Senior Accountant

Perforce Software; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement benefits

Life insurance

Wellness programs

Total time off

Job summary

Perforce Software is seeking a Senior Accountant to join our growing accounting team in Minneapolis. You will own month-end close, produce financial reporting, and work with management to analyze performance while upholding internal controls.

Ideal candidates have 3+ years of accounting experience, strong GAAP knowledge, CPA preferred, and proficiency with major ERP systems. You will collaborate across departments in a fast-paced, high-growth environment and contribute to process improvements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field.
• 3+ years of accounting experience at a staff accountant level or higher.
• CPA certification preferred.
• Strong analytical, verbal, written, and problem-solving skills.
• MS Office applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) required.
• Operational experience with a major accounting system (e.g., NetSuite, Intacct, Oracle, SAP).
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and ability to interpret new guidance.
• Experience documenting and improving systems and processes.
• Proactive, positive attitude; able to work in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform month-end closing procedures including journal entries, reconciliations, and variance analysis.
• Prepare supporting schedules and analyses for external audits.
• Assist with preparation and review of financial reports (balance sheets, income statements).
• Implement process and system improvements as needed by the business.
• Analyze financial data and resolve discrepancies.
• Other accounting duties as requested.

Skills

Analytical skills

Verbal & written communication

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Independent work

Process improvement

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting

Tools

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

NetSuite

Intacct

Oracle

SAP

Job description

Perforce is a community of collaborative experts, problem solvers, and possibility seekers who believe work should be both challenging and fun. We are proud to inspire creativity, foster belonging, support collaboration, and encourage wellness. At Perforce, you’ll work with and learn from some of the best and brightest in business. Before you know it, you’ll be in the middle of a rewarding career at a company headed in one direction: upward.

With a global footprint spanning more than 80 countries and including over 75% of the Fortune 100, Perforce Software, Inc. is trusted by the world’s leading brands to deliver solutions for the toughest challenges. The best run DevOps teams in the world choose Perforce.

Position Summary

Perforce is looking for a Senior Accountant that will be a key member of a growing accounting team reporting to the Accounting Manager. The position will be responsible for accurate and timely month-end close and financial reporting and will work closely with management to analyze overall operational performance. This will be a key position in the group and will be heavily relied upon to ensure accurate financial information is produced and appropriate accounting controls are followed. The candidate must demonstrate the ability to use accounting knowledge and previous experience to add value and assist in meeting the department's objectives while working in a fast-paced, continually changing, and high-growth environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform normal month-end closing procedures including journal entry preparation, reconciliations and variance analysis of expenses
• Provide supporting schedules and analysis during the annual external audits
• Assist with preparation and review of financial reports including balance sheets and income statements
• Implement process and system improvements as needed by the business and ensure the appropriate accounting treatment is setup
• Analyze financial data and resolve accounting discrepancies and irregularities
• Other accounting duties as requested and/or assigned

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field from an accredited university
• 3+ years of accounting experience at a staff accountant level or higher
• CPA certification preferred
• Strong analytical, verbal, written, and problem-solving skills
• Computer experience with MS Office applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) required
• Operational experience with a major accounting system (ex: NetSuite, Intacct, Oracle, SAP etc.)
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and have the ability to interpret and implement new accounting guidance in an increasingly complex business environment
• Experience in documenting and improving existing systems and processes
• Must have a proactive, positive attitude and be comfortable working in a fast paced, growth-oriented environment
• Ability to act as a change agent and have experience in improving processesHigh attention to detail and ability to manage/prioritize multiple tasks simultaneously
• Ability to build and maintain positive working relationships with other departments throughout the company
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team to foster a collaborative environment
• Possess a strong initiative to search for and implement process improvements and efficiencies

AI Fluency

Level 1: Basic AI User (Foundation)

Uses approved AI tools to support daily work, writes basic prompts, and reviews outputs for accuracy while following security, privacy, and Responsible AI guidelines.

Additionally, this position is eligible for benefits including, but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, retirement benefits, life insurance, wellness programs, total time off, and other employee perks that may be offered by Perforce from time to time. The actual offer will depend on a number of factors including, but not limited to, a candidate’s education, skills, qualifications, depth of experience and other relevant business considerations. Perforce reserves the right to amend or modify employee perks and benefits at any time.

All employees are expected to demonstrate AI fluency appropriate to their role and level, including responsible use of AI tools, sound judgment, and adherence to company AI governance and security policy standards.

If you are passionate about the technology that impacts our day-to-day lives and want to work with talented and dedicated people across the globe, we invite you to explore more about our opportunities.

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We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.