Job Description

ProspectBlue seeks a Senior Accountant for their client in Richmond, VA!!

The Senior Accountant is responsible for supporting the Controller by ensuring the accuracy, integrity, and timeliness of financial information. This role plays a key part in financial reporting, general ledger activities, and compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP). The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, collaborative, and adaptable, with a strong foundation in accounting and financial analysis.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Prepare and analyze financial statements in accordance with GAAP

• Generate, review, and present financial reports for management and other stakeholders

• Prepare and/or review both manual and automated journal entries

• Oversee fixed asset accounting, including accurate recording, tracking, depreciation, and reconciliation

• Partner closely with the Controller and senior management on financial initiatives and ad hoc projects

• Support external auditors during financial and operational audits

• Assist with ASC 842 lease accounting maintenance, reporting, and compliance

• Perform detailed reviews of balance sheet reconciliations to identify and resolve discrepancies

• Complete additional accounting-related duties as assigned

Skills and Abilities

• Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting standards

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel

• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and collaboration skills

• Strong analytical skills with attention to detail

• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and take ownership of new projects

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting required

• 1–3 years of relevant accounting experience

• CPA preferred

• Public accounting experience preferred