Senior Accountant General Accounting in Atlanta, GA

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 in Atlanta, GA

84388 - 116906

25th percentile

84388

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

50th percentile

101319

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

116906

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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64500

76863

94331

Entry-Level Staff Accountant – General Accounting

57513

65038

72563

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