Summary:
We are a newly formed, large PE backed recurring revenue business with ~5,000 employees that is highly acquisitive.
We are seeking a Senior Accountant / Staff Accountant with a strong accounting foundation, excellent attention to detail, and the ability to operate in a fast-paced environment.
This role is critical to building a best-in-class accounting function, supporting accurate financial reporting, month-end close, audits, and ensuring disciplined financial controls across the enterprise. The ideal candidate brings Big 4 or large regional public accounting experience, strong technical GAAP knowledge, and an ownership mentality.
Key Responsibilities
Month-End Close & General Accounting
Must-Have
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We are a newly formed, large PE backed recurring revenue business with ~5,000 employees that is highly acquisitive.
We are seeking a Senior Accountant / Staff Accountant with a strong accounting foundation, excellent attention to detail, and the ability to operate in a fast-paced environment.
This role is critical to building a best-in-class accounting function, supporting accurate financial reporting, month-end close, audits, and ensuring disciplined financial controls across the enterprise. The ideal candidate brings Big 4 or large regional public accounting experience, strong technical GAAP knowledge, and an ownership mentality.
Key Responsibilities
Month-End Close & General Accounting
- Own key components of the monthly, quarterly, and year-end close process.
- Prepare journal entries, reconciliations, and supporting schedules across multiple entities.
- Ensure the accuracy and completeness of the general ledger.
- Maintain prepaid, accrual, fixed asset, and other core accounting schedules.
- Assist in preparing consolidated financial statements and internal reporting packages.
- Support variance analysis versus budget, forecast, and historical performance.
- Ensure compliance with GAAP and internal accounting policies.
- Support the creation and documentation of accounting policies and internal controls.
- Assist with purchase accounting, revenue recognition, and complex accounting areas.
- Review and enhance processes to ensure accuracy, scalability, and audit readiness.
- Coordinate external audits, including preparation of PBCs and supporting documentation.
- Respond to auditor inquiries and ensure timely completion of audit deliverables.
- Support integration of newly acquired entities into the core accounting framework.
- Assist with onboarding systems, chart of accounts, and accounting processes.
- Participate in cross-functional projects aimed at improving efficiency and reporting quality.
- Identify opportunities to streamline and automate accounting workflows.
- Contribute to ERP enhancements or implementations (NetSuite, SAP, Oracle, etc.).
- Improve accuracy, cycle time, and data visibility across the finance function.
Must-Have
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field.
- 2–5+ years of accounting experience (public accounting strongly preferred).
- Strong knowledge of GAAP and foundational accounting principles.
- Experience with multi-entity environments, consolidations, or large-volume reconciliations.
- High proficiency in Excel; experience with modern ERP systems preferred.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
- Ability to prioritize and operate in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
- Big 4 or large regional public accounting experience.
- CPA or progress toward CPA.
- Experience in private equity–backed or high-growth organizations.
- Exposure to acquisition accounting, carve-outs, or integrations.
- Experience with NetSuite, Sage Intacct, Microsoft Dynamics, or similar systems.
- Ownership mindset: Drives work independently and reliably.
- High accuracy: Maintains strong controls and precision in financial data.
- Technical strength: Solid understanding of GAAP and core accounting principles.
- Process mindset: Always looking to improve workflows and reduce manual effort.
- Communication: Clear, concise communication with cross-functional partners.
- Integrity: Maintains confidentiality and acts with professional judgment.
- Accurate, timely month-end close and financial reporting.
- Clean, well-documented reconciliations and journal entries.
- Zero audit surprises and strong auditor feedback.
- Scalable accounting processes and improved control environment.
- Smooth integration of newly acquired entities into the accounting function.
- Accounting becomes a reliable, trusted partner to FP&A and operations.
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