Senior Accountant

Job Description:
Job Title: Senior Accountant
Location: Springfield, MO (Remote option available
Department: Finance
Employment Type: Full-time
Shift: Monday - Friday
Job Summary:
Elevate your career in a dynamic accounting role at a mission-driven organization dedicated to empowering individuals and uplifting communities. We are seeking a talented Senior Accountant to join our finance team, where you'll play a pivotal role in ensuring accurate financial reporting and analysis. This is an excellent opportunity to showcase your accounting expertise while making a meaningful impact.
As a Senior Accountant, you will be responsible for preparing journal entries, reconciling accounts, performing month-end and year-end closing procedures, and supporting the external audit process. Your analytical skills and attention to detail will be crucial in ensuring the integrity of financial data and providing comprehensive reports to stakeholders.
The Staff Accountant position offers...
* All-Inclusive Employee Benefits Package - A robust full-time employee benefits package encompassing health, dental, vision, retirement, disability, life insurance, wellness program, and more
* Telemedicine - 24/7 phone, web, or mobile app medical, behavioral health, & dermatology visits
* Employee Assistance Program - 24/7 counseling services, legal assistance, & financial consultation for you and your household at no cost
* Paid Time Off - 29 days per year including vacation & holiday pay
* Workplace Culture - An environment cultivating employee wellbeing, valuing each individual's humanity, and actively promoting healthy, joyful workforce engagement
* Opportunities for professional growth and advancement within the organization
Key Responsibilities:
* Prepare and post journal entries; maintain records and files for assigned departments and companies
* Perform monthly account reconciliations and financial statement review
* Prepare year-end audit documentation and support the external audit process
* Ensure accurate financial data recording by applying Generally Accepted Accounting Principles
* Address inquiries from department heads and program managers regarding financial transactions
* Substantiate financial transactions through document auditing and provide detailed analysis
* Analyze information and complete reporting requirements efficiently
* Communicate details and provide support to the Accounting Manager
* Assist with maintaining capital equipment/asset purchases and monthly depreciation when needed
* Contribute to the budgeting/forecasting process for assigned departments and/or companies
* Support accounting activities related to Grants, HUD, and LIHTC projects as required
* Present and report to stakeholders, providing recommendations to Finance and Operational leadership
* Recommend financial actions by analyzing accounting options and conducting research when needed
* Demonstrate leadership by coaching and mentoring team members
* Take autonomous ownership of tasks and projects
Education and/or Experience Qualifications:
* Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance is preferred
* 7+ years of accounting experience preferred
Additional Qualifications:
* Excellent Excel skills
* Understanding and knowledge of accounting principles, practices, standards, laws, and regulations
* Ability to multitask and manage time effectively
* Sense of ownership and pride in performance and its impact on company success
* Critical thinking and problem-solving skills
* Strong team player with great interpersonal and communication skills
Keywords: Accountant, Finance, General Ledger, Reconciliation, Audit, Financial Analysis, GAAP, Reporting, Budgeting, Twin Cities
We are an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer, and encourage applications from all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital status, disability or veteran status, or to other non-work related factors.
Burrell is a Smoke and Tobacco Free Workplace.