Staff Accountant

Overview

This role ensures the financial integrity, accuracy, and control of NORAM (U.S. and Canada) financial statements by executing and overseeing general ledger accounting and month-end close activities within the finance function. The position acts as a critical control point between business operations and finance shared services execution, supporting compliance, consistency, and quality of financial outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Own and review month-end close activities
• Review and approve journal entries and reconciliations
• Coordinate processes for external contractor cost tracking and recognition
• Review revenue and cost accrual entries
• Ensure balance sheet integrity and resolve aged items
• Manage intercompany reconciliations and resolve mismatches
• Support audits and ensure compliance with IFRS and US GAAP
• Perform financial analysis and variance reviews
• Partner with stakeholders to resolve issues
• Drive automation and continuous improvement initiatives
• Own accounting judgment, validation, risk identification, and root-cause resolution
• Coordinate with FP&A on the development, maintenance, and distribution of financial reporting
• Align and apply best practices within project management systems to ensure seamless financial integration

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance (CPA preferred)
• 2–5 years of experience in R2R/GL accounting, month-end close, and audit support
• IFRS (required); US GAAP (preferred)
• Experience with ERP systems and advanced Excel
• Strong problem-solving skills with attention to detail
• Research and resolution skills, data analysis, and strong multi-tasking ability
• Good prioritization and organizational skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, high-volume environment with emphasis on accuracy and timeliness
• Familiarity with Revenue and Cost recognition (preferred)

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience using AI in a practical, applied way (e.g., improving workflows, automating tasks, enabling better decision-making, or increasing impact in prior roles)
• Understanding that this does not require deep technical or engineering expertise in AI; curiosity, experimentation, and continuous learning are valued

Success Criteria

• Month-End Close Timeliness: complete assigned close activities, journal entries, and deliverables in line with the agreed close calendar timelines
• Journal Entry Accuracy: ensure journal entries are prepared and posted accurately with minimal corrections or rework
• Reconciliation Completion & Quality: complete balance sheet reconciliations on time with clear support and minimal unreconciled differences
• Aged Balance Resolution: proactively identify and reduce aged or unsupported balance sheet items over time
• Variance Analysis Quality: deliver accurate and timely variance analysis with clear explanations and supporting data
• Compliance & Controls Adherence: maintain compliance with internal controls, accounting policies (IFRS/US GAAP), and audit requirements
• Intercompany Reconciliation Accuracy: ensure timely resolution of intercompany differences and alignment with counterparties
• Continuous Improvement & Issue Resolution: identify process issues, support automation efforts, and improve efficiency and data accuracy

Compensation & Benefits

• Target compensation: $60K–70K USD (mix of base salary and bonus)
• Bonus structure: quarterly or bi-annual depending on the role
• Health benefits: full suite of medical coverage with strong employer contributions, plus Dental and Vision; additional voluntary coverage options for Pets, Identity Theft Protection, Accident & Critical Illness
• 401(k) program: employer matching 50% up to the first 10% of employee contributions
• Wellness plan: credits to premiums and employer contributions toward a savings plan of your choice
• EAP and concierge services plus pre-paid legal at no cost
• Time off: paid holidays, floating holidays, birthday off, volunteer day, and discretionary time off (DTO)
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Learning & development opportunities including tuition reimbursement
• Company-paid parking for employees based in the Nashville and Milwaukee offices

Location

• NORAM coverage (U.S. and Canada)
• Travel 10% required
• Not able to consider candidates residing in the state of Hawaii currently.

Additional Information

• Reports to: Sumaira Kouser
• Collaboration includes Finance O2C, P2P, business partners, and operations

Disclaimer

This job profile outlines the general nature and level of work performed. Additional duties may be assigned and may change due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons.