Senior Accountant

Lakeside Software•Boston, MA

21h

About The Position

Lakeside Software is seeking a Senior Staff Accountant to support the global accounting function, with primary responsibility for month-end close, financial reporting, and operational accounting activities. This role will partner closely with internal teams and external advisors to ensure accurate financial records, timely close, and compliance with U.S. GAAP and international requirements. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, hands-on, and comfortable operating in a dynamic, multinational environment.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
4–6+ years of progressive accounting experience (industry or public accounting)
Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP
Hands-on experience with month-end close and account reconciliations
Experience with AP, expense reports, billing, and payroll accounting
Advanced Excel skills

Nice To Haves

Experience supporting international entities and multi-currency environments
Exposure to VAT, sales & use tax, or other indirect taxes
Audit support experience (Big 4 or mid-tier public accounting a plus)
CPA or CPA-eligible preferred
Experience with ERP systems and accounting automation tools

Responsibilities

Support and execute the global month-end close process, including journal entries, account reconciliations, and close-related analyses
Prepare and review balance sheet and income statement accounts, ensuring accuracy and completeness
Perform variance analysis and provide clear explanations of period-over-period changes
Manage accounts payable processes, including invoice review, coding, and payment support
Review and process employee expense reports in compliance with company policy
Support payroll accounting, including accruals, reconciliations, and coordination with payroll providers
Support billing activities and assist with collections efforts as needed
Support sales and use (S&U) tax management and compliance
Assist with VAT returns and international indirect tax filings
Collaborate with external advisors on U.S. and statutory tax and accounting requirements
Prepare and support internal and external financial reporting deliverables
Support U.S. GAAP audits and statutory audits for international entities, including audit schedules and documentation
Assist in maintaining accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls
Participate in ad-hoc accounting projects, process improvements, and system enhancements
Partner with FP&A, HR, Legal, and Operations to support accurate financial reporting
Provide general accounting support as the company continues to scale globally