Job Summary: As a Senior Accountant/Team Lead, you will serve as the primary accounting partner for a portfolio of clients, ensuring meticulous financial reporting, strict adherence to GAAP and regulatory standards, and the delivery of insightful analysis to management teams and stakeholders. Your expertise will be vital in managing complex client engagements, leading and developing a team of accounting professionals, and implementing process improvements that enhance efficiency and accuracy. This role demands a proactive leader with a strong technical accounting background, capable of navigating dynamic environments and contributing to the success of rapidly growing businesses.
If you are passionate about providing clarity through financial excellence and are ready to lead with a solution-oriented approach, we encourage you to apply. Location: Work from Homethe perksMedical, Dental, Vision, Life, and Disability InsuranceFlexible Spending AccountGenerous PTO PolicyPermanent Work from HomeAmazing culture & teamGrowth opportunities abound – multiple tracks to choose fromCompany 401k ContributionLoads of Tech Gear, including 3 monitors, laptop, etc. Annual In-Person Get TogetherJOB responsibilitiesOwnership of Client Accounting RelationshipServe as the primary day-to-day accounting contact for a portfolio of clients, developing deep familiarity with each client’s financial operations and accounting data.
Be the go-to resource for questions about account balances, transactions, and variances — able to explain the details behind financial results with clarity and accuracy. Support client decision-making by preparing accurate and timely financial information, with guidance and oversight from a ControllerOther key responsibilities include: Manage revenue cycle (order to cash), including invoicing, collections, and revenue recognitionOversee expense management process, including coding, approval workflows, and accrualsLead or support payroll processing, preparing payroll-related journal entries and reconciling payroll activityExecuting the monthly close process:
journal entries, reconciliations, supporting schedules, and drafting management reports and KPI summariesExecution of client complianceMaintain sound internal controls and process documentationOversee compliance with GAAP and relevant regulatory requirementsPrepare compliance-related reports and schedules such as: Sales taxLoan covenant calculationsTeam Lead Responsibilities: Lead and mentor a team of five accounting professionals, guiding best practices, career development, and performance management to foster a high-performing, collaborative team environment. Participate as part of the hiring team and help onboard new team members, ensuring they have the tools, resources, and knowledge needed to succeed.
Use the Driven Insights Employee Review Program and Career Development Program to provide constructive feedback that supports professional growth and alignment with company goalsAdditional ResponsibilitiesAssumes other special activities and responsibilities as required. These include projects such as researching and implementing new technology for internal and customer use, as well as process improvement initiatives. Required Skills And AbilitiesExperience successfully revamping accounting processes and technologyStrong with complex revenue recognition (eg: ASC 606 for subscription revenue)Deep knowledge of complex payrollStrong QuickBooks Online experience required. Xero, Intacct & NetSuite are a plus to have.
Strong understanding of KPIs with track record of using to make quick, informed decisionsExceptionally strong Google Sheet / Microsoft Excel GAAP-compliant financial modeling skillsFirm grasp on sales tax liability management, including usage of management tool like AvalaraSound written and verbal communication skillsProven analytical, problem-solving, critical thinking, decision-making & project management skillsWilling to work at a high level of intensity and fast pace to support the needs of rapidly growing businessesFlexible and able to handle multiple projects at one time while maintaining incredible attention to detailMaintain a positive, solutions-focused attitudeAbility to use good judgement and keep client and Driven Insights information confidentialDeliver consistent excellent customer service to internal/external customers, colleagues and managementeducation and experienceExperience as lead accountant in rapidly growing firm(s)Bachelor's Degree in AccountingMaster’s in Accounting and/or CPA license preferredMinimum 3-5 years of experience as an Accounting Manager2+ years of audit work as an auditor in CPA firmPhysical RequirementsThe physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Office Environment: Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer. Must constantly operate a computer and other office productivity machinery, such as a calculator, copy machine, and printer. Must be able to lift laptop and reams of paperInfrequent travel (eg: annual in-person get together in cool locations) for professional development activitiesApply HereRETURN TO CAREERS PAGE
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