Senior Accountant

The Senior Accountant is responsible for managing various Accounting transactions, such as reconciling general ledger account balances, assessing internal controls, and performing balance sheet and income statement analysis.  This position will also support the Corporate Controller with financial reporting and assist the organization with inter-company processes and procedures.     

Duties

• Performs balance sheet, general ledger, and income statement analyses; performs reconciliations as needed
• Prepares financial statements and journal entries
• Supports internal and external audits to ensure compliance
• Supports the Corporate Controller with the financial reporting process
• Supports the month-end and year-end close processes
• Develops and implements processes to streamline financial data as it flows through the organization
• Partners with and assists other Quanta Operating Units with various Accounting processes; share best practices and ensures the integrity of financial data that is being gathered
• Participates in change management to include identifying, documenting, and assisting with developing inter-company processes
• Manages, tracks, and reports inter-company projects by account
• Resolves differences with inter-company Quanta operating units; handles reconciliations as needed
• Develops and documents business processes and accounting policies to maintain and strengthen internal controls; makes process improvement recommendations to leadership team
• Adheres to internal standards, policies, and procedures
• Performs special projects and completes other duties as assigned

Required Experience and Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting
• 4 years’ experience working within the Accounting function of a public accounting firm or large, national organization

Preferred Experience and Education

• Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
• 2 years’ experience working within a Construction accounting setting
• Experience with JD Edwards

Skills

• Detail oriented with strong financial and analytical skills
• Ability to communicate effectively across all levels of the organization
• Self-motivated requiring minimal oversight
• Well organized with strong time management skills
• Goal oriented with proven ability to meet deadlines

Travel Requirements

• Travel:  Yes
• Percent of Time: Up to 10%