Senior Accountant
Bloomberg Open · verified Oct 21, 2026 At a glance
Senior Accounting role at Bloomberg. Arlington · full-time · $90,000–$110,000 base.
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What you'll do
- Prepare journal entries, reconciliations and financial statements while keeping pace with the month-end close
- Build and maintain system reports and queries, then check their accuracy and completeness
- Use Excel to examine complex financial data, investigate discrepancies and recommend fixes
- Oversee accruals for business units and help with audits, internal controls and accounting for unusual transactions
What you bring
- A bachelor's degree in accounting or comparable experience
- At least five years in corporate or public accounting
- Practical knowledge of GAAP
Who this fits
This senior accounting role suits someone who can work through detailed financial data, improve processes and collaborate across finance and other departments. It is based in Arlington, and the stated annual salary range is $90,000 to $110,000. CPA credentials and SAP experience are preferred.
From the employer
What You Will Do:
Prepare journal entries, account reconciliations and financial statements and ensure all deadlines are met under a tight month-end close schedule.
Develop and maintain internal and external reports and queries in the system and verify and analyze reports for accuracy and completeness.
Analyze large quantities of complex data, leveraging Excel skills to research and draw conclusions from financial data.
Identify possible discrepancies in financial data or accounting calculations; develop or recommend solutions when needed.
Manage accrual process for various business units, including reviewing the completeness and accuracy of accruals.
Assist with external audit as well as internal controls assessment process.
Partner with finance groups on various projects and work with other departments to ensure proper accounting for new or unique transactions.
Comply with financial reporting requirements including census surveys.
Participate in special projects and perform duties as assigned.
You Need to Have:
Bachelor’s degree in accounting, or equivalent experience. CPA desirable.
5+ years’ experience in corporate or public accounting environment.
Demonstrated experience of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
SAP experience preferred.
Compensation Range:
$90,000.00-$110,000.00Placement in the salary range will be decided upon completion of the interview process. Salary determination will be determined based on factors including but not limited to relevant experience, demonstrated skills related to the requirements of the role, education, certifications, and geographic location.
Equal Opportunity
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