Senior Accountant

LOCATION: The Senior Accountant is a remote, work from home position, as are all positions at Acceleration Partners (a structure central to our culture and our vision to change the work/life paradigm). Candidates who live in the following States will be considered:  IL, MA, NH, PA, VA, FL, NJ, GA, MN, OR, TX, AZ, ME, NC, SC, TN, CO. Some travel is required, for client meetings or other internal meetings, conferences, etc. Candidates must hold a valid passport and be able to travel internationally.

THE ROLE

Acceleration Partners has grown tremendously over the last several years and with this exciting growth has come increasingly complex financial and accounting requirements. This complexity has been compounded by our expansion into Europe, Latin America, Asia, and Australia – expansion that will only continue in 2023 and beyond. With over 200 employees spread over several countries, and a dedication to maintaining a profitable, cash-positive business, we are seeking a Senior Accountant who can help Acceleration Partners expand its capabilities and capacity to provide support with general accounting.  Reporting to the Global Controller, the Senior Accountant will be responsible for, but not limited to GL reconciliations, monthly accruals, reporting on monthly department results, recording of revenue and expenses, and accounting for international operations. 

At Acceleration Partners, we have three core values that we apply to everything we do: Own It, Embrace Relationships, and Excel & Improve. This role requires technical accounting expertise, critical thinking skills, effective organizational skills and a strong ability to build effective relationships across the organization. If you are looking for a critical role with the ability to significantly impact an organization, then this may be the role for you!

This person will have a history of owning it, assuming personal responsibility for these processes and demonstrating the ability to work independently and efficiently.  This person will have a demonstrated track record of embracing relationships by working closely with internal and external stakeholders.  And this person will have demonstrated the desire to excel & improve by both constantly looking for new ways to achieve operational excellence and thinking outside the box, evaluating refinements to the accounting processes and showing a passion for continued learning.

Your Top 5 Job Responsibilities:

1. General Accounting: Drive reliable and transparent company accounting processes and functions, including timely and accurate recording and reporting of all financial transactions and system reconciliations. Prepare journal entries for entry into the general ledger system by collecting necessary data; analyze and prepare audit trail support for the journal entries.
2. Month End: Participate in the month end accounting close process and ensure proper application of US GAAP. Review general ledger transactions for accuracy; analyze to ensure proper expensing and capitalization of costs; research and correct discrepancies.
3. Financial Statements: Assist in the monthly preparation of consolidated financial statements on a global basis. Analyze financial statements to understand trends in the business and ensure the accuracy of reported results.
4. Audits: Assist with quarterly and annual examinations by external auditors; compile support, fill out audit templates, and fulfill other ad hoc requests, as needed.
5. Ad-Hoc Requirements: Provide accounting support for special projects and ad-hoc reporting and analysis as necessary.  Exhibit flexibility and willingness to take on new responsibilities and assignments as they are identified and to assist with various ad hoc projects as needed.

WHAT SUCCESS LOOKS LIKE: 

By Three Months:

• You should have full understanding over the US accounting operations.
• Be fully integrated into the team.
• Be working autonomously and up to speed on processes and tools.

Within 6 Months: 

• You hould be adding value to international processes.
• You deliver on-time and accurate monthly closes for 3 consecutive months.
• You are trusted by peers and colleagues

QUALITIES OF THE IDEAL CANDIDATE:

• Have a strong internal motivation to get the job done, with a high bar for excellence.
• Enjoy thinking strategically and bringing creative solutions to problems.
• You are tenacious and don’t get discouraged.
• Possess mature and measured judgment, and the ability to solve problems on your own.
• Have solid organization and time management skills.
• Excellent analytical skills and strong attention to detail.
• Display accountability and is proactive with all responsibilities, always meeting deadlines and keeping commitments
• Know how to collaborate with team members in a remote environment while also working independently with minimal supervision.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS:

• 5+ years of relevant experience, including minimum of 2 years' experience in public accounting.
• BA and CPA required.
• Strong knowledge of internal controls and compliance.
• Independent / flexible problem-solver with the ability to adapt as the business grows.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced team with changing priorities.
• Excellent interpersonal & communication skills; able to quickly develop strong relationships with employees across the business.
• Knowledge and experience with QuickBooks, NetSuite, Navan, and Tipaliti a plus.
• Highly proficient in MS Excel.

WHY ACCELERATION PARTNERS?

Acceleration Partners is the recognised leader in global partnership marketing. Five-time winner of the IPMA "Best Performance Marketing Agency" category, Acceleration Partners has a 15 year track record of driving exceptional outcomes for top global brands including, Target, Reebok, LinkedIn, Adidas, and Noom.  Acceleration Partners manages programmes for brands in more than 40 countries worldwide, and provides deep expertise in all key partnership marketing tactics, including affiliate, influencer, content, mass media, and B2B partner marketing. We believe that marketing is better for brands and consumers when it is based on authentic connections. We build genuine connections with clients, partners, employees, and our community to enable remarkable outcomes.
As an organisation, we are 100% remote, 100% of the time.  Our infrastructure was built to operate remotely, and we believe we do it better than most with equal access to tools, resources, colleagues, and leadership no matter where you are in the world or what your role is within the organisation. When we ask our employees, “What motivates you to come to work every day?” Time and time again the answer is our people. Joining Acceleration Partners means joining a community of brilliant colleagues from around the world who are smart, driven, and who will challenge and motivate you to new heights. 

 Acceleration Partners has received several prestigious awards and accolades for both our client services and culture, including “Best Agency” (International Performance Marketing Awards), “Best Workplaces” (Inc.), “Best Places to Work” (Glassdoor), “Most Committed to Work-Life Balance” (Digiday).

Learn more about Acceleration Partners at https://careers.accelerationpartners.com/. 

AP PERKS & BENEFITS - WHAT WE OFFER

• 100% remote work for everyone
• Group medical, dental, and vision coverage insurance (with opt-out benefits)
• 401K with matching
• Open Paid Time Off
• Summer & Holiday company-wide wellness breaks 
• Volunteer and Birthday Time Off
• Focus Fridays
• Paid Parental Leave Benefits
• Wellness, Technology & Education Allowances
• Paid sabbatical leaves, donation matching, and more!!

Benefits may vary based on employment status or country location.

Acceleration Partners is committed to a diverse workforce and we are an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate applicants regardless of an individual’s age, race, color, gender, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status. 

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