Lead Staff Accountant (Remote)

This position is posted by Jobgether on behalf of a partner company. We are currently looking for a Senior Staff Accountant. In this role, you will play a crucial part in building scalable financial infrastructure to support a high-growth organization. You will collaborate closely with accounting and finance teams to enhance operational efficiency, drive scalable practices, and ensure the accuracy of financial reporting. Your expertise will also foster a culture of continuous improvement, enabling the organization to make informed financial decisions. As a key player, you will lead initiatives that align with the company's mission, ensuring financial integrity across all operations.<br><br><strong>Accountabilities<br><br></strong><ul><li>Work with accounting staff to facilitate monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting.</li><li>Oversee the accounts payable function by reviewing vendor invoicing and monitoring payment cycles.</li><li>Reconcile AP aging between Bill.com and NetSuite and oversee payment disbursement.</li><li>Prepare and review complex journal entries and perform reconciliations.</li><li>Manage complex intercompany transactions and allocate expenses to subsidiaries.</li><li>Maintain and reconcile intangible assets and prepaid expense schedules.</li><li>Drive continuous improvement initiatives for corporate accounting processes.</li><li>Support external audits by coordinating requests and managing communications.</li><li>Set up internal control systems to prevent inaccuracies in financial documents.</li><li>Collaborate with system vendors to optimize accounting systems and support automation.<br><br></li></ul><strong>Requirements<br><br></strong><ul><li>5-7 years of relevant experience in accounting or finance.</li><li>BA/BS required in Finance or Accounting; CPA preferred.</li><li>Proficiency in Microsoft Suite, Google Suite, NetSuite, Bill.com.</li><li>In-depth knowledge of GAAP.</li><li>Experience with multiple subsidiaries and intercompany allocations.</li><li>Strong ethical standards and integrity.</li><li>Effective communication skills at all organizational levels.</li><li>Attention to detail with the ability to articulate details appropriately.</li><li>Problem-solving skills and ability to address issues professionally.</li><li>Tech-savvy with enthusiasm for applying technology to business processes.</li><li>Strong organizational skills to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.</li><li>Self-starter with initiative and ability to manage multiple projects.</li><li>Pride in meeting deadlines and exceeding quality expectations.</li><li>Customer-centric and team-oriented mindset.<br><br></li></ul><strong>Benefits<br><br></strong><ul><li>Estimated annual salary: $120,000 - $141,500 plus equity and discretionary bonus.</li><li>Benefits include medical, vision, and dental coverage.</li><li>401K plan with employer contributions.</li><li>Generous time off and parental leave.</li><li>Wellness reimbursements.</li><li>Professional development opportunities.</li><li>Employee investing discount and more perks!<br><br></li></ul><strong>Why Apply Through Jobgether?<br><br></strong>We use an AI-powered matching process to ensure your application is reviewed quickly, objectively, and fairly against the role's core requirements. Our system identifies the top-fitting candidates, and this shortlist is then shared directly with the hiring company. The final decision and next steps (interviews, assessments) are managed by their internal team.<br><br>We appreciate your interest and wish you the best!<br><br>Data Privacy Notice: By submitting your application, you acknowledge that Jobgether will process your personal data to evaluate your candidacy and share relevant information with the hiring employer. This processing is based on legitimate interest and pre-contractual measures under applicable data protection laws (including GDPR). You may exercise your rights (access, rectification, erasure, objection) at any time.<br><br>We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.<br><br>

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