Sr. GL Accountant (Remote)

Mitek Systems; United States; Remote; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the tech sector is seeking a Senior GL Accountant to manage month-end close activities and ensure compliance with accounting principles. The ideal candidate will possess strong accounting knowledge, be detail-oriented, and have over five years of experience, particularly in a public company setting.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of professional experience in Accounting.
• General understanding of SOX practices.
• Experience at a publicly traded company.

Responsibilities

• Conduct month-end close activities and reconcile various bank accounts.
• Prepare journal entries for various financial aspects.
• Complete monthly SOX controls and support internal auditors.

Skills

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Communication

Self-motivation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Tools

NetSuite

Microsoft Excel

Job description

The Senior GL Accountant will be responsible for items such as daily, weekly and month-end duties, as well as business-related activities, including vendor payment application, cash and other balance sheet accounts analysis. This individual will be involved in developing and improving business processes. The Senior GL Accountant must understand accounting principles and procedures and apply generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) to various categories of assets and liabilities.

What You’ll Do (Key Responsibilities)

• Conduct month-end close activities, including journal entries and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Reconcile various bank accounts, journal entries, and account analysis.
• Prepare journal entries for investments, debt, intangible assets, cash accounts, prepaids and other current assets or liabilities and department allocations.
• Prepare SEC footnotes and schedules for investments and intangible assets.
• Complete monthly SOX controls and provide support to internal auditors as needed.
• Maintain effective working relationships with internal and external departments.
• Ensure that accounting needs are completed within required timelines.
• Review accounting processes and procedures, make recommendations, and implement improvements with management.

Who You Are (Soft Skills)

• Demonstrated ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• High degree of accuracy, attention to detail, and confidentiality.
• Team player with excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong problem-solving skills and work ethic.
• Self-motivated, proactive team player capable of working independently and efficiently managing time and priorities.

What You Need (Qualifications)

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting.
• Knowledge, skills and abilities typically associated with 5+ years of professional experience in Accounting.
• Experience working with NetSuite or other similar ERP.
• General understanding of SOX practice paired with demonstrated experience executing against.
• Experience at a publicly traded company.
• Knowledge of general accepted accounting principles (US GAAP).
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Office.

What Would Be Nice (Preferred Qualifications)

• CPA.
• Global experience.
• FloQast or other close management software experience.
• Experience contributing to SEC filings.

$85,000 - $120,000 a year

We are proud to offer competitive salary ranges aligned to industry standards. Please note that our ranges are representative and individual compensation specifics may vary based upon experience level, professional competencies and geographic differentials.