Senior Accountant

Senior AccountantA global capital markets technology company is seeking a Senior Accountant to join its global finance team. This role will support core accounting activities across multiple international entities, including month-end close, reconciliations, audit support, and financial analysis.The Senior Accountant will also play an active role in process improvement and automation initiatives, with exposure to projects involving M&A integration, system implementations, and evolving accounting processes. This is an excellent opportunity for a detail-oriented, proactive accounting professional who enjoys understanding how processes work and identifying ways to make them more efficient.Key ResponsibilitiesMonth-End ClosePrepare complex journal entries and support the month-end close process.Perform account reconciliation reviews in accordance with accounting policies and US GAAP.Conduct variance analysis against prior periods and provide clear commentary to management.Identify opportunities to improve and automate accounting processes, including journal entries and reconciliations.Leverage tools such as Power Automate, Power BI, and AI-enabled solutions to improve efficiency.Audit & ComplianceSupport U.S. consolidated and international statutory audits, serving as a key point of contact for external auditors.Coordinate with external accounting firms to ensure compliance with local filing requirements and deadlines across multiple jurisdictions.Process Improvement & ProjectsIdentify inefficiencies within accounting workflows and implement scalable process improvements and automation.Support the evaluation and implementation of close management tools such as FloQast.Develop and maintain SOPs and documentation for key accounting processes.Support M&A integration, system implementation, and other special projects.Cross-Functional CollaborationPartner with FP&A, Legal, HR, and other internal stakeholders to support accurate internal and external reporting.Collaborate with international accounting teams to ensure consistency in accounting treatment across entities.Provide accounting expertise and support integration activities related to acquisitions and new business lines.QualificationsRequiredActive CPA certification.Progressive accounting experience within a global or national accounting, professional services, or consulting environment.Strong understanding of accounting fundamentals and US GAAP.Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.Strong written and verbal communication skills.Ability to manage multiple priorities independently in a fast-paced environment.Proactive, accountable, and process-oriented mindset.PreferredBig 4 public accounting experience or a combination of Big 4 and industry experience.Experience with a publicly traded company and/or public accounting firm.Experience in a high-growth technology or financial services environment.M&A integration or post-acquisition accounting experience.Experience with NetSuite or a similar enterprise accounting system.Advanced Excel skills.Experience with accounting automation, business intelligence, or close management tools.Benefits & PerksComprehensive medical, dental, and vision insuranceFSA and HSA options401(k) retirement planPre-tax transit and parking benefitsHybrid work schedule: 3 days in office and 2 days remote22 days of PTO annually, with rollover optionsPaid holidays and early dismissal opportunitiesPaid parental leaveProfessional development daysAnnual volunteer dayTechnology and home-office equipment supportBackup child and pet care and tutoring servicesMilestone anniversary bonusesCell phone stipend/subsidyGym and wellness contributionsDiscounted healthcare premiumsHealthy meal delivery subsidies