Senior Accountant

Trustly • Lisbon, NY

27d • $90,000 - $110,000

About The Position

We are looking for a Senior Accountant to join the Controllers organisation and own general ledger accounting and financial reporting for one or more Trustly entities in the Americas region. This is a hands-on GL and financial reporting role: the successful candidate will be a strong technical accountant with deep US GAAP expertise, comfortable owning the close process end to end and partnering with auditors, tax, and cross-functional finance teams.

Requirements

• 3+ years of progressive accounting experience, ideally with public accounting experience (Big 4 or national accounting firm).
• Strong technical knowledge of US GAAP; experience with IFRS is a plus given Trustly's global reporting requirements.
• Public accounting experience (e.g., at a Big 4 or national accounting firm) is a plus.
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; CPA or equivalent professional qualification preferred.
• Experience managing or supporting external audits.
• Proficiency in accounting software (NetSuite experience preferred) and strong Excel skills.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with a keen eye for detail and accuracy.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, international environment.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with IFRS is a plus given Trustly's global reporting requirements.
• Public accounting experience (e.g., at a Big 4 or national accounting firm) is a plus.
• CPA or equivalent professional qualification preferred.
• NetSuite experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Own the accurate and timely month-end and year-end close for assigned entities, including preparing and reviewing journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules.
• Maintain the general ledger, ensuring transactions are properly recorded, classified, and supported in accordance with US GAAP.
• Prepare and/or review financial statements and management reporting packages, ensuring accuracy and compliance with US GAAP (and IFRS at Group level where applicable).
• Act as a day-to-day point of contact for external auditors, preparing audit schedules, responding to requests, and helping ensure a smooth and efficient audit process.
• Ensure compliance with US GAAP, internal accounting policies, and relevant financial controls, and support SOX or other regulatory requirements as applicable.
• Perform balance sheet reconciliations and analytical reviews, proactively identifying and resolving discrepancies.
• Identify and implement improvements to accounting processes, close efficiency, and internal controls.
• Partner with Tax, Treasury, FP&A, and other finance and business teams on accounting matters, technical questions, and cross-functional projects.

What This Job Offers

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