Senior Accountant

IFG Pittsburgh is actively recruiting a Senior Accountant to play a pivotal role in the organization's financial operations. This position is responsible for managing day-to-day accounting activities, supporting accurate and timely month-end close processes, and contributing to the preparation of comprehensive financial reporting. The successful candidate will ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP, corporate policies, and applicable state and federal regulations while maintaining the integrity of financial data and internal controls. Working collaboratively with both internal stakeholders and external partners, the Senior Accountant will help deliver accurate, timely financial statements, drive process improvements, and enhance the overall efficiency and effectiveness of the accounting function.

Responsibilities of the Senior Accountant

• Analyze, record, and process financial transactions while ensuring accuracy, completeness, and compliance with established accounting standards and reporting requirements.
• Prepare, review, and reconcile financial statements and supporting schedules, delivering meaningful analysis to support informed business decision-making.
• Maintain a strong internal control environment by proactively identifying risks, monitoring compliance requirements, and implementing effective financial controls and safeguards.
• Serve as a primary liaison for internal and external audit activities, coordinating requests, providing documentation, and facilitating timely resolution of audit-related matters.
• Research and evaluate complex accounting issues, applying relevant technical guidance and recommending appropriate accounting treatment in accordance with U.S. GAAP.
• Leverage Oracle and related financial systems to optimize accounting processes, identify automation opportunities, and drive sustainable improvements in efficiency, accuracy, and scalability.
• Build and maintain strong partnerships across departments, collaborating with key stakeholders to support business objectives and financial reporting requirements.
• Ensure financial transactions are accurately classified, recorded, and reflected within the general ledger and financial statements.
• Collaborate on strategic initiatives and organizational changes, assessing financial reporting implications and supporting successful implementation efforts.
• Perform detailed variance analysis, investigate operational and financial discrepancies, and resolve inquiries from business units through thoughtful research and analysis.

Requirements of the Senior Accountant

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline; CPA and/or MBA credentials are highly valued.
• Demonstrated experience in financial reporting, general ledger management, auditing, and the application of U.S. GAAP within a professional accounting environment.
• Working knowledge of ERP platforms, along with solid proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including intermediate to advanced Excel skills.
• Self-motivated with a strong sense of accountability, critical-thinking abilities, and a proactive approach to researching issues, resolving challenges, and delivering results.

If you are qualified and interested in this opportunity, please contact your IFG Partner or Dave Lozecki at 412-539-1434 x232 for additional details and confidential consideration. Additional opportunities can be viewed at www.IFG-Global.com.

ABOUT IFG

IFG is a specialized firm focused on Finance, Accounting, Audit and Tax recruiting and staffing since 2005.  We understand that our clients require qualified, experienced professionals for permanent/full-time opportunities, as well as, staffing for the execution of "just-in-time", short term special projects and interim/transitional staffing challenges.  We place tremendous value on understanding the unique strengths and desires of the professionals we partner with and the specific needs and requirements of our clients who have trusted us with their human capital recruiting.