Technical Accounting - Senior Associate

Overview

This role is a Senior Associate position on the Technical Accounting team within the CFO Advisory practice.

The employer is a hybrid organization; most professionals are located within a commutable distance to one of the firm’s offices. This position is considered remote, meaning job duties do not require being performed within proximity of an office. Remote employees may be required to be present at an office with scheduled notice for client work, team meetings, or trainings.

This team works with the office of the CFO function across startups and middle market to upper middle market companies, supporting strategic, operational, and accounting challenges. The team assists with preparation for public or private transactions and provides pre- and post-transaction support in coordination with the M&A group.

Responsibilities

• Oversee general accounting operations by controlling and verifying financial transactions, including:
  • Verify, allocate, post, and reconcile accounts payable and receivable
• Reconcile account balances and bank statements while maintaining the general ledger
• Prepare month-end and year-end closes
• Help direct internal and external audits to ensure compliance
• Ensure accuracy and effectiveness in accounting tasks by:
  • Suggesting ways to improve efficiency and spending
  • Producing error-free accounting reports and presenting results
• Review and recommend modifications to accounting systems and procedures
• Analyze financial information and summarize financial status
• Prepare financial statements and produce budgets, including verifying, allocating, posting, and reconciling accounts payable and receivable
• Assist with tax audits and tax returns
• Develop and document business processes and accounting policies
• Strengthen internal controls

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance
• Relevant certification (CMA or CPA) is preferred
• Minimum 2 years of experience in accounting and finance functions and processes
• In-depth understanding of GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles), including financial statement preparation and analysis
• Proven ability to drive and lead corporate accounting processes such as:
  • Cash management
  • AR/AP
  • Month-end close
  • Payroll and benefits
• Demonstrated ability to communicate and interact in a highly professional manner at all levels
• Highly driven and self-motivated with a hands-on approach to ensure deliverables are produced on time with high quality
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills; strong accuracy and attention to detail; aptitude for numbers and quantitative skills
• Ability to handle multiple priorities and meet critical deadlines
• Highly proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Visio, Project)
• Ability to work flexible hours in support of the business

Preferred Qualifications

• SAP experience
• Relevant certification (CMA or CPA)

Compensation & Benefits

The employer provides a Total Rewards package that includes:

• Generous PTO
• Flexible work environment
• Expanded parental leave
• Extensive learning & development
• Paid time off for employees to volunteer

Location

Hybrid organization with offices nationwide. This role is remote, and it does not require duties to be performed within proximity of an office location; scheduled notice may require in-office presence for client work, team meetings, or trainings.

Equal Opportunity

The employer is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against based on disability.