Senior Accountant
About The Position
The Senior Accountant, Corporate Accounting reports directly to the Associate Director, Corporate Accounting and works closely with SG&A business partners, FP&A, and other functions to support a timely and complete monthly close and forecasting process. This key individual contributor prepares monthly SG&A accruals and prepaids, accounts for fixed asset activity, and analyzes budget versus actual results. The role applies U.S. GAAP and accounting research to evaluate software-as-a-service arrangements, capital projects, and other transactions. It also offers opportunities to contribute to technical accounting, operational improvements, and budget-related initiatives. The successful candidate thrives in a team environment, serves as a visible and active business partner, and manages deadlines and multiple cross-functional relationships in a fast-paced hybrid work environment. Curiosity, initiative, and an interest in learning and developing new skills are welcomed.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or equivalent experience.
- 4–6 years of accounting experience.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet tight periodic reporting deadlines.
- Willingness to learn from team members and adapt to growing business needs.
- Effective written and oral communication skills.
- Relationship-management skills and comfort communicating with all levels of the business.
- Ability to work and solve problems independently while embracing teamwork and collaboration.
- Critical-thinking skills to identify process improvements and efficiencies.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Excel.
- Candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S.
Nice To Haves
- Public accounting experience is preferred.
- CPA or equivalent is preferred.
- Experience with large ERP systems, preferably Oracle; training will be provided.
- Interest in data analytics tools or process automation.
Responsibilities
- Contribute to the monthly close and financial reporting process.
- Report actuals for SG&A functions and work with FP&A and business partners to understand key drivers and variances.
- Support fixed asset financial reporting and related processes, including coordinating with asset owners, tracking large capital projects, and handling asset tagging and disposals.
- Serve as the main Finance point of contact for an SG&A business partner, providing guidance on inquiries about actuals and vendor management.
- Prepare and record monthly journal entries with supporting documentation.
- Prepare and maintain accurate account reconciliations, including for fixed assets, prepaids, and SG&A accruals, and resolve discrepancies promptly.
- Prepare and manage IT and facilities budgets and forecasts with relevant business partners.
- Maintain SOX 404 compliance in assigned areas.
- Ensure assigned areas are complete and accurate in accordance with U.S. GAAP.
- Respond to external and internal audit support requests and inquiries.
- Prepare and present monthly and quarterly analyses of budget versus actuals and period-over-period actuals.
- Help streamline accounting processes to improve productivity and operating efficiency across the company.
- Assist with ad hoc tasks involving SG&A expense and facilities activity.
Benefits
- Competitive compensation and benefits package.
- Work-life resources supporting physical and emotional wellness, financial wellness, and caregivers.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
