Senior Accounting Specialist

Overview

This role involves independently managing complex accounting activities, supporting statutory and operational financial reporting, and ensuring consistent application of accounting policies and internal controls across the organization.

The Senior Accounting Specialist serves as a technical accounting resource within the team, handling higher-risk and non-routine transactions, reviewing accounting outputs, and supporting audit readiness and process improvement initiatives.

Responsibilities

Advanced Accounting & General Ledger Management

• Prepare, review, and post complex journal entries, accruals, and adjustments in compliance with accounting policies and GAAP/IFRS.
• Independently manage assigned general ledger areas, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and timeliness.
• Investigate and resolve complex discrepancies in ledger accounts and transactional data.
• Support consistent application and execution of internal controls across accounting processes.

Balance Sheet Ownership & Close Leadership

• Lead balance sheet reconciliations for complex or high-risk accounts, including intercompany, fixed assets, and judgment-based accruals.
• Review reconciliations prepared by Senior Associate Specialists or Specialists and provide feedback.
• Play a key role in month-end and year-end close activities, ensuring close deadlines and quality standards are met.
• Prepare and review close schedules, workpapers, and supporting documentation.

Financial & Statutory Reporting Support

• Support preparation and review of operational and statutory financial reports.
• Compile and review accounting schedules and reporting packs for management, auditors, and regulators.
• Ensure accounting outputs meet internal quality standards and external reporting requirements.

Audit, Compliance & Risk Support

• Serve as a primary accounting contact for audits related to assigned areas.
• Prepare audit documentation, respond to audit inquiries, and support issue resolution.
• Monitor accounting policy updates and support implementation across the team.
• Identify accounting risks and support corrective actions and control enhancements.

Process Improvement & Knowledge Sharing

• Lead or contribute to process improvement and automation initiatives within accounting.
• Enhance accounting templates, reconciliations, and close checklists to improve efficiency and accuracy.
• Serve as a technical reference point and informal mentor to junior accounting staff.
• Support system implementations, upgrades, or reporting enhancements.

Requirements

• Strong technical knowledge of accounting principles (GAAP/IFRS) and financial reporting.
• Advanced experience in general ledger accounting, reconciliations, and close processes.
• High attention to detail with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to exercise professional judgment on complex or non-routine accounting matters.
• Effective communicator able to explain accounting issues clearly.
• Organized and proactive, capable of managing multiple priorities independently.
• Strong ethical standards and commitment to compliance and accuracy.

Education & Certifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in finance/accounting or related field preferred.

Experience

• 6–10 years of progressive accounting experience in corporate accounting, audit, or shared services environments.
• Experience handling complex accounting areas and supporting statutory reporting.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently with limited supervision.
• Experience reviewing work and providing guidance to junior team members.
• Proficiency with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) and advanced Excel skills.

Physical Requirements

• Remain stationary for long periods of time.
• Operate computer, peripherals, and other office equipment.
• Perform work during US business hours and time zones.

Work Conditions

• Some travel may be required.
• Remote work requires a stable internet connection.

Compensation & Benefits

• Base salary (US roles): $126,300 - $157,300
• Annual bonus eligibility for regular full-time employees; payout depends on individual and organization performance.
• Paid time-off
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits
• Life and supplemental insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability
• Flexible spending account
• 401k retirement plan
• Monthly stipend provided to cover expenses associated with working remotely and use of a personal mobile device, if applicable.

Location

Remote position requiring reliable internet connection and electricity. Work during US business hours and time zones.