Technical Accounting - Senior Associate

Overview

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

The organization is hybrid, and most professionals are located within a commutable distance to one of its offices. This specific position is considered remote, meaning routine job duties do not require performance within proximity of an office location. Remote employees may be asked to be present at an office with scheduled notice for client work, team meetings, or trainings.

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
  • Maintain the general ledger
  • Prepare month-end and year-end closes
• Support internal and external audits to ensure compliance
• Ensure accuracy and effectiveness across 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; verify, allocate, post, and reconcile accounts payable and receivable
• Assist with tax audits and tax returns; support internal and external audits to ensure compliance
• Develop and document business processes and accounting policies
• Strengthen internal controls

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance
• Relevant certification (CMA or CPA) preferred
• Minimum 2 years of experience in accounting and finance functions and processes
• In depth understanding of GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles)
• Understanding of financial statement preparation and analysis
• Proven ability to drive and lead corporate accounting processes, including cash management, AR/AP, month-end close, payroll, and benefits
• Demonstrated ability to communicate and interact in a highly professional manner at all levels
• Strong desire and proven ability to drive and lead corporate accounting processes and procedures, including cash management, AR/AP, month-end close, payroll, and benefits
• 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, with accuracy and attention to detail
• 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 preferred

Compensation & Benefits

The organization offers 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

Remote position. While most professionals are located within a commutable distance to an office, this role does not require job duties to be performed within proximity of an office location. Remote employees may be required to be present at an office with scheduled notice for client work, team meetings, or trainings.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The organization is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive team. 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 on the basis of disability.