Senior Accountant

Discovery Talent Strategies; Cleveland (OH); Remote; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm is seeking a Senior Accounting / Team Lead to manage client relationships and lead a dynamic team of accounting professionals. This role emphasizes meticulous financial reporting, adherence to GAAP standards, and insightful analysis. You'll play a crucial part in enhancing efficiency through process improvements while fostering a collaborative environment. If you thrive in a fast-paced setting and are passionate about financial excellence, this opportunity is perfect for you. Enjoy the benefits of a flexible work-from-home arrangement and a culture that values growth and teamwork.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and Disability Insurance

Flexible Spending Account

Generous PTO Policy

Permanent Work from Home

Amazing culture & team

Growth opportunities

Company 401k Contribution

Tech Gear (3 monitors, laptop)

Annual In-Person Get Together

Qualifications

• 3-5 years as an Accounting Manager in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience leading a team and managing client relationships.
• Strong understanding of accounting processes and technology.

Responsibilities

• Serve as primary accounting contact for client portfolios.
• Manage revenue cycle, invoicing, and collections.
• Lead a team of accounting professionals and mentor them.

Skills

GAAP Compliance

QuickBooks Online

Revenue Recognition (ASC 606)

Payroll Management

Financial Modeling (Excel)

Analytical Skills

Project Management

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting

Master's in Accounting

CPA License

Tools

Google Sheets

Microsoft Excel

Xero

Intacct

NetSuite

Avalara

Job description

Summary : As a Senior Accounting / Team Lead, you will serve as the primary accounting contact for a portfolio of clients, ensuring meticulous financial reporting, strict adherence to GAAP and regulatory standards, and the delivery of insightful analysis to management teams and stakeholders. Your expertise will be vital in managing client engagements, leading and developing a team of accounting professionals, and implementing process improvements that enhance efficiency and accuracy. This role requires a proactive leader with a strong technical accounting background, capable of navigating dynamic environments and contributing to the success of rapidly growing businesses. If you are passionate about providing clarity through financial excellence and are ready to lead with a solution-oriented approach, we encourage you to apply.

Location : Work from Home

THE PERKS

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and Disability Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
• Generous PTO Policy
• Permanent Work from Home
• Amazing culture & team
• Growth opportunities abound multiple tracks to choose from
• Company 401k Contribution
• Loads of Tech Gear, including 3 monitors, laptop, etc.
• Annual In-Person Get Together

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Ownership of Client Accounting Relationship :

• Serve as the primary day-to-day accounting contact for a portfolio of clients, developing deep familiarity with each clients financial operations and accounting data.
• Be the go-to resource for questions about account balances, transactions, and variances able to explain the details behind financial results with clarity and accuracy.
• Support client decision-making by preparing accurate and timely financial information, with guidance and oversight from a Controller
• Other key responsibilities include :
• Manage revenue cycle (order to cash), including invoicing, collections, and revenue recognition
• Oversee expense management process, including coding, approval workflows, andaccruals
• Lead or support payroll processing, preparing payroll-related journal entries and reconciling payroll activity
• Executing the monthly close process : journal entries, reconciliations, supporting schedules, and drafting management reports and KPI summaries
• Execution of client compliance
• Maintain sound internal controls and process documentation
• Oversee compliance with GAAP and relevant regulatory requirements
• Prepare compliance-related reports and schedules such as : sales tax & loan covenant calculations
• Lead and mentor a team of five accounting professionals, guiding best practices, career development, and performance management to foster a high-performing, collaborative team environment.
• Participate as part of the hiring team and help onboard new team members, ensuring they have the tools, resources, and knowledge needed to succeed.
• Use the Driven Insights Employee Review Program and Career Development Program to provide constructive feedback that supports professional growth and alignment with company goals

Additional Responsibilities :

• Assumes other special activities and responsibilities as required. These include projects such as researching and implementing new technology for internal and customer use, as well as process improvement initiatives.

Required Skills and Abilities :

• Experience successfully revamping accounting processes and technology
• Strong with complex revenue recognition (eg : ASC 606 for subscription revenue)
• Deep knowledge of complex payroll
• Strong QuickBooks Online experience required. Xero, Intacct & NetSuite are a plus to have.
• Strong understanding of KPIs with track record of using to make quick, informed decisions
• Exceptionally strong Google Sheet / Microsoft Excel GAAP-compliant financial modeling skills
• Firm grasp on sales tax liability management, including usage of management tool like Avalara
• Sound written and verbal communication skills
• Proven analytical, problem-solving, critical thinking, decision-making & project management skills
• Willing to work at a high level of intensity and fast pace to support the needs of rapidly growing businesses
• Flexible and able to handle multiple projects at one time while maintaining incredible attention to detail
• Maintain a positive, solutions-focused attitude
• Ability to use good judgement and keep client and Driven Insights information confidential
• Deliver consistent excellent customer service to internal / external customers, colleagues and management

Education and Experience :

• Experience as lead accountant in rapidly growing firm(s)
• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting
• Masters in Accounting and / or CPA license preferred
• Minimum 3-5 years of experience as an Accounting Manager
• 2+ years of audit work as an auditor in CPA firm

Physical Requirements :

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must constantly operate a computer and other office productivity machinery, such as a calculator, copy machine, and printer.
• Must be able to lift laptop and reams of paper
• Infrequent travel (eg : annual in-person get together in cool locations) for professional development activities