Senior GL Accountant

Vertafore•Denver, CO

18d•$70,000 - $100,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Vertafore is a leading technology company whose innovative software solutions are advancing the insurance industry. Our suite of products provides solutions to our customers that help them better manage their business, boost their productivity and efficiencies, and lower costs while strengthening relationships. Our mission is to move InsurTech forward by putting people at the heart of the industry. We are leading the way with product innovation, technology partnerships, and focusing on customer success. Our fast-paced and collaborative environment inspires us to create, think, and challenge each other in ways that make our solutions and our teams better. We are headquartered in Denver, Colorado, with offices across the U.S., Canada, and India. Welcome to our exciting team! This Senior Accountant reports to the GL Manager, Accounting, and is a key member of the general ledger team. This role plays a critical part in the monthly close process, including preparing journal entries, performing variance analysis, and maintaining account reconciliations. The ideal candidate is a strong team player, proactive problem solver, and self-starter who seeks opportunities to refine processes and improve efficiency. This position partners closely with FP&A and other business stakeholders to understand operation activity and ensure accurate accounting and reporting. The Senior Accountant also provides timely and accurate responses to internal and external inquiries and supports audit and compliance efforts.

Requirements

SaaS software industry experience preferred
Strong analytical skills to identify trends, variances, and problem areas
Ability to manage multiple tasks, meet deadlines, prioritize work, and remain well organized
Intermediate to advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including formulas and pivot tables
Team-oriented mindset with strong listening skills and openness to feedback and best practices
Comfort with change in a continuous improvement environment
Strong communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively and present information in meetings
NetSuite experience preferred but not required
Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field, or equivalent experience, required
Three or more years of work experience in an accounting role

Responsibilities

Be an integral part of the month-end close process including owning journal entries for multiple business areas, performing variance analysis, and preparing and maintaining account reconciliations
Partner with FP&A and other colleagues to understand the business and ensure our accurate financial reporting
Identify opportunities to improve or eliminate manual processes and mitigate risk through automation and emerging technologies, including AI
Generate and maintain monthly analytical files tracking changes in various Income Statement accounts and collaborate with FP&A to ensure consistency and accuracy
Assist with SOX compliance documentation and support adherence to accounting policies and internal controls
Coordinate with external auditors by fulfilling audit requests and responding to inquiries
Document, maintain, and continuously improve accounting processes and procedures
Support vendor setup and maintenance activities to ensure accurate accounting and proper controls
Oversee outsourced transaction and property tax activities, including sales and use tax compliance, filings, and audits.
Coordinate with internal teams and external advisors to review tax accruals, address tax questions, and ensure timely, accurate compliance
Participate in special projects and perform other duties as assigned by management