Technical Accounting - Senior Associate

Overview

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

The organization is a hybrid firm; many professionals are located within a commutable distance to one of its offices. This position is considered remote, meaning job duties do not require performance 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.

Responsibilities

• Oversee general accounting operations by controlling and verifying financial transactions:
  • Verify, allocate, post, and reconcile accounts payable and receivable
• Reconcile account balances and bank statements, maintain the general ledger, and prepare month-end and year-end closes
• Help direct internal and external audits to ensure compliance
• Ensure accuracy and effectiveness in accounting tasks; suggest ways to improve efficiency and spending; produce error-free accounting reports and present 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 receivables
• Assist with tax audits and tax returns; direct 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) 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, accuracy and attention to detail, and aptitude for numbers/quantitative work
• 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 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 (does not require job duties be 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.