Senior Accountant - General Ledger & Financial Reporting

Job overview

The Senior Accountant - General Ledger & Financial Reporting is an onsite role based in Albuquerque, NM or Raleigh, NC. Compensation is not specified for this position, which supports the Corporate Accounting Department at Applied Research Associates, Inc. in maintaining financial integrity and operational efficiency. This role exists to oversee revenue recognition, modernize financial reporting processes, and ensure compliance with accounting standards. The Senior Accountant will partner with leadership to streamline general ledger workflows, support audit readiness, and drive continuous improvement in financial systems and data reporting.

What you'll do

• Oversee ASC 606 revenue recognition, support financial statement modernization, manage month-end and year-end close processes, prepare balance sheet reconciliations, and provide audit and compliance support.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

full-time

day shift

albuquerque nm

raleigh nc

accounting

general ledger

financial reporting

asc 606

audit support

erp systems

hybrid

onsite

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Employee-owned company, competitive benefits package.

Why this role

Preference for CPA/CMA, experience with Costpoint/Adaptive Planning, and background in government contracting.

About the employer

Applied Research Associates, Inc. is hiring for this role. Industry: Offices of Certified Public Accountants. Sector: 54.