Senior Accountant

Georgetown University

Washington, D.C., US
$80,429.00 - $157,238.93; not specified; not speci...
Hybrid
General ledger review
Month-end close activities
Financial statement line items
The Senior Accountant is responsible for the efficient and effective monitoring of the University’s general ledger transactions, working under tight deadlines on a multitude of accounting activities

Job Summary

  • The Senior Accountant is responsible for the efficient and effective monitoring of the University’s general ledger transactions, working under tight deadlines on a multitude of accounting activities.
  • The position requires solid accounting skills, leadership, and good judgment, and must develop an atmosphere of teamwork with department personnel, other Georgetown departments, and OCFO leadership.
  • Georgetown University offers a comprehensive and competitive benefit package that includes medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance, retirement savings, tuition assistance, work-life balance benefits, employee discounts and an array of voluntary insurance options.

Matching Summary

The Senior Accountant is responsible for the efficient and effective monitoring of the University’s general ledger transactions, working under tight deadlines on a multitude of accounting activities.

Salary

$80,429.00 - $157,238.93; Not specified; Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • general ledger review
  • month-end close activities
  • financial statement line items
  • year-end audit preparation
  • reconciliation of complex accounts
  • internal accounting controls

Nice-to-have

  • teamwork and collaboration
  • service oriented demeanor
  • creative problem solving
  • strong time management
  • analytical modeling experience

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting
  • Certification as a CPA
  • 8+ years progressive experience
  • Strong technical accounting expertise
  • Leadership and good judgment
  • Excellent analytical, written, and verbal communication skills

Work Rights

Not specified

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