Accountant II

OpenGov Inc.

Chicago (IL)

On-site

USD 75,000 - 90,000

Full time

10 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive healthcare options

401(k) with company match

Paid parental leave

Wellness stipends

Professional development

Weekly catered lunches

Job summary

OpenGov Inc. is seeking an Accountant to play a foundational role in delivering accurate, timely financial data for our public sector operations.

Based four days per week in our Chicago office, you will execute key general ledger activities across monthly, quarterly, and annual close cycles while partnering with FP&A and operations to keep reporting sharp. You will collaborate across teams to ensure disclosures are accurate, support audit readiness, and contribute to improving accounting

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
1+ years of accounting experience in public accounting or industry setting.
Foundational knowledge of US GAAP and financial statements.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and related products.
Strong attention to detail and organization; ability to manage multiple tasks in a close cycle.
Clear written and verbal communication; comfortable cross-functional with finance and non-finance stakeholders.
Comfortable using AI-native tools to accelerate accounting workflows and data analysis.

Responsibilities

Execute general ledger accounting for assigned areas, including accruals, fixed assets, leases, prepaids, and intangibles.
Contribute to monthly, quarterly, and annual close activities.
Partner with FP&A and cross-functional teams for accurate financial reporting.
Assist with external audit preparation by compiling documentation and responding to requests.
Support maintenance of accounting policies and surface workflow improvements.
Research accounting guidance and prepare supporting documentation for review.

Skills

Attention to detail

Cross-functional collaboration

Analytical mindset

Clear communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Tools

Excel

NetSuite

AI-native tools

Job description

OpenGov is the leader in AI and ERP solutions for local and state governments in the U.S. More than 2,000 cities, counties, state agencies, school districts, and special districts rely on the OpenGov Public Service Platform to operate efficiently, adapt to change, and strengthen the public trust. Category-leading products include enterprise asset management, procurement and contract management, accounting and budgeting, billing and revenue management, permitting and licensing, and transparency and open data. These solutions come together in the OpenGov ERP, allowing public sector organizations to focus on priorities and deliver maximum ROI with every dollar and decision in sync. Learn about OpenGov's mission to power more effective and accountable government and the vision of high-performance government for every community at OpenGov.com.

Job Summary

The Accountant plays a foundational role in that mission, delivering the accurate, timely financial data that enables OpenGov to grow and serve the public sector with integrity. Reporting to the Accounting Manager and based four days per week in our Chicago office, this role executes key GL accounting activities across monthly, quarterly, and annual close cycles while partnering with FP&A and operations to keep our financial reporting sharp and reliable.

Responsibilities

Execute general ledger accounting for assigned areas - including accruals, fixed assets, leases, prepaids, and intangibles - by recording journal entries, preparing reconciliations, and supporting variance analyses
Contribute to monthly, quarterly, and annual close activities by completing assigned deliverables on time and within established procedures
Partner with FP&A and cross-functional teams to gather information, resolve discrepancies, and support accurate and timely financial reporting
Assist with external audit preparation by compiling supporting documentation and responding to auditor requests within assigned areas
Support the maintenance of accounting policies and procedures, and surface ideas for workflow improvements within your area of ownership
Research accounting guidance on assigned topics and prepare supporting documentation for manager review

Requirements and Preferred Experience

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field, or equivalent work experience
1+ years of accounting experience in a public accounting or industry setting
Foundational knowledge of US GAAP, financial statements, and core accounting principles
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and related products
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks within a close cycle
Clear written and verbal communication skills; comfortable working cross-functionally with finance and non-finance stakeholders
Comfortable using AI-native tools to accelerate accounting workflows, improve efficiency, and support data analysis

Preferred Experience

Experience with NetSuite or a similar cloud-based ERP system
Exposure to accruals, fixed assets, prepaids, or lease accounting
CPA candidate status or active pursuit of CPA certification
Background in a SaaS, technology, or high-growth company environment
Familiarity with government technology or the public sector

Compensation

Chicago, IL: $75,000 - $90,000

On target ranges above include base plus a portion of variable compensation that is earned based on company and individual performance.

The final compensation will be determined by a number of factors such as qualifications, expertise, and the candidate's geographical location.

Why OpenGov?

A Mission That Matters.

At OpenGov, public service is personal. We are passionate about our mission to power more effective and accountable government. Government that operates efficiently, adapts to change, and strengthens public trust. Some people say this is boring. We think it's the core of our democracy.

Opportunity to Innovate

The next great wave of innovation is unfolding with AI, and it will impact everything-from the way we work to the way governments interact with their residents. Join a trusted team with the passion, technology, and expertise to drive innovation and bring AI to local government. We've touched 2,000 communities so far, and we're just getting started.

A Team of Passionate, Driven People

This isn't your typical 9-to-5 job; we operate in a fast-paced, results-driven environment where impact matters more than simply clocking in and out. Our global team of 800+ employees is united in our commitment to challenge the status quo. OpenGov is headquartered in San Francisco and has offices in Atlanta, Boston, Chicago, Dubuque, Dallas, and Pune.

A Place to Make Your Mark

We pride ourselves on our performance-based culture, where every employee is encouraged to jump in head-first and take action to help us improve. If you have a great idea, we want to hear it. Excellent performance is recognized and rewarded, and we love to promote from within.

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