Senior Accountant

Overview

A fast-growing, private equity-backed SaaS company in the healthcare technology sector is seeking a Senior Accountant to enhance accounting operations and support rapid growth. This role requires expertise in revenue recognition (ASC 606) and strong general ledger accounting skills. The Senior Accountant will manage the order-to-cash cycle, execute monthly close functions, and serve as a key liaison for audit readiness and cross-functional collaboration.

Responsibilities

General Ledger & Month-End Close Operations

• Execute an efficient, accelerated monthly accounting close covering revenue and corporate accounting.
• Prepare and record journal entries, account reconciliations, and variance analyses for revenue and core balance sheet and income statement items (e.g., accruals, prepaids, capitalizable costs).
• Collaborate with the finance team to identify automation opportunities to streamline the close process.

Revenue Accounting & Order-to-Cash

• Own end-to-end revenue recognition under ASC 606, reviewing complex sales contracts and partnering with Corporate Controller and Sales Operations.
• Manage billing reconciliation processes to ensure data integrity between CRM (Salesforce), billing systems, and NetSuite.
• Calculate monthly SaaS metrics (ARR/MRR) aligned with recognized revenue and billing forecasts.
• Partner with Revenue Operations to maintain forward-looking billings forecasts based on pipeline and contract terms.

Technical Accounting & Audit Readiness

• Lead audit readiness initiatives, preparing audit schedules and workpapers for external auditors.
• Act as technical contact for external audit teams during annual audits and quarterly reviews.
• Review and simplify revenue recognition policies and processes for audit readiness.
• Conduct standalone selling price (SSP) analyses and evaluate prior-period accounting treatments per US GAAP.
• Research and draft technical accounting memoranda on complex transactions or new accounting standards.

Process Improvement & Systems

• Design, document, and implement accounting workflows to strengthen internal controls and reduce reporting risks.
• Assist in evaluating financial reporting functions and policies with a focus on SEC/IPO readiness.
• Utilize emerging AI tools and automation to improve accounting efficiency.
• Support M&A activities including due diligence, quality of earnings analyses, and post-close integration.

Required Experience & Qualifications

• 3-5+ years of progressive accounting experience; public accounting experience (Big 4 or large regional firm) preferred.
• Experience in SaaS or technology business models required; experience at a PE-backed company is a plus.
• Knowledge of complex multi-product contracts, channel partner agreements, or healthcare customer arrangements is advantageous.
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting; active CPA strongly preferred.
• Expertise in multi-element revenue arrangements, deep US GAAP knowledge, ASC 606 mastery, and familiarity with SEC reporting/IPO readiness.
• Advanced Excel skills (Pivot tables, XLOOKUP) and experience with NetSuite.
• Experience with Salesforce and reporting tools.
• Interest and ability to leverage AI tools for efficiency.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary range: $105,000 - $125,000, with eligibility for an annual discretionary bonus.
• Competitive insurance coverage.
• 401(k) program with company match.
• Unlimited vacation days.
• Remote position open to applicants within the continental United States.

Location

This is a remote position available to candidates located in the continental United States.

Equal Opportunity

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without discrimination based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, protected veteran status, disability, or any other protected status under federal, state, or local laws.