Senior Accountant

Overview

• Lead financial operations for a dynamic organization, driving impactful accounting strategies and workflows.
• Collaborate with senior leadership to enhance financial processes and decision-making.
• Utilize advanced accounting systems and tools to optimize operational efficiency.
• Contribute to process improvement initiatives and documentation of workflows.
• Hybrid work arrangement providing flexibility and work-life balance.
• Contract engagement with potential for extension or permanent placement.
• Opportunity to gain exposure to strategic decision-making and leadership dynamics.
• Work in a fast-paced environment with ample opportunities for professional growth.

Key Responsibilities & Duties

• Prepare and post journal entries across various accounts ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Perform reconciliations of balance sheet accounts and resolve discrepancies effectively.
• Manage monthly close processes, ensuring timely and accurate completion of tasks.
• Review and process vendor invoices, maintaining proper coding and approvals.
• Generate and distribute customer invoices, tracking billing milestones and collections.
• Maintain fixed asset registers and calculate monthly depreciation entries.
• Assist with tax filings, audit preparations, and compliance documentation.
• Support payroll reconciliation and employee benefits accrual calculations.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required.
• Minimum of 3 years of progressive accounting experience; 5 years preferred.
• Proficiency in U.S. GAAP and accrual-basis accounting principles.
• Hands-on experience with major accounting systems like NetSuite or QuickBooks.
• Advanced Excel skills, including pivot tables and data manipulation.
• CPA license or active pursuit of licensure preferred.
• Experience in high-growth startup or SaaS environments is a plus.
• Familiarity with ASC 606 revenue recognition and ASC 842 lease accounting.