Senior Accountant

Data Innovations LLC; Northern (KY); On-site; USD 88,000 - 98,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance (basic)

401(k) matching

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Bonus plan

Job summary

Data Innovations LLC is seeking a Senior Accountant to manage complex accounting activities and ensure accurate financial reporting. You will handle journal entries, reconciliations, and variance analysis, while coordinating month-end close and supporting audits.

The role emphasizes internal controls and process improvements, with exposure to AI/automation tools. The ideal candidate has 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, strong GAAP knowledge, and excellent communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field with 5+ years progressive accounting experience.
• CPA/CMA preferred but not required.
• Strong GAAP knowledge and close process experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform complex accounting activities including journal entries, reconciliations, and general ledger reviews.
• Coordinate month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close with timely reporting.
• Develop reports, analyze variances, and present findings to management.
• Support audits and internal controls; drive process improvements and automation.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Prioritization

Excel proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field

CPA/CMA preferred

Tools

NetSuite

Salesforce

Avalara

ERP systems

Job description

## Senior AccountantApply: Data Innov - HQ: Full time: Posted 2 Days Ago: JR100034It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing!*We're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business.***Summary** The Senior Accountant performs complex accounting activities, ensures the accuracy and integrity of financial data, and supports timely financial reporting in accordance with company policies and applicable accounting standards. This role applies advanced accounting knowledge, independent judgment, and analytical expertise across the full accounting cycle — from journal entries and reconciliations to variance analysis and cross-functional reporting. The Senior Accountant is a key resource for the Finance team and cross-functional partners, contributes to process improvements and internal controls, and provides guidance to less experienced accounting staff. **Essential Functions and Responsibilities:** * Perform complex accounting activities, including verifying, classifying, and recording accounts payable data, expense reports, company payments, credit card purchases, and other financial transactions.* Prepare, review, and analyze general ledger entries across all transactional aspects of the accounting cycle, including cash, AP, AR, inventory, operating expenses, payroll, and fixed assets.* Own and review month-end reconciliations for assigned balance sheet accounts and bank statements, ensuring timely completion, accuracy, and appropriate supporting documentation.* Prepare, review, and approve payments, accruals, journal entries, and supporting schedules in accordance with established accounting policies and internal controls.* Support and help coordinate the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close process to meet internal and external financial reporting timelines.* Analyze income statement and balance sheet activity, identify trends and variances, research root causes, and communicate findings and recommended actions to management.* Develop and prepare recurring and ad hoc financial reports, dashboards, and schedules to support business decisions; actively apply AI and automation tools to improve reporting speed, accuracy, and scalability.* Serve as a point of contact for complex accounting inquiries from Finance and cross-functional teams, providing guidance, research, and resolution support.* Support payroll accounting, including GL activity, reconciliations, payroll tax accounting, and related compliance requirements.* Support income, sales, and use tax research, audit requests, reporting, and filings in partnership with internal stakeholders and external advisors, as needed.* Support and contribute to internal and external audit preparation, including compiling support, responding to inquiries, and helping resolve audit findings or process gaps.* Identify and implement process improvements that strengthen accounting operations, internal controls, and reporting accuracy — including opportunities to leverage AI and automation to reduce manual effort.* Maintain and enhance departmental documentation, including work instructions, policies, procedures, forms, checklists, and templates.* Develop and deliver training and guidance related to financial policies, procedures, systems, and internal controls.* Provide work direction, coaching, and peer review support to accounting team members; assist management with training procedures for new staff.* Lead or support accounting department projects, system enhancements, integrations, and other cross-functional initiatives as assigned.* Perform other related duties as assigned **Requirements** Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: * Advanced working knowledge of GAAP and accounting close processes; ability to research, interpret, and apply accounting guidance to complex transactions.* Strong analytical, problem-solving, and financial review skills; high attention to detail with demonstrated ability to review work for accuracy and compliance with internal controls.* Ability to adapt to and help lead change through process improvements, system enhancements, and evolving business needs.* Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to explain accounting concepts to finance and non-finance stakeholders.* Proven ability to prioritize competing tasks, execute independently, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.* At least 5 years of progressive accounting experience, including financial close, account reconciliations, variance analysis, and general ledger accounting.* Highly proficient in Microsoft Office Suite with advanced Excel skills; experience using ERP and reporting systems to analyze and summarize data.* Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment when handling sensitive financial, payroll, employee, and company information.* Must comply with and pass initial background check and drug screening, as well as subsequent background checks, drug screenings, and vaccine requirements as required by customer contracts.* Ability to follow DI's policies, procedures, and system usage practices.* Must have unrestricted work authorization in the United States. **Education and/or Experience** A bachelor’s degree in accounting, business, finance, or a related field and at least 5 years of progressive accounting experience; or at least 9 years of related accounting experience from which comparable knowledge and skills can be acquired. CPA, CMA, or related certification preferred but not required. **Physical Requirements/Working Conditions:** Ability to remain in a stationary position (e.g., seated at a desk) for extended periods during the workday. Frequent use of standard office equipment such as computers, keyboards, headsets, and webcams. Occasional light lifting (up to 10 lbs) may be required for home office equipment setup or maintenance. Occasional travel may be required for team offsites, client meetings, or company events (typically less than 10%). **Preferred skills and experience:** * Global Statutory accounting for income statement and balance sheet comparative reviews.* Understanding of exchange rates as they apply to bank reconciliations and intercompany global Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable balances.* Experience with international financial regulations and reporting requirements, including IFRS, particularly in Europe, South America, and Hong Kong.* Demonstrated ability to apply AI tools and automation solutions to improve the speed, accuracy, and efficiency of accounting workflows.* Advanced working knowledge and experience with NetSuite, Salesforce, Avalara, and related financial reporting or automation tools.* Experience with software revenue recognition principles and accounting considerations in a SaaS, software, or technology environment.* Experience supporting audits, internal control activities, process improvements, system implementations, or cross-functional finance projects. **Supervision Level** This person reports directly to the Controller of the Finance Department and provides guidance and peer review support to less experienced accounting staff. **Compensation and Benefits*** **Salary Range:** $88,000 - 97,600 (Compensation will vary based on skills and experience)* **Bonus Eligibility:** Full-time, non-sales employees are eligible for DI’s annual bonus plan based on company and individual performance.* **Benefits:** DI offers a competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, basic life insurance, paid holidays, paid time off, and a 401(k) matching plan.