Senior Accounting Manager / Assistant Controller
SwiftConnect · United States
- Hybrid
- Full-time
- $135,000 / year
- United States
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Job highlights
- Own key accounting processes and month-end close.
- Strengthen financial operations for a growing company.
- Partner with leadership and international teams.
- Apply GAAP and support audits and tax filings.
- Requires 8+ years accounting experience, CPA preferred.
About the role
About SwiftConnect
At SwiftConnect, we are the trailblazers in the realm of connected access enablement. Our passion lies in crafting seamless and elegant interactions for our customers, ensuring their users' digital pass is always at their fingertips - be it on their phone, watch, or anywhere it needs to be. We specialize in powering the next generation of connected access experiences, serving the needs of commercial real estate owners and enterprises spanning various leading industries.Our cutting-edge platform seamlessly integrates with existing mobile platforms, credential technologies, and business systems delivering authorized access to everything, everywhere, all through a centralized access management system.
At the heart of our mission is the desire to connect people with the right place at the right time. Behind our cutting-edge solutions, you’ll find a tech-savvy team relentlessly driven by the company’s mission. We’re problem-solvers with unshakable grit and an entrepreneurial mindset that keeps us ahead of the curve. When you step into the world of SwiftConnect, you’re not just applying for a job; you’re seizing the opportunity to redefine the future by helping people navigate their world better.
The Perfect Match
We are looking for a highly motivated and skilled accounting professional to be part of a growing finance team. This role will own key accounting processes, own month-end close, and help strengthen financial operations as the company scales. Responsibilities will also include month-end close process and reporting, reviewing account reconciliations, fluctuation analysis, and audit support. This role will partner with the Global Controller, Revenue Manager as well as international accountants to drive continuous improvement in financial operations. This person will work closely with the senior leadership team, CFO, CEO, etc.Responsibilities
- Apply GAAP accounting standards accurately and consistently across all financial reporting to ensure compliance and reliability
- Manage precise recording of journal entries, vendor expenses, and financial close procedures within major ERP systems to maintain accurate financial records
- Prepare journal entries, perform balance sheet reconciliations, and analyze P&L fluctuations
- Own the month-end close process for multiple legal entities
- Help maintain consolidation for all entities and manage related matters with outsourced providers domestically as well as for foreign subsidiary
- Support revenue recognition and deferred revenue accounting
- Ensure timely and accurate completion of close activities in accordance with the month-end close calendar
- Identify month-end close inefficiencies and recommend process improvements
- Support external audits and assist with tax filing requirements across various jurisdictions
- Support and coordinate preparation for financial statement audits and tax compliance reporting
- Partner with the Controller in developing policies and interpretation of GAAP guidance for key accounting and reporting areas as needed
- Assist with the annual preparation of 1099s
- Other duties as assigned
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in accounting required, CPA preferred
- Minimum of 8+ years in a combination of public accounting and/or SaaS experience
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel
- Prior experience with NetSuite & QuickBooks preferred
- Thorough and current knowledge of GAAP accounting principles
- Experience with review and preparation of financial statements, and sales tax filings and requirements
- Experience with general ledger functions and the month-end/year end close process in a setting requiring consolidations, multiple subsidiaries, including international
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; ability to identify issues and propose solutions
- Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills
- Self-motivated, professional, and detail oriented
- Adaptability and enthusiasm for new challenges
- Willingness for occasional travel
- Ability to work both independently and deliver on responsibilities within a highly collaborative environment
Hiring Process Note
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.Key skills/competency
- Senior Accounting Manager
- GAAP
- Month-end close
- Financial reporting
- Audit support
- Consolidation
- Revenue recognition
- NetSuite
- Public accounting
- SaaS accounting
Skills & topics
- Senior Accounting Manager
- Accounting
- Finance
- GAAP
- Month-end close
- Financial reporting
- Consolidation
- SaaS
- Audit support
- NetSuite
How to get hired
- Tailor your resume: Highlight your 8+ years of public accounting and/or SaaS experience, focusing on GAAP, month-end close, consolidations, and ERP systems like NetSuite.
- Showcase your GAAP expertise: Emphasize your understanding of GAAP principles and your experience in financial reporting, reconciliations, and P&L analysis.
- Demonstrate problem-solving: Provide examples of how you've identified inefficiencies and implemented process improvements in accounting operations.
- Align with company values: Articulate your self-motivation, detail-orientation, and collaborative spirit, showcasing your adaptability and enthusiasm for new challenges.
- Prepare for AI screening: Ensure your resume is keyword-rich for AI tools, focusing on terms like 'Senior Accounting Manager,' 'GAAP,' 'month-end close,' 'NetSuite,' and 'SaaS.'
Technical preparation
Master GAAP accounting principles and applications.,Practice journal entries and reconciliations.,Analyze financial statements and P&L fluctuations.,Become proficient with ERP systems like NetSuite.
Behavioral questions
Describe a time you improved an accounting process.,How do you handle tight month-end close deadlines?,Explain a complex GAAP issue you resolved.,How do you collaborate with international teams?
Frequently asked questions
- What is the primary focus of the Senior Accounting Manager role at SwiftConnect?
- The Senior Accounting Manager at SwiftConnect will primarily own key accounting processes, manage the month-end close cycle for multiple legal entities, and contribute to strengthening financial operations as the company scales. This involves detailed journal entry preparation, balance sheet reconciliations, P&L fluctuation analysis, and supporting external audits.
- What accounting software experience is preferred for this Senior Accounting Manager position?
- While proficiency in Microsoft Excel is required, prior experience with NetSuite and QuickBooks is preferred for the Senior Accounting Manager role at SwiftConnect. Familiarity with ERP systems for financial close procedures is essential.
- How does SwiftConnect utilize AI in its hiring process for the Senior Accounting Manager role?
- SwiftConnect may use AI tools to assist in reviewing applications and analyzing resumes for the Senior Accounting Manager position. These tools support the recruitment team but do not replace human judgment in the final hiring decisions.
- What is the required educational background and experience for the Senior Accounting Manager at SwiftConnect?
- A Bachelor's degree in accounting is required, and a CPA is preferred. Candidates should have a minimum of 8+ years of experience in a combination of public accounting and/or SaaS environments.
- Does the Senior Accounting Manager role at SwiftConnect involve international accounting responsibilities?
- Yes, the role involves supporting and maintaining consolidation for all entities, managing relationships with outsourced providers for foreign subsidiaries, and assisting with tax filing requirements across various jurisdictions, indicating significant international accounting involvement.
- What are the key GAAP principles this Senior Accounting Manager needs to be familiar with?
- The Senior Accounting Manager must have a thorough and current knowledge of GAAP accounting principles. This includes applying them accurately to financial reporting, developing policies, and interpreting GAAP guidance for key accounting and reporting areas.
- What level of analytical skill is expected for the Senior Accounting Manager at SwiftConnect?
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills are crucial. The Senior Accounting Manager is expected to analyze P&L fluctuations, identify accounting issues, and propose effective solutions to improve financial operations.