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Core Competencies
Role fitCore Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in accrual-based accounting, financial statement preparation, and compliance with U.S. GAAP. Proven ability to manage accounting operations, streamline processes, and support financial transitions effectively.
Highest-signal resume keywords
Accrual-Based AccountingU.S. GAAP ComplianceMonth-End Close ProcessesFinancial Statement PreparationAccounting Software Experience
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Hard Skills
BookkeepingJournal EntriesAccount ReconciliationsGeneral Ledger MaintenanceProfit and Loss Statement AnalysisBalance Sheet PreparationCash Flow Statement AnalysisFinancial PlanningPro Forma Financial AnalysisCommission Accounting
Soft Skills
Analytical SkillsOrganizational SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsWritten Communication SkillsVerbal Communication Skills
Tools & Technologies
ExcelGoogle SheetsQuickBooksNetSuiteXero
Industry Keywords
Accounting OperationsFinancial ReportingInternal ControlsMergers and AcquisitionsBusiness Transitions
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Manage day-to-day accounting operations, including accrual-based bookkeeping, journal entries, account reconciliations, and general ledger maintenance
- Own and support month-end and quarter-end close processes
- Prepare and post journal entries for intercompany and subsidiary transactions
- Perform monthly bank reconciliations and maintain accurate financial records across multiple entities
- Manage accounting activities related to commissions, expenses, accruals, and other operational transactions
- Prepare, analyze, and reconcile profit and loss statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements
- Maintain compliance with U.S. GAAP and support effective internal accounting controls
- Support accounting integration and financial transitions related to mergers and acquisitions
- Identify opportunities to streamline close processes, improve efficiency, and strengthen financial reporting
- Partner with finance, credit risk, and internal leadership teams
- Assist with pro forma financial analysis, financial planning, and ad hoc accounting projects
- Take ownership of accounting processes and ensure continuity during business transitions
Requirements
What you’ll need- 2+ years of relevant accounting experience; candidates with more extensive experience will be considered for the Senior Accountant level
- Strong hands-on experience with accrual-based accounting and bookkeeping is required
- Solid understanding of U.S. GAAP, general ledger accounting, and financial statement preparation
- Experience with month-end close, journal entries, bank reconciliations, and account reconciliations
- Ability to understand and interpret P&L statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements
- Strong Excel or Google Sheets skills
- Experience with accounting software such as QuickBooks, NetSuite, Xero, or similar platforms
- Experience managing accounting operations independently or taking ownership of multiple accounting functions
- Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Preferred: Experience working with multiple entities or subsidiaries
- Preferred: Background in small or medium-sized businesses, startups, or public accounting
- Preferred: Experience supporting M&A transactions, accounting integrations, or business transitions
- Preferred: Experience with commission accounting, internal controls, and accounting process improvements
- Preferred: Demonstrated ability to improve or accelerate month-end close processes
Benefits
Comp & perks- Employees can work remotely
