Senior Accountant

We are seeking a detail-oriented Senior Accountant to support lease accounting operations and financial reporting activities. This role is responsible for month-end close processes, account reconciliations, audit support, and maintaining compliance with accounting standards and internal controls. The ideal candidate will have strong analytical skills, experience working in a fast-paced accounting environment, and the ability to collaborate effectively across multiple business functions. Apply now!

Work Model:

• Hybrid
• On-site 2-3 days per week

What You Will Do:

• Manage journal entries, accruals, reclassifications, and account adjustments with supporting documentation
• Coordinate monthly, quarterly, and annual close activities while meeting reporting deadlines
• Review income statement and balance sheet accounts, investigating variances and account discrepancies
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather information and ensure accurate financial reporting
• Evaluate account activity through trend analysis, variance reporting, and reconciliation processes
• Enhance accounting operations by identifying opportunities for process improvements and automation
• Maintain financial records, internal controls, and compliance with accounting standards, policies, and regulations
• Support audits, control testing, system implementations, special projects, and accounting research initiatives

What You Will Need to Be Successful:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field
• 3+ years of accounting or finance experience with general ledger accounting, journal entries, accruals, reconciliations, and month-end close activities
• Advanced Excel skills with experience analyzing large data sets and working within financial systems
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, organizational, and communication skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
• Knowledge of lease accounting concepts and U.S. GAAP and/or IFRS standards preferred
• Experience within leasing, banking, financial services, or equipment finance environments, along with exposure to SOX compliance, internal controls, process automation, and continuous improvement initiatives preferred

Benefits Overview:

• 401k
• Major health insurances  
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)  
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Interested and qualified candidates can contact Palmer Group at (515) 225-7000 or email afjobs@thepalmergroup.com.