Senior GL Accountant

Verista•Boston, MA

22h•Remote

About The Position

The Senior GL Accountant will support the day-to-day accounting operations of the company, including general ledger maintenance, account reconciliations, and month-end close activities. This role requires strong attention to detail, the ability to work under tight deadlines common to PE-backed reporting cycles, and a willingness to take on increasing responsibility as the company scales. The Sr GL Accountant will report to the Controller and work closely with FP&A and the broader finance team to ensure accurate, timely financial information for management.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
2-5 years of accounting experience; public accounting or private equity portfolio company experience a plus
Working knowledge of U.S. GAAP
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel; experience with ERP systems (e.g., Data rails, Salesforce) preferred
Experience preparing commission statements, accruals, reconciliation, and payment processing in accordance with the agreements
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
Strong written and verbal communication skills
High level of integrity and ability to handle confidential financial information

Nice To Haves

public accounting or private equity portfolio company experience a plus
experience with ERP systems (e.g., Data rails, Salesforce) preferred
ideal candidate will be located in the New England region

Responsibilities

Prepare and post journal entries for the monthly, quarterly, and annual close process
Perform account reconciliations (bank, prepaid, accrued liabilities, intercompany) and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner
Support the preparation of monthly financial reporting packages for management and the private equity sponsor
Maintain accurate general ledger records in accordance with GAAP
Assist with fixed asset accounting, including additions, disposals, and depreciation schedules
Support internal and external audit requests, including preparation of schedules and documentation
Prepare commission statements, accruals, reconciliation, and payment processing in accordance with the agreements
Assist with sales/use tax filings and other regulatory compliance requirements
Help identify and implement process improvements to increase efficiency and strengthen internal controls
Support ad hoc financial analysis and special projects as the business scales, including diligence requests related to add-on acquisitions