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Senior corporate accountant requirements can be divided into technical requirements and required soft skills. The lists below show the most common requirements included in senior corporate accountant job postings.
Sample senior corporate accountant requirements
  • Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field.
  • Minimum five years of corporate accounting experience.
  • Familiarity with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
  • Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Office.
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize work.
Sample required senior corporate accountant soft skills
  • Excellent problem solving and analytical skills.
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Able to work independently or in a team environment.
  • Highly organized and detail-oriented.

Senior corporate accountant job description example 1

Mattson senior corporate accountant job description

Mattson Resources has an amazing Sr. Accountant Direct Hire full-time opportunity for our client located in Anaheim, Ca.

They are a growing manufacturer company and looking to allow someone to grow with them and within the company.

This position will assist and help the accounting department including the CFO. The Senior Accountant will not only learn all general accounting tasks but will play a huge role in dealing with all things related to accounting.
Job Responsibilities

Handle general Ledger and Month End Closing Handle all financial reporting and analysis Cost Analysis and Inventory Reconciliation Handle taxes and property tax filing Assist and Handle with budgeting, payroll, reconciliation, etc.



Requirements and Skills


Bilingual in Mandarin is preferred Bachelor’ s Degree in Accounting or something similar. 3-5 years of Accounting experience Knowledge of Microsoft Office and the ability to learn other software' s such as any accounting software' s or EPR systems Good written and verbal communication skills Great organization and the ability to learn and handle tasks Strong problem-solving skills Ability to work independently with little supervision


Companies Amazing Benefits:


Company pays 100% of medical and dental benefits and matches 5% of 401k!
H1B transfers and sponsorship for the right employee if needed
PTO & Sick Time & Vacation
Long Term Disability
Frequent team lunches/snacks/team building, etc.
HSA & FSA

Salary:

$
65k - $75k + DOE annually with an 8-10% annual bonus.
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Senior corporate accountant job description example 2

Sonic Healthcare USA senior corporate accountant job description

  • Minimum three (3) years relevant experience required. Healthcare industry experience preferred. CPA candidates are encouraged. Applicant must have first-hand experience with all facets of accounting for fixed assets.

  • High degree of intelligence and the ability to analyze and comprehend new situations quickly.

  • Excellent mathematical aptitude.

  • Excellent organizational skills.

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

  • Excellent computer skills, especially with Excel and database applications.

  • A high degree of creativity and ability to think strategically.

  • Scheduled Weekly Hours:

    40

    Work Shift:

    Company:

    Sonic Healthcare USA, Inc

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    • Competitive wages

    • Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and AD&D, Short and Long Term Disability

    • 401k Savings Plan and Employer Match

    • Work-life balance, including Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays

    Sonic Healthcare USA is an equal opportunity employer that celebrates diversity and is committed to an inclusive workplace for all employees. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, age, national origin, disability, genetics, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

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    Senior corporate accountant job description example 3

    Addison Group senior corporate accountant job description

    Responsible to maintain general ledger and subsidiaries ledgers, prepare reconciliations and journal entries on a monthly, quarterly and yearly basis. Reconciliations includes and are not limited to: cash accounts, prepaid, accruals, notes receivables and payables, fixed assets, clearing accounts, income and expense accounts. Ensure account balances are accurate and accounting transactions are accounted for in accordance with General Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and company policies and procedures.

    Responsible for recording newly acquired assets (both tangible and intangible), tracking existing fixed assets, recording depreciation and amortization, and accounting for the acquisition and disposition of fixed assets.

    Responsible for preparing monthly adjusting journal entries including consolidation entries and intercompany reconciliations and supporting schedules

    Responsible for preparing monthly prepaid expense and accrual journal entries with the respective schedules.

    Responsible for balance sheet GL accounts reconciliations based on end of month close calendar timelines. Assist in external audits, compliance reporting and preparation of financial statements and supporting schedules on a monthly, quarterly and yearly basis.

    Analysis of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements. Analyze financial statements variances for discrepancies and other issues that should be brought to the supervisor attention.

    Ensure financial information has been recorded accurately. Spot errors & trends to suggest ways to improve efficiency.

    Responsible to maintain and update rent income/ rent expense GAAP straight-line schedules. Assist in implementation of new lease standard ASC 842

    Responsible to maintain and update roll forward schedules (e.g. notes payable, fixed assets, retained earnings, etc.) by the specified month, quarter end and yearend deadlines.

    Review and recommend modifications to accounting systems and procedures to improve efficiency and effectiveness. Prepare and update documentation related to internal controls, business processes and accounting policies & procedures.

    Review the agreements/contracts and account for rebranding and upfront incentives and prepare amortization schedule.

    Participate in training to improve the knowledge on the accounting software or any industry/accounting specific topics.
    Provide training to new hires in specific tasks related to the position. Responsible of analyzing, reconciling and reporting of findings for specific assign projects. Expected to provide support and/or coverage for a teammate who is on vacation/sick/leaves for a period of time as needed. Protects organization's value by keeping information confidential. Other corporate accounting duties as assigned.
    SKILLS AND ABILITIES
    Solid understanding of General Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) Work independently or as a team member taking ownership of the assigned tasks Ability to multi-task in a deadline driven environment Effective verbal, listening and written communication skills Excellent analytical, problem solving and decision making skills High degree of accuracy and attention to detail Effective organizational and time management skills Demonstrates a sense of urgency and ability to meet deadlines
    COMPUTER SKILLS
    Advanced MS Excel skills including VLOOKUP’s and pivot tables Proficiency in word and PowerPoint
    QUALIFICATIONS
    Bachelor’s degree in Accounting (required) 3-5 years of corporate accounting and financial reporting experience.
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    Updated March 14, 2024

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