Principal Accountant

BTM Global•Edina, MN

About The Position

The Principal Accountant reports to the Chief Financial Officer and is responsible for BTM Global’s day-to-day accounting operations, accurate financial records, timely financial close, and financial reporting. This hands-on finance leadership role supports the CFO across accounting operations, cash management, budgeting, forecasting and financial analysis, auditing, tax, and reporting compliance. The role also supports project financial operations by maintaining project estimating and tracking tools, providing financial analysis and reporting to delivery managers, reviewing fixed-fee revenue calculations, and supporting the Kantata system and offshore project setup. The position requires maintaining accounting records and processes in line with applicable requirements and escalating compliance issues to the CFO.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance.
At least 7 years of progressive accounting or finance experience, including experience managing month-end close and financial reporting.
Demonstrated experience preparing financial statements, account reconciliations, and month-end close deliverables.
High integrity and dependability, with a strong sense of urgency in supporting business operations.
Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
Excellent skills in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PPS.
Ability to handle confidential and/or sensitive information responsibly.
Ability to work in a fast-paced, constantly changing environment.
Flexibility and ability to handle multiple projects in an organized and timely manner.
Ability to problem-solve, work under pressure, and effectively manage stress.
Proactive, team-oriented, and innovative approach.
Personable and professional manner with internal team members and external clients.

Nice To Haves

Prior supervisory experience.
Experience in the software services or technology industry.
Familiarity with NetSuite software.
Experience in a multi-state, global organization.

Responsibilities

Prepare monthly financial statements, reports, and records by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing account information.
Prepare and record asset, liability, revenue, and expense entries by compiling and analyzing account information.
Maintain and balance subsidiary accounts by verifying, allocating, posting, and reconciling transactions and resolving discrepancies.
Maintain the general ledger by transferring subsidiary accounts, preparing a trial balance, and reconciling entries.
Prepare balance sheets, profit and loss statements, and other financial statements.
Coordinate with the external CPA firm on tax compliance, year-end schedules, audits, and required filings.
Maintain accounting records and processes consistent with applicable local, state, and federal requirements, and escalate compliance issues to the CFO.
Administer and support the time and expense system and financial reporting systems, including data accuracy and process improvements.
Analyze trends in utilization, pricing, gross margin, and other operating results, and identify variances for CFO review.
Ensure payroll fundings are processed, including accuracy of 401(k), family leave programs, HSA, and levies.
Maintain project estimating and tracking tools, including BTM loading sheets for the US and Vietnam.
Provide project financial analysis and reporting to delivery managers.
Review fixed-fee revenue reporting calculations and records.
Maintain user cost, verify completed or cancelled projects for archiving, and serve as backup administrator for the Kantata system.
Assist the offshore team with subscription project setup and provide supporting financial data.
Follow company procedures and security practices.
Present, attend, and participate in BTM meetings and training opportunities as required.
Perform other job-related duties as assigned.