Senior Accountant, Finance Systems

Investment Management Consultants Association• US,

95d•$80,000 - $90,000•Remote

About The Position

The Senior Accountant, Finance Systems primarily focuses on finance systems administration and process improvement while supporting key accounting responsibilities. The role serves as a primary resource for the organization’s ERP system and supports accurate financial reporting, automation, and continuous improvement across finance operations. The successful candidate will help transform the accounting function by using technology to reduce manual processes and building efficient, scalable accounting processes in partnership with colleagues. The position supports ERP administration, configuration, testing, user support, integrations, implementations, upgrades, and optimization. It also performs senior accountant-level duties, including journal entries, reconciliations, accounts payable and receivable, close activities, financial reporting, and audit support. The role is remote and reports to the Controller/CFO.

Requirements

Strong understanding of GAAP and the monthly close process.
Experience supporting, implementing, or administering an ERP system.
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Experience with ERP implementations, data migrations, or system integrations.
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
3–5 years of progressive accounting experience.

Nice To Haves

Experience with Sage Intacct, NetSuite, or other ERP systems.
Experience designing automated workflows and improving accounting processes.
Knowledge of reporting tools, business intelligence platforms, or data visualization software.
Experience in a nonprofit organization.
CPA.

Responsibilities

Administer, configure, test, and support the organization’s ERP system.
Design integrations between the ERP system and operations systems, including Fonteva, ADP, and Ramp.
Participate in ERP implementations, upgrades, integrations, and optimization projects.
Identify opportunities to automate manual accounting processes and improve workflow efficiency.
Develop and maintain reports, dashboards, and system-generated financial information.
Support adoption of new finance processes by communicating changes, assisting users, and promoting best practices.
Develop and maintain standard operating procedures, process maps, and system documentation.
Partner with internal departments to improve business processes through technology.
Document accounting procedures and system workflows to strengthen internal controls and ensure consistency.
Evaluate technologies and recommend solutions to improve productivity and data quality.
Assist with full-cycle accounting, including journal entries, reconciliations, and account analysis.
Prepare and post monthly journal entries.
Perform account reconciliations and maintain supporting documentation.
Process and oversee accounts payable transactions.
Manage accounts receivable, customer invoicing, collections, and cash application.
Assist with month-end and year-end close activities.
Prepare monthly financial reports and supporting schedules.
Ensure accounting records comply with GAAP and organizational policies.
Support annual financial statement audits and other compliance reporting by preparing schedules and responding to auditor requests.