Senior Accountant

Thompson Street Capital Partners; United States; On-site; USD 85,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Silverchair is seeking a Senior Accountant to join the Finance & Accounting team, reporting to the Assistant Controller. The role covers monthly close, general ledger integrity, AP ownership, and day-to-day accounting operations in a PE-backed SaaS environment.

The position offers growth in technical accounting and exposure to multi-entity/multi-currency environments, with a focus on accuracy and process improvement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance.
• 2–4 years of progressive accounting experience.
• Strong understanding of US GAAP and core accounting principles.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel; experience with ERP systems (Sage Intacct a plus).
• CPA license (or actively pursuing) preferred.
• Big 4 or large regional public accounting experience preferred.
• Prior experience in a SaaS, technology, or PE-backed company environment preferred.
• Familiarity with multi-entity and multi-currency accounting preferred.
• Ability to work Mon-Fri 8am-5pm Eastern Time, preference given to candidates in the Mid-Atlantic region.

Responsibilities

• Participate actively in the monthly close process and prepare entries.
• Manage accounts payable cycle and vendor payments.
• Assist in internal reporting and management analyses.
• Support external audits and internal controls maintenance.

Skills

MS Excel

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Verbal & written communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

Sage Intacct

Job description

About Silverchair

Silverchair is the premier independent platform partner for scholarly and professional publishers, dedicated to expanding the reach of the world’s most valuable knowledge. By connecting creators, publishers, and users, we amplify the impact of scholarship and enhance the accessibility of critical information. Our global teams develop, build, and host websites, online products, and digital libraries for prestigious publishers, including the American Medical Association, MIT Press, and Oxford University Press.

DEI Statement

At Silverchair, we celebrate and embrace diversity in all its forms. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment from the moment you consider joining our team. We actively encourage candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply, believing that a variety of perspectives and experiences enriches our community, drives innovation, and strengthens our impact.

Equity and inclusion are at the core of our hiring practices, and we strive to build a team that reflects a broad spectrum of cultures, experiences, and viewpoints. We are particularly committed to increasing representation from groups historically underrepresented in technology careers. Your unique experiences and perspectives are not just welcomed but are integral to our collective success. Join us in our mission to create a culture that unites and brings out the best in all of us.

Learn more about our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion at Silverchair.

Overview

Silverchair is seeking a motivated Senior Accountant to join our Finance & Accounting team. This role reports directly to the Assistant Controller and plays an integral part in our monthly close process, general ledger integrity, and day-to-day accounting operations — including ownership of the accounts payable function. It is an excellent opportunity for an early-career CPA looking to develop broad technical skills and grow within a dynamic, PE-backed SaaS environment.

Key Responsibilities

General Ledger & Month-End Close

• Participate actively in the monthly close process, ensuring timely and accurate completion of assigned tasks in accordance with the close calendar
• Prepare and post journal entries, including accruals, prepaid amortization, and reclassifications
• Prepare and maintain reconciliations for assigned balance sheet accounts, investigating and resolving variances in a timely manner
• Support continuous improvement of close processes, identifying opportunities to streamline or automate recurring tasks

Accounts Payable

• Manage the full AP cycle, including invoice receipt, coding, approval routing, and entry into Sage Intacct
• Process vendor payments and maintain the AP subledger, ensuring agreement to the general ledger at all times
• Monitor DPO and vendor aging, flagging concerns to management as appropriate
• Serve as the primary contact for vendor inquiries and maintain organized, audit-ready AP documentation

Financial Reporting & Analysis

• Assist in the preparation of internal financial reports and supporting schedules for management and lender reporting
• Support variance analysis and provide commentary on fluctuations in assigned accounts
• Contribute to ad hoc financial analysis and special projects as directed by the Assistant Controller or Controller

Compliance & Audit Support

• Assist with external audit and tax engagements by preparing schedules and promptly responding to auditor requests
• Support maintenance of an effective internal controls environment, including adherence to policies and procedures
• Assist with multi-entity intercompany entries and reconciliations as needed

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance
• 2-4 years of progressive accounting experience
• Strong understanding of US GAAP and core accounting principles
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel; experience with ERP systems (Sage Intacct a plus)
• High attention to detail with strong organizational and time-management skills
• Effective written and verbal communication; comfortable working in a collaborative team environment
• CPA license (or actively pursuing) preferred
• Big 4 or large regional public accounting experience preferred
• Prior experience in a SaaS, technology, or PE-backed company environment preferred
• Familiarity with multi-entity and multi-currency accounting preferred
• Ability to work Mon-Fri 8am-5pm Eastern Time, preference given to candidates in the Mid-Atlantic region.

Disclaimer: At this time, we cannot sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization for this position.

No agencies please.

Salary Range

$85,000-100,000 per year