Senior Accountant

Accertify, Inc. • Itasca, IL

33d • $100 - $120 • Hybrid

About The Position

Trusted by many of the largest companies globally, Accertify is the leading digital platform assessing risk across the entire customer journey, from Account Monitoring and Payment Risk to Refund Fraud and Dispute Management. Accertify helps maximize revenues and user experience while minimizing loss and customer friction. We offer ultra-fast decision-making and precise control, ensuring our customers are always confidently in the driver’s seat and ready to move at the speed of right.

Be in the driver’s seat of your career as a Senior Accountant with the industry leader.

We’re seeking a highly analytical, technically savvy Senior Accountant to play a key role in strengthening our global SaaS accounting and finance operations. Reporting to the Global Assistant Controller, you’ll be at the center of complex financial processes and strategic decision-making. In this role, you’ll leverage your deep knowledge of accounting principles to prepare accurate journal entries, reconcile balance sheets, perform technical accounting analyses, develop robust accounting policies, and implement internal controls to ensure compliance and efficiency. You’ll collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, using strong communication skills and a proactive mindset to streamline processes and drive improvements. The ideal candidate thrives on solving complex challenges—identifying risks, conducting technical research, and delivering innovative solutions that make a measurable impact. If you’re ready to take ownership, influence change, and grow your career in a fast-paced SaaS environment, we want to hear from you!

Requirements

• 3–5 years of accounting experience
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or a related field; CPA license preferred
• Strong understanding of US GAAP and the SOX internal control framework
• Experience with SaaS accounting and billing software (e.g., NetSuite, Salesforce, Zone, or similar systems)
• Strong organizational and time-management skills
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to work independently and navigate uncertainty and ambiguity to meet deadlines
• Effective communication skills for interacting with team members across all levels of the organization
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office products, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook

Nice To Haves

• CPA or equivalent certification preferred
• Public accounting experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Support the month-end close process by ensuring accurate and timely reporting, including preparing and reviewing journal entries and balance sheet reconciliations
• Develop and assist with the implementation of accounting policies, processes, and procedures
• Conduct technical accounting research, prepare documentation, and support implementation of findings
• Ensure compliance with SOX controls and related documentation requirements
• Prepare materials for monthly and quarterly flux analysis presentations, validating P&L results, and providing insights aligned with strategic objectives
• Assist in the preparation of financial statements, supporting schedules, and reports in accordance with US GAAP
• Collaborate with external auditors, prepare audit schedules, and ensure timely completion of audit deliverables
• Identify and execute opportunities to streamline and improve accounting processes through technology-driven solutions

Benefits

• Health & Wellness: Medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your family.
• Time Off: Paid time off, holidays, and personal days to maintain work-life balance.
• Financial Growth: We offer competitive compensation, performance-based rewards, and local retirement or savings plans where applicable, along with financial education resources.
• Career Development: Training programs, mentorship opportunities, and growth potential within the company.
• Wellness Support: Mental health resources and wellness programs.
• Family-Friendly Perks: Parental leave, flexible work arrangements.
• Extras & Perks: Commuter benefits, employee discounts, and company-sponsored events.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees