Senior Accountant

DriveTime•Tempe, AZ

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

DriveTime Family of Brands is hiring a Senior Accountant to maintain the general ledger and supporting subsidiary ledgers while ensuring compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP). The role involves technically complex general ledger accounting, preparation and recording of complex journal entries and schedules, participation in year-end budgeting, ad hoc projects, and monthly business reporting. It is a supervisory role that reviews accounting topics and records for a rapidly growing portfolio and manages the planning, performance, presentation, and completion of special projects. The Senior Accountant serves as a key point of contact for the month-end close within their area of responsibility. The position works across business segments and functions on budgeting, forecasts, financial reporting, accounting models, audits, and process improvements. The role uses a hybrid work arrangement, with an expectation of working onsite at least three days per week.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Accounting.
At least 4 years of overall accounting or finance experience, including a minimum of 2 years in a purely accounting role.
Team management or leadership experience.
Strong general understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
Advanced Excel skills.
Strong organization and time-management skills, including the ability to prioritize multiple projects and deadlines.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including communicating with management and varied audiences.
Strong analytical and reporting abilities, including analyzing financial data and preparing timely reports.
Strong attention to detail.
Ability to work collaboratively in a high-functioning team environment.
Intellectual curiosity and ability to investigate complex accounting subjects.
Ability to work autonomously and remain self-motivated.

Nice To Haves

Licensed CPA.
Heavy general ledger experience with technical accounting concepts.
Public accounting audit experience.
Familiarity with AI and automation tools in accounting, and a proactive approach to learning and using emerging technologies to improve processes and decision-making.
Experience with technical accounting in a company with revenue of $500 million or more.

Responsibilities

Serve as a key point of contact within the area of responsibility for the month-end close process.
Review and approve technical journal entries and monthly reconciliations, including items related to servicing receivables, expense allocations, capital market financing, accruals, intercompany financial statements, and revenue recognition.
Collaborate with FP&A and other business areas to develop annual budgets, forecasts, and variance analyses across business segments.
Assist with preparation and communication of ad hoc and routine management reports.
Research accounting guidance and provide recommendations on technical accounting treatment.
Validate, test, and support the creation of accounting and financial models for revenue and cost recognition.
Communicate operational expenditure performance to corporate leadership.
Support external and internal auditors during quarterly reviews and annual audits.
Evaluate and improve existing accounting processes, policies, and reporting.
Coordinate and supervise staff while contributing as an individual team member.
Manage the planning, performance, presentation, and completion of special projects.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance, with the company covering a sizable amount of insurance premiums.
401(k).
Company-paid life insurance.
Short- and long-term disability coverage.
Professional growth opportunities.
Tuition reimbursement.
Wellness program with self-guided coaching and journeys, cash incentives, and discounts on medical premiums.
In-house gym.
Paid time off, including wellness days and holidays for full-time roles.
Competitive pay.
Smart-casual dress.