Staff Accountant

Dimensional•Austin, TX

13d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Staff Accountant supports Dimensional’s Finance priorities by assisting with daily operations and the accounting close process, using investments in people, processes, and technology. The role performs core accounting activities and contributes to centralized global accounting activities, including accounts receivable, cash management, and corporate fixed assets. The position offers the opportunity to develop a deep understanding of key accounting processes and contribute to the coordination of Dimensional’s global operations and improvement of financial close and corporate accounting activities.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in a field such as Accounting or Finance.
At least two years of applicable general ledger experience.
Familiarity with accounting principles and procedures.
Self-motivated, with problem-solving skills.
Able to meet deadlines and work overtime as necessary during month-end close.
Able to work collaboratively, learn continuously, and identify and implement process improvements.
Proficient in Excel, including pivot tables and data analysis.
Detail-oriented and organized, with the ability to meet tight deadlines.
Excellent knowledge of accounting principles, policies, and practices, including GAAP.
Excellent verbal, written, and presentation skills.
Able to proactively accomplish critical or difficult tasks supporting business objectives.
Able to apply analytical skills to evaluate and interpret complex situations.

Nice To Haves

Experience with Oracle Cloud ERP or similar enterprise accounting systems.

Responsibilities

Assist with month-end close administration, including close management software and prioritizing and completing sequential tasks and dependencies on schedule.
Record cash receipts and apply receivables across multiple entities.
Prepare the corporate fixed asset process, including additions, retirements, and depreciation for U.S. and foreign entities.
Prepare and reconcile the Property & Equipment roll forward.
Prepare journal entries across multiple workstreams, including cash management, accruals, prepaids, and other areas as necessary.
Perform monthly bank reconciliations in multiple currencies.
Ensure capital expenditures are accounted for appropriately under Dimensional’s accounting policies for long-lived assets.
Analyze and communicate accounting requirements for capitalization.
Support the execution and operation of the Company’s global accounting processes and collaborate strategically with international accounting teams.
Partner with stakeholders including Accounts Payable, Financial Planning & Analysis, Treasury, and Corporate Tax.
Identify and implement process improvements.