Senior Accountant

The Senior Accountant is responsible for all accounting activities for the Ports America Chesapeake (PAC) business unit. This includes routine and unusual transactions, preparation of journal entries, monthly accruals, monthly financial statement preparation (balance sheet and income statement), account reconciliations, and other standard accounting and record"‘keeping responsibilities. Essential Duties Prepares supporting documents for and posts routine and recurring journal entries and accounting transactions for 7"‘business"‘day monthly GL closes. Prepares monthly financial statements, comparing current periods to prior periods, budgets, and forecasts, providing appropriate analysis to support external and internal audits. Works with operating staff and other departments to make accruals and maintain recurring and reversing entries. Uses the company's accounting systems accurately and efficiently. Works with multiple legal entities and is flexible in work assignments; collaborates with multiple people under moderate deadline pressure. Prepares accurate, timely, and well"‘documented monthly reconciliations for balance sheet accounts, resolving differences promptly. Reviews fluctuations in accounts and writes clear, concise explanations for variances. Actively supports external and internal audits, the financial reporting team, NJ group office, and PAC business unit requests. Collaborates and works closely with the business unit finance team to understand the PAC business, providing excellent internal customer service and addressing business unit requests promptly. Identifies ways to improve and streamline accounting processes. Working Conditions Occasional travel to port operations (possibly once or twice per year). Hybrid office environment; extended hours and reduced flexibility during reporting periods (typically month"‘end and year"‘end closes as well as year"‘end audits). Physical activity typical of an office environment. Minimum Requirements Bachelor's degree in accounting required. Other majors will not be considered. 2+ years of accounting experience. Preferred Requirements CPA and public accounting experience. Solid understanding of GAAP, journal entry mechanics, and internal controls. Knowledge of financial statements, chart of accounts, journal entry preparation, accounting transactions and financial statement analysis. Strong verbal and written communication skills. Advanced Excel skills with ability to quickly learn Oracle ERP financial system and BlackLine reconciliations. Ability to complete multiple tasks simultaneously under tight deadlines. Ability to adapt to and thrive within Ports America culture and values, engaging with the accounting and PAC business unit teams. NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all"‘inclusive. Employees may perform other related duties as needed to meet the ongoing needs of the organization. Ports America is an Equal Opportunity Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, military service obligations or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. This role does not offer sponsorship for work authorization. External applicants must be eligible to work in the U.S. If you require additional information about our comprehensive data privacy policy, we invite you to contact us via email at . #J-18808-Ljbffr

Created: 2026-04-20