Senior Accountant

Brightspeed • Charlotte, NC

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

We are currently looking for a Senior Accountant to join our growing Finance team! In this role, you will report directly to the Manager, Accounting. As Senior Accountant, you will support the implementation of processes, policies, and procedures ensuring the accuracy of accounting and reporting. You will play a major part in the financial month-end closing and reporting process by managing complex journal entries for the company. You will partner with key business stakeholders and business finance partners to provide accounting guidance for all functional areas and to ensure adherence to applicable guidance, policies and processes.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
• 3+ years of accounting experience in a corporate accounting or financial reporting setting
• Experience organizing a large volume of information and identifying and deploying automation tools/solutions
• Proficiency in the use of database tools and financial reporting packages
• Clear communicator, experience running meetings effectively, and to explain complex concepts to a non-technical audience
• Complete ownership and accountability of the function given the deadline-oriented nature of the position
• Adaptable to changing business environment and organizational structure

Nice To Haves

• Master’s Degree in Accounting or Finance
• CPA designation
• Experience with SAP, a plus
• Background in the telecommunications industry

Responsibilities

• Prepare journal entries and supporting documentation for the monthly, quarterly and yearly close process
• Prepare various balance sheet account reconciliations ensuring proper supporting documentation
• Assist with the preparation of monthly financial management reports
• Analyze and document income statement and balance sheet fluctuations monthly
• Liaise with teams across multiple departments and locations to obtain and distribute financial information
• Provide support for external and internal audit activities as necessary
• Review and enhance analysis and analytical processes and controls
• Ensure effective working relationships with key business partners
• Perform special projects and any other duties and responsibilities as may be assigned

Benefits

• We offer competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits.
• Our benefits and paid time off programs reflect our underlying belief in promoting overall wellness through physical, emotional and financial health.
• Brightspeed offers a comprehensive benefit program, including competitive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance; an employee assistance program; a 401K plan with company match and a host of voluntary benefits.

What This Job Offers

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