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
Reports To: Corporate Controller

This role involves supporting the Corporate Controller with daily accounting operations, monthly close activities, and financial reporting for multiple entities within the organization. The Senior Accountant will be responsible for full-cycle accounting processes, ensuring accuracy and completeness of financial records, and managing monthly financials.

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

This position is based in New York or Connecticut, US, with a remote work model that may occasionally require office presence based on business needs.

Additional Information

• No visa sponsorship is available for this position.
• Applications must include a PDF CV in English highlighting relevant experience.
• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
• Agency submissions are not accepted.
• The organization 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.