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Accountant -Senior
Duration: 6 Months
Location: Atlanta, GA
Key Skills : Governmental accounting, financial analysis, reconciliations, ERP systems, Oracle, Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, formulas, data management), Attention to Detail.
Position Summary : We are seeking a highly skilled and self‑motivated Accountant with experience in governmental accounting and public accounting. This position requires strong technical expertise, particularly in managing complex reconciliations, preparing and reviewing journal entries, and conducting detailed financial analysis. The ideal candidate thrives with minimal supervision, demonstrates exceptional problem‑solving abilities, and has a proven track record of analyzing and resolving financial issues independently.
Key Responsibilities
Perform and review complex account reconciliations, ensuring accuracy and compliance with accounting standards.
Prepare and review journal entries, maintaining accuracy and timeliness.
Conduct financial analyses to identify variances, trends, and potential issues, providing actionable recommendations.
Work independently to identify, analyze, and resolve accounting discrepancies or irregularities with minimal guidance.
Assist with the preparation of financial reports, ensuring compliance with governmental accounting standards (e.g., GASB).
Support internal and external audits by preparing schedules, reconciling accounts, and addressing auditor inquiries.
Qualifications Education: Bachelor s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required;
Experience
8+ years of relevant accounting experience
Experience in governmental accounting is highly desired
Experience in public accounting roles is highly desired
Demonstrated expertise in complex reconciliations, journal entries, and financial analysis
Skills
Advanced knowledge of governmental accounting standards (e.g., GASB)
Experience in accounting for grants, fixed assets, cash management, revenue recognition, accounts payable, payroll, or other relevant areas
Direct experience working in large ERP environments and accounting systems, Oracle experience is highly desired
Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel including extensive use of Pivot Tables, formulas, data collections, and management
Exceptional analytical, organizational, and problem‑solving skills
Strong attention to detail with the ability to ensure accuracy and completeness in all financial processes and reporting
Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines
Seniority Level Mid‑Senior level
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Accounting/Auditing and Finance
Industries Software Development
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Key Skills : Governmental accounting, financial analysis, reconciliations, ERP systems, Oracle, Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, formulas, data management), Attention to Detail.
Position Summary : We are seeking a highly skilled and self‑motivated Accountant with experience in governmental accounting and public accounting. This position requires strong technical expertise, particularly in managing complex reconciliations, preparing and reviewing journal entries, and conducting detailed financial analysis. The ideal candidate thrives with minimal supervision, demonstrates exceptional problem‑solving abilities, and has a proven track record of analyzing and resolving financial issues independently.
Key Responsibilities
Perform and review complex account reconciliations, ensuring accuracy and compliance with accounting standards.
Prepare and review journal entries, maintaining accuracy and timeliness.
Conduct financial analyses to identify variances, trends, and potential issues, providing actionable recommendations.
Work independently to identify, analyze, and resolve accounting discrepancies or irregularities with minimal guidance.
Assist with the preparation of financial reports, ensuring compliance with governmental accounting standards (e.g., GASB).
Support internal and external audits by preparing schedules, reconciling accounts, and addressing auditor inquiries.
Qualifications Education: Bachelor s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required;
Experience
8+ years of relevant accounting experience
Experience in governmental accounting is highly desired
Experience in public accounting roles is highly desired
Demonstrated expertise in complex reconciliations, journal entries, and financial analysis
Skills
Advanced knowledge of governmental accounting standards (e.g., GASB)
Experience in accounting for grants, fixed assets, cash management, revenue recognition, accounts payable, payroll, or other relevant areas
Direct experience working in large ERP environments and accounting systems, Oracle experience is highly desired
Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel including extensive use of Pivot Tables, formulas, data collections, and management
Exceptional analytical, organizational, and problem‑solving skills
Strong attention to detail with the ability to ensure accuracy and completeness in all financial processes and reporting
Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines
Seniority Level Mid‑Senior level
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Accounting/Auditing and Finance
Industries Software Development
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