Corporate Senior Accountant

JAMIS Software Corporation; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with generous employer match

Paid time off

Job summary

A growing software firm is seeking a self-motivated Senior Accountant who excels in a dynamic environment. Responsibilities include leading budget reviews, preparing reconciliations, ensuring compliance with GAAP, and assisting in client contract generation. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in accounting, at least 5 years of experience, and a strong understanding of SaaS revenue recognition. The role is based in Boulder, Colorado, offering a comprehensive benefits package including 401(k) match and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in general ledger accounting and financial reporting.
• Deep understanding of accounting, SaaS revenue recognition, and corporate finance concepts.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead monthly departmental budget reviews and identify variances.
• Prepare balance sheet account reconciliations during the monthly closing cycle.
• Ensure financial transactions are recorded in accordance with GAAP.
• Assist with generating client contracts and reviewing customer contracts.
• Develop and improve internal policies for compliance.

Skills

General ledger accounting

Financial reporting

SaaS revenue recognition

Advanced Excel skills

Analytical skills

Decision-making skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting

Job description

JAMIS Software Corporation – Corporate Senior Accountant

JAMIS is a growing company that has been supporting government contractors for more than 30 years, specializing in Finance and Accounting software. Government contractors deserve technology solutions that improve how they serve their federal customers, not get in the way. At JAMIS Software, we understand the unique requirements of tracking and managing government contracts – from the RFI, to contract award, to staffing through project delivery, accounting, and reporting – while staying compliant with DCAA, FAR, NIST, and other industry requirements. That’s why we built JAMIS Prime ERP, a modern and advanced Cloud ERP solution designed to support government contractors every step of the way. We have offices in San Diego, CA; Boulder, CO; Coral Springs, FL; Mahwah, NJ; and Reston, VA.

General Summary

JAMIS is currently seeking a self‑motivated, results‑oriented, and service‑driven Senior Accountant who thrives in a dynamic and fast‑paced business environment. The ideal candidate should have strong and broad accounting experience and the ability to apply exceptional GAAP knowledge and industry best practices to business scenarios. The Senior Accountant is ultimately responsible for entering journal entries, preparing reconciliations, and providing complex reports and analytics to management. The ideal candidate will have the ability to maintain accurate, detailed, and confidential records, possess strong analytical and time management skills, be able to effectively communicate with associates at all levels, and possess the ability to work independently with strong problem‑solving skills.

This position is based at JAMIS Software Corporation in Boulder, Colorado, and reports directly to the Director of Finance.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Lead the monthly departmental budget reviews to help identify and explain variances.
• Support the finance team in preparing balance sheet account reconciliations during the monthly closing cycle, providing thorough details and addressing any necessary corrections promptly.
• Ensure that financial transactions are correctly recorded through the general ledger in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles and corporate policies.
• Assist the Chief Financial and Operating Officer with generating the “First Draft” of client contracts, populating templates with specific terms (pricing, duration, scope) provided by the sales team.
• Reviewing customer contracts to ensure proper revenue treatment includes setting up contracts in the ERP system and evaluating the appropriate revenue carve‑out for components within each customer contract.
• Work cross‑functionally with other departments to increase financial reporting accuracy.
• Develop, drive, and improve internal policies & procedures to ensure compliance and the highest integrity of the Company’s financial results.
• Conduct deep‑dive revenue analytics, comparing actuals against forecasts to identify trends or margin improvement opportunities.
• Perform other related accounting/financial duties as requested by the CFO and Senior Management team.
• Prepare recurring and ad‑hoc reporting and analytics as needed.
• Effectively manage and execute additional special projects as required.

Requirements & Qualifications

• A bachelor’s degree in accounting is required.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in general ledger accounting and financial reporting.
• Deep understanding of accounting, SaaS revenue recognition, corporate finance concepts, and the ability to apply them in practice.
• Experience in the software industry and high technology sector is highly desirable.
• Advanced Excel spreadsheet skills are a must.
• Strong attention to detail and a solid analytic skill base.
• Ability to proactively manage priorities and goals in a fast‑paced, deadline‑driven environment.
• Be an independent high‑level contributor who can function with minimal supervision.
• Exhibit strong decision‑making skills and the ability to grasp and communicate complex concepts quickly and independently.
• Experience in developing and maintaining relationships and the ability to interact with all levels of the organization.
• Must have a results‑oriented work ethic and a positive, can‑do attitude.
• Ability to work in a small team environment is a must.

What We Offer

We value diversity at our company. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or any other applicable legally protected characteristics in the location in which the candidate is applying. We foster career development and value working together as a team. We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package; 401(k) with generous employer match; and paid time off.