Senior Accountant

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Canada.

📋 Description

• Oversee and uphold the general ledger for designated subsidiaries, ensuring precise and prompt documentation of financial transactions.

• Take full ownership of payroll and employee-related accounting processes from start to finish, encompassing payroll actuals and accruals, bonuses, commissions, severance, 401(k), employee benefits, HSA/FSA, and associated reconciliations.

• Evaluate monthly financial statements and variances compared to previous periods/previous months and provide variance explanations to management.

• Prepare work papers and month-end reconciliation for assigned balance sheet and select income statement accounts.

• Detect discrepancies and suggest potential resolutions.

• Collaborate with FP&A, Revenue Operations, Legal, Tax, and other key stakeholders.

• Assist with intercompany transactions, lease, debt, segment accounting, and M&A accounting processes.

• Ensure the effectiveness of internal controls over assigned GL areas and work with internal audit on any identified deficiencies.

• Maintain compliance with SOX and IPE requirements.

• Identify opportunities for process improvements and lead initiatives to enhance the month-end close and general ledger processes.

• Report directly to the Accounting Manager.

⛳️ Requirements

• A minimum of 3 years of accounting experience in a related field.

• A BS/BA degree in accounting is required.

• Strong comprehension of month-end and year-end closing processes within a public company.

• Proficient understanding of US GAAP standards and internal controls.

• Demonstrated diligence, organization, and strong interpersonal and communication skills.

• Ability to independently resolve issues and work autonomously.

• High level of accountability for assigned responsibilities.

• Proficient in Excel.

• Capacity to prioritize tasks, thrive under pressure, and meet deadlines in a dynamic environment.

• Experience as a Senior Accountant is preferred.

• Experience in a SaaS GL Accounting role is a plus.

• Big 4 or public accounting experience is advantageous.

• CPA designation or current CPA candidate is a plus.

• Familiarity with NetSuite, OneStream, or other ERP software is desirable.

• Must be eligible to work without sponsorship.

🏝️ Benefits

• Flexibility to work from anywhere within your country of employment – whether in-office, remote, or hybrid.

• Comprehensive wellness benefits, including an annual wellness stipend.

• Start with 3 weeks of vacation.

• One paid volunteer day of your choice.

• Two floating holidays to celebrate significant events.

• Employee Stock Purchase Program.

• Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) with a 4% company match.