Senior Accountant - General Ledger

Human Interest

5h • $110,000 - $140,000

About The Position

Human Interest is seeking an experienced Senior Accountant to be responsible for a number of accounting processes including the routine monthly close process and spearheading process improvements. Working closely with the Accounting Manager, primary responsibilities will include the preparation of bank transactions, deferred commissions (ASC 340), manual accruals, and various journal entries in support of the monthly close process.

Requirements

• 3+ years of relevant accounting experience; Combination of public accounting (Big 4 strongly preferred) and industry experience (start-up through to becoming a public Company experience a plus)
• BA/BS degree in Accounting, Finance or related field
• Advanced Excel skills are required
• Experience working with large data
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and SOX and highly analytical.
• Strong problem solving and interpersonal communication skills
• High attention to detail
• Ability to set priorities, handle multiple tasks, and deliver results in a fast paced and dynamic environment with the desire for continuous improvement
• Must be able to work normal business hours in the PST time zone

Nice To Haves

• CPA is strongly preferred or in the process of working towards one
• Experience supporting SOX compliance programs and working with external auditors
• Experience with U.S. GAAP researching and applying FASB ASC guidance and evaluating Big 4 firm interpretations particularly on ASC 340, ASC 842, and ASC 718
• Proficiency in FloQast, NetSuite, Coupa, Ramp, and Jira considered a plus
• Experience in SaaS/Tech industry preferred

Responsibilities

• Independently own the close process (e.g. JE preparation, account reconciliations, etc.) for various balance sheet and income statement accounts, including cash, operating expenses, and accruals
• Prepare thoughtful explanations on P&L and Balance Sheet fluxes for management reporting and analysis
• Support quarterly reviews and annual audits
• Implement, support, and help maintain strong internal control policies and procedures to develop efficiencies within our monthly close process
• Identify and drive process improvements around data integrity, timely close reporting, and financial accuracy
• Collaborate with FP&A, Technical Accounting, and other cross-functional teams to successfully align on effective financial processes
• Participate in other assignments and ad hoc projects as required

Benefits

• A great 401(k) plan: Our own! Our 401(k) includes a dollar-for-dollar employer match up to 4% of compensation (immediately vested) and $0 plan fees
• Top-of-the-line health plans, as well as dental and vision insurance
• Competitive time off and parental leave
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What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level