Senior Accountant | remote (New York/ Connecticut)

Overview

Location: New York, Connecticut, US

Position Type: Full-time, Permanent

Work Model: Remote (may occasionally require working from the office based on business requirements)

Industry: Energy Data & Analytics / Financial Technology

Reporting To: Corporate Controller

This role involves supporting the Corporate Controller with daily accounting operations, monthly close activities, and financial reporting for multiple entities within a global group. The Senior Accountant will manage full-cycle accounting processes, ensuring accuracy and completeness of financial records, including journal entries, revenue recognition, bank reconciliations, and sales tax compliance.

Responsibilities

• Perform full-cycle accounting duties including general ledger journal entries and reconciliations
• Reconcile bank accounts daily and report cash balances
• Support the monthly close process across group entities
• Own the monthly management accounts, including variance analysis and commentary
• Issue customer invoices, resolve billing questions, and assist with collections
• Record monthly revenue recognition entries and reconcile deferred revenue accounts
• Support the Accounts Payable process, including booking vendor bills and processing payments
• Review and approve sales tax returns and manage sales tax registrations
• Maintain strong financial controls and ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP
• Assist with implementation and improvement of accounting policies, procedures, and processes
• Collaborate with other departments to ensure complete and accurate financial reporting
• Support ongoing projects across the Finance department, including audits, system improvements, and process automation

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance, or CPA/ACCA/MBA
• Minimum 3 years of general ledger accounting experience, preferably in a software or technology company
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP
• Hands-on experience with NetSuite ERP
• Experience preparing and filing sales tax returns
• Experience with multi-currency accounting
• Comfortable working with complex, multinational operations
• Familiarity with Avalara or similar tax automation software
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills
• Strong attention to detail and analytical skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate across departments

Compensation & Benefits

• Opportunity to work in a rapidly growing company within the energy and commodities data sector
• Exposure to cutting-edge technology and industry experts
• Significant opportunity to impact strategy, revenue growth, and decision-making
• Collaborative work environment with autonomy to drive meaningful change

Location

Remote position based in New York or Connecticut, US, with occasional office presence as required

Note: No visa sponsorship is available for this position.

Equal Opportunity: The employer is committed to diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all qualified individuals without discrimination based on race, gender, sexual orientation, disability, or any other protected status.