Senior Accountant General Accounting

Senior Accountant General Accounting Job Description

Candidates for senior accountant positions should possess solid communication, technology, organizational and analytical skills. Companies hiring senior accountants generally look for at least three years’ experience, along with a bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance. A CPA, CGMA or CMA also is preferred.

Typical senior accountant general accounting duties:

Reconciling sub-ledger to general ledger account balancesPreparing financial statementsSupporting month-end and year-end closePreparing financial statements, journal entries and account reconciliationsAssessing internal controls, including risk assessments and reviews of risk areasAssisting with budget preparation and preparing the monthly budget variance analysesMaintaining and reconciling fixed assets schedulesAssisting with initial internal control evaluationsSupervising accounting staff

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Salary for Senior Accountant General Accounting
71500 - 101000
25th percentile
71500
New to the role, with little or no experience; requires more than casual instruction or supervision to perform day-to-day duties
50th percentile
87000
Has the experience to consistently perform core responsibilities without direct supervision; very comfortable with processes and subject matter associated with the role
75th percentile
101000
Value to the organization goes far beyond the ability to perform normal job duties; has rare qualifications that enable consistent contribution in unique ways; ready for next career level when available
Projected salaries for related positions Position title 25th percentile 50th percentile 75th percentile Accounting Manager – General Accounting 82250 102000 117750 Staff Accountant – General Accounting 53750 65000 81000 Entry-Level Staff Accountant – General Accounting 44500 54250 61000

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