Senior Accountant

About Nexcess Nexcess provides specialty cloud solutions for organizations where performance and compliance have to coexist. We serve businesses worldwide, from agencies scaling client sites to enterprises running mission-critical operations. We've built our reputation on deep technical expertise and genuine partnership with every client we work with. Behind every environment we manage is a team of people who take the craft seriously and keep showing up when it matters. Overview: The Senior Accountant is responsible for various day-to-day accounting operations, ensuring accurate financial reporting in compliance with U.S. GAAP, maintaining strong internal controls, and preparing balance sheet account reconciliations. This role plays a pivotal part of the monthly close process and includes a focus on revenue, payroll/compensation and benefits accounting, and other related areas. The ideal candidate is a hands-on accounting professional with strong technical accounting skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. The Senior Accountant should be comfortable working closely with cross-functional teams, operating in a fast- paced environment, managing multiple responsibilities (flexible), improving processes, and supporting a broad range of accounting activities. Compensation : The base salary for this role is between $95k-$110k Responsibilities: Month-end closing journal entries within a pre-defined close schedule Prepare and review monthly balance sheet reconciliations for assigned accounts, including investigating and resolving reconciling items in a timely manner Improve reconciliation processes and identify opportunities for automation and efficiency. Ensure accuracy of financial statement accounts in accordance with GAAP and compliance to internal policies Responsible for payroll-related accounting activities, including salary, bonus accruals, commissions, and related payroll taxes Accounting for employee benefits programs including: Health insurance, 401(k), paid time off accruals, and other employee-related benefits Assist with indirect tax compliance and accounting, including property tax, sales tax, and VAT Support annual audits by preparation of audit schedules and responding to auditor requests. Partner with Human Resources, Finance, Tax, and external payroll providers to resolve payroll and benefits issues. Assist with special projects, system implementations, and process improvement initiatives Supervise, train, and mentor accounting staff where applicable Skills, Competencies, and Qualifications: Masters in Accounting, CPA designation or CPA track a plus Strong accounting background with 4+ years general ledger accounting experience Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP, payroll accounting, and indirect tax requirements Tech/SAAS industry experience a plus Advanced Excel skills Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Strong organizational skills Team player and have ability to work independently Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including ability to interact effectively with all levels throughout Company organization Experience with ERP systems, SAP S4/HANA (Public Cloud) experience is a plus #LI-REMOTE