Role Description
We are seeking a detail-oriented Senior Accountant to support the day-to-day accounting operations of a high-growth, private equity-backed organization. This role will be responsible for core General Ledger accounting, month-end close activities, account reconciliations, and financial reporting support while partnering cross-functionally with Finance, Revenue & Billing, and operational teams.
The Senior Accountant will play a key role in our close and reporting processes, partnering closely with Finance leadership and cross-functional teams to deliver accurate, timely, and decision-useful financial information, while maintaining compliance with U.S. GAAP, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives across accounting processes. This individual should be comfortable operating in a dynamic environment, balancing strong technical accounting skills with a proactive, solutions-oriented mindset.
Successful candidates will be responsible for:
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Month-End Close & Financial Reporting
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Support execution of the monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes
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Prepare journal entries, accruals, and reclassifications across various balance sheet and P&L accounts
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Perform monthly account reconciliations and ensure timely resolution of reconciling items
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Maintain the accuracy and integrity of the General Ledger, including proper period cutoffs
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Assist with monthly variance and flux analyses across revenue, expenses, and balance sheet accounts
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Support preparation of internal financial reporting packages and schedules for management review
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General Ledger Accounting
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Own assigned areas of the General Ledger, ensuring transactions are prepared accurately and in accordance with U.S. GAAP
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Support fixed asset accounting, prepaid expenses, accruals, and expense allocations
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Assist with maintaining accounting policies, procedures, and documentation
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Partner with cross-functional teams to ensure accurate coding and classification of transactions
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Support inter-company accounting and reconciliations
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Audit & Compliance
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Prepare audit schedules and supporting documentation for external audits
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Support SOX/internal control activities and ensure compliance with accounting policies and procedures
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Assist in identifying and implementing process improvements to strengthen internal controls and reduce manual work
Qualifications
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3β6+ years of progressive accounting experience, of which 2-3 years within Big 4 Accounting is preferred
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Experience within a private equity-backed technology, or professional services environment preferred
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Bachelorβs degree in Accounting or Finance; CPA certification is required
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Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP; exposure to ASC 606 revenue recognition preferred
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Experience supporting month-end close and General Ledger accounting processes
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Experience with ERP systems; Sage Intacct experience preferred
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Advanced Excel skills and strong analytical capabilities
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Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to manage multiple priorities
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Excellent communication skills with the ability to collaborate cross-functionally
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Self-starter with a continuous improvement mindset
Requirements
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Salary range for this role is $95,000 to $115,000 per year, depending on experience
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Applicants may reside in the following states: AZ, CO, CT, DC, DE, FL, GA, IL, IN, KY, LA, MA, MD, ME, MI, MN, MO, NC, NJ, OR, PA, SC, TX, VA, and WI
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Due to FL legislation, MissionWired is required to participate in e-verify
Benefits
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100% employer-paid premiums for platinum-level medical plan on a national health care network
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100% employer-paid life insurance and short-term disability
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50% employer-paid vision and dental insurance
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401(k) with 3% employer contribution
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20 vacation days in addition to 12 paid holidays, sick days, bereavement leave, and a volunteer day off
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Paid parental leave at 100% of your salary
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Financial support for reproductive and transgender care
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Flexible telecommute and remote work policies
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Company-issued Mac products for home offices
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Cell phone service reimbursement, meal and ride-share reimbursement, and other perks available
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*Supporting your team on some nights and weekends as we approach high-volume times, such as elections, may be required