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Robert Half Sr. Accountant in Durham, North Carolina
Description
Robert Half is on the lookout for a Sr. Accountant to join our client's team in Durham, North Carolina. In this role, you will be primarily handling Accounts Receivable and General Ledger management, along with responsibilities in financial reporting and compliance with accounting standards. Your role will be instrumental in driving efficiencies in AR workflows and GL-related operations.
Responsibilities:
• Establish efficient processes for credit evaluations and streamline internal controls
• Oversee the end-to-end AR process, from invoicing to collections, payment application, and credit analysis
• Work collaboratively with sales and customer service teams to quickly resolve payment discrepancies and disputes
• Perform account reconciliations, ensuring all transactions are posted correctly in alignment with GAAP
• Prepare and post journal entries linked to accruals, prepaids, intercompany transactions, and revenue recognition
• Assist in the financial close processes on a monthly, quarterly, and annual basis
• Maintain accurate records for assigned balance sheet accounts and perform reconciliations
• Support external audits by preparing schedules, answering inquiries, and maintaining supporting documentation
• Analyze existing workflows and identify inefficiencies or gaps in processes, proposing innovative solutions
• Automate manual accounting tasks where possible, leveraging ERP and accounting software to enhance productivity
• Provide leadership and recommendations for system upgrades, new applications, and accounting best practices
• Investigate and resolve complex discrepancies and data issues with minimal supervision.
Requirements • Applicants must possess a minimum of 3 years of experience in an accounting role.
• Proficiency in Account Reconciliation is required.
• Experience with Balance Sheet Reconciliation is necessary.
• Familiarity with Bank Reconciliations is essential.
• Candidates should have a solid understanding of General Ledger management.
• Capability to handle Journal Entries is a must.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel is necessary.
• Candidates should have experience in managing Month End Close.
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