Senior Accountant - Close, GAAP & ERP Optimization

Core Scientific; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Core Scientific is seeking a Senior Accountant to join the Finance team in Miami, FL. This individual contributor role supports monthly close, reconciliations, and financial reporting under U.S. GAAP and internal controls.

The ideal candidate will be analytical, proactive, and capable of working independently in a fast-paced, scaling environment. You will own core close processes, engage with cross-functional teams, and drive process improvements as the organization grows.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting; CPA preferred.
• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience in public company and/or multi-entity environments.
• Big 4 public accounting experience strongly preferred.
• Strong understanding of GAAP, financial reporting, and internal controls.
• Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., Blackline, Workiva, NetSuite).
• Advanced Excel skills (e.g., pivot tables, VLOOKUP, formulas).
• Excellent attention to detail, time management, and organizational skills.
• CPA certification or progress toward CPA.
• Experience in audit or financial analysis.
• Knowledge of tax regulations and corporate compliance.

Responsibilities

• Own month-end close activities, including journal entries and reconciliations over accruals, prepaid expenses, and intercompany accounting activities.
• Analyze financial results and investigate variances and trends.
• Support SOX controls testing and documentation, and maintain compliance with internal controls, accounting policies, and regulatory requirements.
• Coordinate with external auditors and manage supporting audit documentation.
• Prepare quarterly and annual financial statements, disclosures, and supporting schedules.
• Partner closely with FP&A, Treasury, Tax, Procurement, and operational teams to improve reporting accuracy.
• Support accounting for power/energy-related contracts, fixed asset and infrastructure-related transactions, and restricted cash/escrow arrangements.
• Support systems optimization, automation initiatives, and ERP enhancement projects.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Financial reporting

Internal controls

ERP systems

Audit experience

Advanced Excel

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

CPA preferred

Tools

Blackline

Workiva

NetSuite

Job description

Core Scientific is seeking a Senior Accountant to join the Finance team in Miami, FL. This individual contributor role supports monthly close, reconciliations, and financial reporting under U.S. GAAP and internal controls.

The ideal candidate will be analytical, proactive, and capable of working independently in a fast-paced, scaling environment. You will own core close processes, engage with cross-functional teams, and drive process improvements as the organization grows.