Senior Accountant - Finance - Full Time

Job Description
The Kentucky League of Cities (KLC) is seeking an experienced, detail-oriented
Senior Staff Accountant to perform advanced accounting functions across multiple entities and support accurate financial reporting, strong internal controls, and efficient accounting operations. This position is ideal for an experienced accounting professional who enjoys analyzing financial information, solving complex accounting issues, improving processes, and serving as a trusted resource to colleagues throughout the organization.

Perform complex accounting functions and provide advanced support for general ledger activities, financial reporting, and monthly and quarterly close processes.
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Prepare, review, and post complex journal entries and reconcile accounts across multiple entities.
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Analyze financial results, including comparisons of actual results to approved budgets.
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Monitor cash balances and liquidity across multiple bank accounts and identify funding needs, trends, and potential risks.
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Own and reconcile intercompany accounts and resolve discrepancies.
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Prepare and review accounting for investment-related transactions.
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Support the annual budgeting process and assist departments with financial analysis.
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Lead preparation of audit schedules and supporting documentation and coordinate with external auditors.
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Identify and implement process improvements and internal control enhancements.
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Review financial information and accounting activities for accuracy, consistency, and compliance with applicable accounting standards, policies, and procedures.

A degree in accounting or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

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At least five years of financial accounting experience, preferably including experience in insurance or auditing.
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Comprehensive knowledge of accounting principles, methods, and auditing standards, including GAAP/GASB as applicable.
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Strong analytical skills and the ability to research, interpret, and clearly communicate complex financial information.
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Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including experience with pivot tables, lookups, and other tools used to analyze and reconcile financial data.
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Enjoy digging into financial information and making sure the numbers are accurate.
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Are comfortable taking ownership of complex accounting responsibilities.
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Enjoy being a resource to others and helping colleagues develop their accounting knowledge.
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Hybrid work schedule.
Thirteen paid holidays.
Paid health and dental insurance.
Participation in the County Employees Retirement System (CERS).
Employee Assistance Program.