Staff Accountant - General Ledger, Tax, & Compliance

Sentec • Lincoln, RI

7d • Hybrid

About The Position

We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Staff Accountant – General Ledger, Tax & Compliance to join our growing Finance team. This hybrid role combines traditional staff accounting responsibilities with hands-on compliance duties, including Sales & Use Tax filing, state business registrations, and multi-state nexus tracking. You will be instrumental in supporting the monthly close process while ensuring we remain in compliance across multiple jurisdictions.
Sentec is a Swiss-American medical device company specializing in respiratory care. Since its founding in 1999, Sentec utilizes a deep-tech approach that is founded on advanced science and avant-garde technologies for respiratory patients across care areas. Sentec provides healthcare professionals worldwide with non-invasive, continuous monitoring and effective therapeutic solutions.
By choosing a career at Sentec, you’re not just choosing a job – you’re embracing the chance to make a real impact, contributing to the development of innovative medical solutions that support the wellbeing of individuals worldwide.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration
• 2–4 years of experience in accounting, with exposure to multi-state compliance or Sales & Use Tax preferred
• Familiarity with GAAP accounting, journal entries, reconciliations, and financial reporting
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and ERP systems (NetSuite preferred)

Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly and quarterly financial statements and supporting schedules in accordance with the close calendar
• Reconcile balance sheet accounts, journal entries, and general ledger transactions
• Assist with internal and external audits, providing relevant support and documentation.
• File and maintain Sales & Use Tax returns in multiple states (manual or via Avalara)
• Track and manage state business registrations, including foreign qualifications, renewals, and withdrawals
• Coordinate with HR/PEO (e.g., Justworks) to align payroll tax registrations with corporate filings
• Partner with external tax advisors and legal to monitor regulatory changes that impact compliance
• Coordinate with internal finance leadership to prepare reports related to compliance exposure and tax liabilities
• Provide support to FP&A and the broader finance team during budgeting and forecasting cycles as needed

Benefits

• Meaningful work in a rapidly growing company with opportunity for advancement
• Directly influence the quality of products and make a difference for patients worldwide
• Opportunities for professional and personal growth
• Sentec offers competitive benefits like Medical, Dental, Vision, HSA, FSA, and 401K matching, as well as paid parental leave , a wellness stipend and tuition reimbursement.
• Sentec emphasizes employee voices and recognizes hard work making it a promising environment for professional growth.
• Sentec focuses on delivering impactful healthcare products and improving patient care.

What This Job Offers

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