The RoleThe Senior Accountant prepares monthly journal entries and balance sheet reconciliations to facilitate the monthly accounting close; may review monthly journal entries and balance sheet reconciliations prepared by Staff Accountants; records and reviews quarter-end and year-end closing journal entries; research and explain monthly variances of balance sheet and P&L accounts; prepare ad-hoc analysis around account balance differences along with proposed solution to resolve; and ensures accuracy and compliance of financial statement schedules in accordance with US GAAP and internal policies.What You Will DoReview, analyze and prepare monthly journal entries for month end closeAnalyze large datasets and prepare accruals for various P&L and balance sheet accountsAnalyze account variances and provide explanations between flux periods for income statement and balance sheet accountsPrepare detailed balance sheet account reconciliations, obtain corresponding support to verify accuracy of the financial numbers and resolve reconciling items timelyActively manage the fixed asset, inventory, accounts receivable, and accounts payable subledgersWork with the internal/external auditors and prepare quarter end/year-end financial reporting schedulesAssist in identifying potential process improvements, documenting new policies and procedures, and contributing to sound internal control developmentCoordinate across cross-functional departments within the company to aide in analysis, research, and adherence to GAAP accounting standards and internal policiesWork on problems of diverse scope where analysis of data requires evaluation of identifiable factorsSupport less experienced team members through mentoringAssist with ad hoc analysis and other projectsWhat You Will BringBachelor's degree in accounting or finance is requiredMaster's degree and CPA preferredProfessional Skills4-6 years professional accounting experience and strong accounting skillsPublic Accounting experience preferred, but not requiredPrior experience in a global organization strongly preferredPrior experience in the SaaS industry preferredPrior experience with Oracle/D365 / Cognos preferredKnowledgeMust be fluent in EnglishStrong understanding and knowledge of general accounting functions, practices, and US GAAP principlesExcellent analytical, organizational, and time management skillsStrong oral and written communication skillsDetail oriented, good judgement and logical decision-making ability with a hands-on approach to assigned tasksInitiative-taker with strong ethical standardsStrong understanding of the requirement so the Sarbanes Oxley Act and internal controlsComputer literate with at least intermediate proficiency in ExcelAbility to multitask in a dynamic, fast-paced environment
