ROARK is looking for a Sr. Accountant to join their team. As a Sr. Accountant you will perform as an individual contributor on client engagements, working under the supervision of the Management Consultant, to develop work product, lead specific engagements and project initiatives, and act as a subject matter expert on ongoing client engagements. You will be responsible for the day-to-day operations of client accounting departments and applying GAAP principles and procedures to review, prepare, reconcile, and analyze accounting records and financial reports. In this position, you will be responsible for providing superior and responsive professional services for clients. Exceptional communication skills and the ability to prioritize and organize duties is essential.

Job Responsibilities

• Manage work efforts to contract specifications.
• Develop quality work products and documentation.
• Anticipate and communicate project risks.
• Engage and interact with clients through written and verbal communication.
• Responsible for preparation of complex areas of all month end close processes and preparation of the financial statements for all clients every month.
• Review Consultant level and below work products as applicable.
• Manage small to mid-size clients and projects day to day accounting activities.
• Engage with clients and colleagues on technical accounting and control-related issues to provide research guidance and give recommendations for potential solutions.
• Assist in audit preparation by preparing reports and documentation material as required.
• Prepare quarterly local/city sales tax and other filings as needed.
• Assist clients with developing and implementing accounting policies and procedures as directed.
• Contribute to client success by accomplishing special client projects and related results as needed.
• The company reserves the right to add or change duties at any time.

Skills

• Proven quantitative, analytical, problem-solving, and conceptual thinking skills.
• Exceptional attention to detail, accuracy, and thoroughness in aspects of reporting and communication
• Ability to select and use appropriate tools for the job and perform technical research as required to supplement and support Roark methodologies in delivering solutions to clients.
• Ability to multi-task and set daily, weekly, and monthly priorities.
• Ability to work independently and with a strong sense of urgency in meeting time-sensitive deadlines.
• Ability to identify key issues, analyze data, and make recommendations to address problems.
• Ability to build rapport with all levels of the client organization, employees, and vendors.
• Demonstrate a strong professional presence in all duties and interactions.
• Exhibit a high level of discretion and security in handling confidential information.
• Strong mathematical aptitude and organization skills
• Proven ability to lead, motivate and build teams that deliver services and solutions that surpass client expectations.
• Experience using accounting software.

Education/Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, business, or a related field
• 5+ years of accounting experience
• Experience across multiple industries
• Cost Accounting experience
• Experience with an ERP system
• Experience working with multi-client business.
• Experience in expanding, growth-oriented companies.
• Previous experience leading and executing complex projects in challenging environments.