Accountant II

Overview

The organization is seeking a detail-oriented Corporate Accountant to support corporate accounting activities across its multi-branch operations in the United States. This role will assist with general ledger maintenance, month-end close, financial reporting, and acquisition integration, including purchase accounting and opening balance sheet reconciliations. The position also contributes to strengthening accounting processes and internal controls as the organization grows.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing monthly financial statements and other required or ad hoc financial reports, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Drive the monthly general ledger close process, including account reconciliations and preparation and posting of journal entries; incorporate close process improvements using FloQast and other tools.
• Perform monthly variance analysis (actual vs. budget) and review material variances with the Accounting Manager and CFO; investigate discrepancies by coordinating with relevant departments.
• Evaluate accounting systems and procedures; recommend and implement improvements to strengthen internal controls and increase efficiency.
• Provide accounting support to management by clarifying expense-related issues and ensuring proper treatment of transactions.
• Prepare audit schedules and support external auditors during annual and interim audits.
• Prepare and file sales tax returns for multiple states and ensure timely compliance.
• Support purchase accounting and other M&A activities, including building out accounting systems and opening balance sheet reconciliations for new acquisitions.
• Support accounts receivable and accounts payable functions, including adjustments research and invoice review.
• Support annual compliance processes, including business licenses and annual reports.
• Maintain accurate vendor and customer master data within the accounting system.
• Ensure compliance with US GAAP, company policies, and internal control requirements.

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years of accounting experience, preferably in a multi-branch/multi-division organization.
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field required.
• CPA or active pursuit of CPA licensure preferred.
• Microsoft Office suite; advanced Excel skills required. Data analytics certificates/experience a plus.
• Experience with NetSuite, Avalara, Sage 100, QuickBooks, and Salesforce a plus.
• Strong work ethic, self-motivation, and an entrepreneurial mindset; thrives in a fast-paced, changing environment.