of GAAP, general ledger accounting, financial reporting, and month-end close processes is required, with experience in a mid-sized or large organization preferred.

• Technical Skills:

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and enterprise accounting or ERP systems is required.

• Skills & Attributes:

Strong analytical, organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills with excellent attention to detail and the ability to collaborate effectively with internal and external stakeholders are required.

Application Notice

Qualified candidates will be contacted within 2 business days of application. If an applicant does not meet the above criteria, Atlantic Group will keep your resume on file for future opportunities and may contact you for further discussion.

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