senior accountant

Education

• Bachelor's degree

Work setting

• Private sector

Tasks

• Manage balance sheets and profit / loss statements
• Plan, set up and administer accounting systems
• Ensure accuracy and compliance to accounting standards, procedures and internal control
• Prepare reports and audit findings
• Make recommendations concerning cash management, insurance coverage, investment planning, retirement and estate planning
• Prepare financial statements and reports
• Recommend improvements to accounting systems and management practices
• Develop and maintain cost findings, reporting and internal control procedure
• Prepare income tax returns from accounting records
• Analyze financial documents and reports
• Examine accounting records
• Provide financial, business and tax advice
• Assist in the planning and execution of financial statement audits
• Variance analysis
• Keep financial records and establish, maintain and balance various accounts using manual and computerized bookkeeping systems
• Oversee payroll administration

Computer and technology knowledge

• Automatic data processing (ADP)
• Accounting software
• ACCPAC
• SAP (FI / CO / HR / MM / OT SD)
• Quick Books
• Internet
• MS Excel
• MS Windows

Area of specialization

• Financial planning
• Financial examination
• Accounting

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Work under pressure
• Attention to detail

Own tools / equipment

• Computer
• Printer

Personal suitability

• Accurate
• Client focus
• Dependability
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent written communication
• Flexibility
• Judgement

Experience

• 5 years or more

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Health care plan