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 balances

Preparing financial statements

Supporting month-end and year-end close

Preparing financial statements, journal entries and account reconciliations

Assessing internal controls, including risk assessments and reviews of risk areas

Assisting with budget preparation and preparing the monthly budget variance analyses

Maintaining and reconciling fixed assets schedules

Assisting with initial internal control evaluations

Supervising accounting staff

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Salary for Senior Accountant General Accounting

78500 - 108750

25th percentile

78500

The candidate is new to the role and building the needed skills, experience and autonomy.

50th percentile

94250

The candidate has the experience to perform core responsibilities without direct supervision and is comfortable with the role’s processes and subject matter.

75th percentile

108750

The candidate delivers value beyond the stated job duties, has advanced qualifications and experience, and is ready for the next career level.

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25th percentile

50th percentile

75th percentile

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89500

109750

125750

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71500

87750

Entry-Level Staff Accountant – General Accounting

53500

60500

67500

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