Senior Accountant

Big Ideas Social Media Inc.; United States; Remote; USD 69,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Big Ideas Social Media Inc. is seeking an experienced Remote Senior Accountant to join the finance team as a full-time, remote contractor for a 3-month trial.

The role focuses on period-end close, general ledger upkeep, tax reporting, and detailed financial analysis from a home-based setup. Responsibilities include managing the close cycle, preparing balance sheet reconciliations, handling accounts payable, and ensuring accurate revenue recognition, with strict adherence to US GAAP and internal

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• CPA preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of accounting experience with at least 2 years in a senior role overseeing core operations.
• Demonstrated expertise in the end-to-end month-end close process.
• In-depth knowledge of U.S. GAAP and ERP systems (NetSuite, SAP or similar).
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills with deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, complex formulas).

Responsibilities

• Lead monthly and quarterly close cycles and manage general ledger.
• Oversee balance sheet reconciliations and depreciation processes.
• Prepare and book journal entries for inventory and COGS.
• Direct Accounts Payable workflow and vendor invoicing.
• Review daily sales and revenue journal entries for accurate revenue recognition.
• Prepare internal financial statements and detailed management reports.
• Provide variance analysis and commentary for executive decisions.
• Own non-income tax compliance including sales tax and personal property tax filings.
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards and internal controls.
• Support Controller and CFO on ad hoc finance tasks.

Skills

End-to-end month-end close

U.S. GAAP

Financial reporting

Excel advanced

Analytical abilities

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

CPA

Tools

NetSuite

SAP

Job description

We are seeking an experienced and prolific Remote Senior Accountant to join our client’s finance team. The Senior Accountant will be a critical, full-time remote role responsible for the successful execution of our core accounting cycles, financial reporting preparation, and compliance filings. This role requires a hands-on approach to managing the period close process and deep expertise in general ledger maintenance, accounts payable, and tax reporting.

This is a full-time, contractual, freelancer position for a trial period of 3 months while working at home.

JOB DESCRIPTION

• Period-End Close & General Ledger Management
  
• Lead, execute, and manage the full monthly and quarterly financial close cycle, ensuring timely and accurate delivery of financial data.
  
• Assist with the preparation and review of comprehensive balance sheet reconciliations, including bank, vendor accounts, and other complex general ledger accounts.
  
• Manage the full fixed asset lifecycle, including establishing capitalization policies, recording assets, and running the depreciation process.
  
• Prepare and book critical journal entries related to inventory and Cost of Goods Sold (COGS).
  
• Accounts Payable and Transactions
  
• Directly manage the Accounts Payable (AP) workflow, ensuring vendor invoices and expense reports are captured accurately, timely, and follow company policy.
  
• Review and book daily sales and revenue journal entries derived from the Point of Sale (POS) system to ensure accurate and timely revenue recognition.
  
• Financial Reporting and Analysis
  
• Support the preparation of weekly, monthly, and periodic internal financial statements and detailed management reports for executive decision‑making.
  
• Provide detailed analysis and commentary on variances and key operational drivers reflected in the reports.
  
• Tax and Compliance
  
• Own the entire non-income tax compliance process, including the accurate and timely preparation and filing of monthly sales and meals taxes, as well as periodic personal property tax and other required statutory filings.
  
• Ensure all processes and documentation comply with relevant accounting standards and internal control guidelines.
  
• Others
  
• Assist and support the Controller and CFO on Accounting and finance-related tasks and reports.
  
• Any other miscellaneous and ad hoc finance duties related to the above.
  

Requirements

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
  
• CPA preferred.
  
• Minimum of 5 years of proven and progressive experience in accounting, with at least 2 years in a management or senior-level role overseeing core accounting operations.
  
• Demonstrated expertise in managing the end-to-end month-end close process.
  
• In-depth knowledge of U.S. GAAP and solid experience with financial systems (e.g., ERP systems like NetSuite, SAP, or similar).
  
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills, with proven ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
  
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, advanced formulas).
  

Preferred Qualifications

• CPA certification
  
• Experience in the restaurant or food industry, including experience with inventory, COGS, and Point of Sale systems.<