Senior Accountant, Transaction Processing - Remote

Overview

This role performs a variety of accounting activities, including month-end close processes, journal entries, reconciliations, variance analysis, and financial reporting. The Senior Staff Accountant, Transaction Processing ensures accurate financial records, supports audits, and provides accounting insights to support financial decision-making. Routine tasks are handled independently, with increasing complexity as responsibilities expand.

Responsibilities

• Perform and review monthly close activities, including journal entries, balance sheet reconciliations, and financial analyses to ensure accurate financial reporting.
• Prepare and analyze financial statements, variance reports, and other management reports to track financial performance and identify trends.
• Reconcile complex accounts, including intercompany transactions, cash management, fixed assets, and tax-related accounts.
• Support tax filings, regulatory reporting, and compliance efforts to ensure timely and accurate reporting to external agencies as needed.
• Assist with financial planning, forecasting, and cash flow analysis, collaborating with finance teams on budgeting processes.
• Provide technical accounting support and conduct accounting research to ensure proper treatment of financial transactions under relevant accounting guidelines.
• Prepare reports for external filings, including SEC forms (10-K, 10-Q, 8-K) and other regulatory requirements where applicable.
• Identify and implement process improvements to streamline accounting functions and improve efficiency and accuracy.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, including auditors, tax authorities, and financial analysts, to ensure transparency and compliance in financial operations.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP, Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX), and company accounting policies; support audit requests and internal control processes.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Maintain regular and reliable attendance.
• Comply with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required, or
• A combination of education and significant experience in accounting or finance may be considered in lieu of a degree.
• Master’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration (MBA preferred).
• 3–5 years of experience in accounting, financial reporting, or audit required.
• Experience in corporate accounting, tax, intercompany transactions, fixed assets, or financial reporting preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong knowledge of GAAP, financial reporting, and general accounting principles.
• Experience with month-end close processes, journal entries, and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Proficiency in ERP systems (e.g., Oracle) and financial reporting tools.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work independently on complex accounting tasks and financial research.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills working with cross-functional teams.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced corporate environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) preferred.
• Certified Management Accountant (CMA) preferred.

Compensation & Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision plans.
• Competitive pay and full benefits package.
• Paid time off.
• Flexible scheduling.
• 401(k) with matching.