Senior Accountant - US Accounting

Sikich is seeking a Senior Accountant with 5-7 years of Accounting experience. The ideal candidate must have experience as an accountant in private accounting.

About the firm

Sikichis a global company specializing in Accounting, Advisory, and Technical professional services. With employees across the globe, Sikich ranks as one of the largest professional services companies in the United States. Our comprehensive skillsets, obtained over decades of experience as entrepreneurs, business owners and industry innovators, allow us to provide insights and transformative strategies to help strengthen every dimension of our clients businesses.

Job Responsibilities

• Responsible for day-to-day accounting operations, such as process cash receipts and maintain A/R subledger, process cash disbursements and maintain A/P subledger, payroll processing through payroll provider and accounting software, and maintain the general ledger
• Prepare cash, credit card, and other asset and liability account reconciliations, and maintain support worksheets for each for month end and year end
• Prepare complete and accurate financial statements for month end and year end
• Work with more complex client financial infrastructures, including federal grants, restricted funds, and higher volume of activity
• Provide support in client budgeting process
• Prepare budgets, financial statement projections, and cash flow reports
• Prepare schedule for annual audits and tax returns
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  Guide and train lower lever staff on internal processes, accounting methods and software
• Perform other tasks as assigned, such as preparation of forms 1099, business license renewals, business property returns, sales tax returns, grant accounting and reporting, and assistance in proposal writing
• Develop and maintain productive working relationships with clients to enhance customer satisfaction
• Build strong credibility through displaying positive insight and business acumen, applying technical competence and engaging in relevant discussions with clients
• Consult with clients on various internal accounting related transactions

Requirements for Successful Candidate

• Masters degree or foreign equivalent in accounting or related field, or an MBA with a concentration in finance or a related field
• At least 5 years of experience in the job offered or as an accountant in private accounting
• Ability to manage multiple engagements, and competing priorities
• Excellent verbal, written, and presentation skills
• Excellent organizational skills
• Experience with accounting platforms such as QuickBooks, Microsoft GP, Sage Intacct, etc
• Ability to work independently on tasks with no supervision

Benefits of being a part of the team

Family Health Insurance including parents

Life & Accident Insurance

Maternity/paternity leave

Performance-based incentives

Referral Bonus program

Exam Fee Reimbursement Policy

Indian festival holidays

5 days working week

Meals facility

Doctors consultation