Senior Accountant

About the Senior Accountant Role

The Senior Accountant is responsible for assisting with the day-to-day operations of the Business Office, assisting with preparing monthly financial statements and reports, and preparing related account analyses. The Senior Accountant will also continually assess and evaluate accounting processes and internal controls and collaborate with the Director of Finance and the rest of the team to identify and implement process improvement strategies. 

In this role, you will:

• Review and oversee the general accounting, clerical duties and booking of areas including accounts payable, accounts receivable, journal entries and file maintenance.
• Ensure timely payments and respond to questions and issues in conjunction with the Staff Accountant. 
• Prepare and review monthly workpapers for subsidiary ledgers and various general ledger accounts.
• Provide key internal control by performing monthly loan reconciliations and reviewing monthly bank  statement reconciliations. Identify, research and resolve issues. 
• Record and maintain fixed asset purchases and dispositions and depreciation expense. 
• Assist with the compilation and analysis of financial information and with the preparation of monthly financial reports to internal management.
• Assist with the compilation and analysis of year-end financial information in preparation of reporting to external parties and internal management.

To be successful in this role, you will bring with you:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance 
• 5-7 years of relevant experience in accounting or finance
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial close processes
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and proficiency in other Microsoft Office application
• Knowledge or Experience in Sage 100, Paylocity, Yooz, Embruse or similar is a plus
• Solid analytical skills; ability to effectively evaluate information and data to make decisions
• Strong work ethic and resolute integrity
• Ability to perform with accuracy and efficiency in a fast-paced environmen
• Excellent organizational skills and the ability to prioritize and multi-task
• Excellent written, verbal and follow-through skills
• Demonstrated ability to work in a team-based environment
• Ability to establish relationships and communicate effectively across all levels of an organization
• Takes initiative and works independently on routine as well as complex matters
• Excellent time-management skills and the ability to prioritize workload
• Results oriented and displays a commitment to exceeding internal customer expectations
• Familiarity working with confidential documents and data

About BST

BST & Co. CPAs, LLP is a multi-disciplinary accounting and business advisory firm headquartered in Latham, serving the needs of closely held companies, family-owned businesses, not-for-profit and governmental entities, and high-net worth individuals. BST offers a broad portfolio of accounting and auditing, tax, consulting, outsourced accounting, talent strategy and marketing services, as well as valuations, forensic accounting, and litigation support. The firm is recognized as one of the Top 300 Accounting Firms in the U.S.

Why choose BST:

· Diversity of our Expertise

· Communication is Open and Objective

· Professional Environment and Attitude is Fostered

· Advancement is Encouraged

· Ideas are Welcome

· Community Impact and Employee Engagement

· Named one of Albany’s Best Places to Work 2018-2024

· Hybrid and Flexible Work Model

Please visit our website to learn more about BST’s Talent Experience.

BST offers a competitive benefits package, base compensation, and an employee bonus program for eligible roles based on individual and firm performance per program guidelines. The salary range for this role takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to experience; prior relevant experience, skill sets, training; licensure and certifications; market data and other business and organizational needs. A reasonable estimate of the current salary range for this role can be found in the posting, and an actual offer can vary based upon the role, hiring location, and qualifications. At BST, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each individual case. BST offers a robust benefits package, including not but limited to medical, dental, vision, paid time off, a 401(k) plan with employee and company contribution opportunities, life and disability insurance, flexible work, development and tuition reimbursement.

For additional information on BST’s total rewards, visit our website at: www.bstco.com