Senior Accountant

Notion CFO & Advisors; United States; Remote; MXN 1,119,000 - 1,772,000; Full time

Job summary

Notion CFO & Advisors is seeking a detail-oriented Senior Accountant to join our team in a fully remote capacity. You will own core accounting functions, support month-end and year-end close, and provide financial reporting and analysis for diverse client engagements.

You will work closely with a Fractional Controller or CFO, bringing technical expertise and proactive mindset to optimize processes across multiple environments. Prior remote collaboration and strong GAAP knowledge are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• CPA license or active CPA candidate preferred.
• 5+ years of accounting experience, with at least 2 years in a senior or lead role.
• Remote work experience a strong plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day general ledger activity, including journal entries, account reconciliations, and maintaining chart of accounts integrity
• Lead or support month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring timely and accurate completion of all deliverables
• Prepare and distribute internal financial reports, highlighting key variances and trends for management review
• Oversee accounts payable and receivable functions, ensuring proper coding, approvals, and timely processing
• Assist in the preparation of budgets, forecasts, and cash flow projections in collaboration with finance leadership
• Support external audits and tax preparation by organizing workpapers, schedules, and supporting documentation
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes, workflows, and controls — and take initiative to implement them
• Maintain compliance with GAAP standards and internal policies across all accounting activities
• Serve as a resource and reviewer for junior accounting staff, providing guidance on technical questions and best practices
• Collaborate effectively with remote team members, responding promptly and communicating proactively across time zones

Skills

GL management

Journal entries

Forecasting

Financial reporting

ERP systems

GAAP knowledge

Advanced Excel

Automation tools

Remote collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

CPA license preferred

Tools

QuickBooks

NetSuite

Sage

Excel

AI tools

Job description

We are looking for a detail-oriented and self-motivated Senior Accountant to join our team in a fully remote capacity. In this role, you will own core accounting functions, support month-end and year-end close, and serve as a reliable resource for financial reporting and analysis. You will work closely with a Fractional Controller or CFO across client engagements, bringing both technical expertise and a proactive mindset to support a variety of business environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day general ledger activity, including journal entries, account reconciliations, and maintaining chart of accounts integrity
• Lead or support month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring timely and accurate completion of all deliverables
• Prepare and distribute internal financial reports, highlighting key variances and trends for management review
• Oversee accounts payable and receivable functions, ensuring proper coding, approvals, and timely processing
• Assist in the preparation of budgets, forecasts, and cash flow projections in collaboration with finance leadership
• Support external audits and tax preparation by organizing workpapers, schedules, and supporting documentation
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes, workflows, and controls — and take initiative to implement them
• Maintain compliance with GAAP standards and internal policies across all accounting activities
• Serve as a resource and reviewer for junior accounting staff, providing guidance on technical questions and best practices
• Collaborate effectively with remote team members, responding promptly and communicating proactively across time zones

Qualifications

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• CPA license or active CPA candidate preferred
• 5+ years of accounting experience, with at least 2 years in a senior or lead role
• Prior remote work experience a strong plus

Technical Skills

• Proficiency in QuickBooks, NetSuite, Sage, or similar ERP/accounting platforms
• Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, financial modeling)
• Familiarity with AI tools and automation to improve workflow efficiency
• Solid understanding of GAAP and internal controls

Core Competencies

• Accuracy & Ownership: Takes full ownership of their work with a zero-defect mindset
• Remote Discipline: Self-directed and accountable — manages time and priorities independently across multiple client environments.
• Communication: Proactive, clear, and timely communicator across remote channels
• Problem Solving: Identifies discrepancies and root causes independently, surfacing issues with solutions in hand
• Team Collaboration: Partners well across departments and contributes positively to team culture, even at a distance