Senior Accountant

Job TitleAccounting ProfessionalJob DescriptionJoin a team that puts its People First. First American Home Warranty has maintained an unwavering belief in its people. We are passionate about creating an environment where employees feel welcome, supported, and empowered to innovate, grow, and reach their full potential. We are seeking an experienced accounting professional with a strong foundation in public accounting, financial data and reporting.What You'll DoPerform sophisticated financial and account analysis, including balance sheet and income statement analysis, account-level reviews, and integrated revenue and expense analyses.Perform detailed fluctuation, variance, and trend analysis to identify unusual activity, emerging risks, and key business drivers.Work cross functionally in the implementation of the Stripe applicationPrepare and analyze monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, management reports, and supporting schedules.Collaborate across Finance and the broader organization to strengthen reporting, controls, and business decision-making.Apply analytical rigor to account balances and financial results, identifying errors, control issues, and risks that could materially affect the company's financial statements.Play a key role in the monthly, quarterly, and annual close and financial reporting processes, helping ensure complete, accurate, and timely financial resultsSupport internal and external audits by preparing schedules, responding to requests, researching accounting matters, and partnering with auditors and internal stakeholders.Communicate financial results, accounting issues, risks, and recommendations clearly to multiple levels of the organization and escalate significant matters to management when appropriate.What You'll BringBachelor's degree in Accounting required; MBA or other advanced degree preferred.4+ years of progressive accounting, audit, financial reporting, or related experience.Public accounting experience strongly preferred, with demonstrated experience in audit, financial statement analysis, technical accounting, or financial reporting.Previous experience analyzing account activity and financial results, investigating variances, identifying trends and anomalies, and explaining the underlying business drivers.Advanced knowledge of the interpretation and application of U.S. GAAPDemonstrated critical thinking and problem-solving skillsPrevious experience working on the implementation of the Stripe application or any other similar systemExcellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to clearly explain financial and accounting matters to both finance and non-finance stakeholders.Proficiency in FabricAbility to organize, prioritize, and manage multiple responsibilities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.Strong Microsoft Office skills and experience using data extraction or query tools to analyze financial information.Experience partnering with geographically dispersed or non-U.S.-based accounting teams preferred.CPA or CPA candidate preferred, but not required.Pay Range: $73,900.00 - $98,500.00 AnnuallyThis hiring range is a reasonable estimate of the base pay range for this position at the time of posting. Pay is based on a number of factors which may include job-related knowledge, skills, experience, business requirements and geographic location.First American will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with arrest or conviction records, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws (e.g., the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act).First American intends to conduct a review of an applicant's criminal history in connection with a conditional offer. First American reasonably believes that a criminal history may have a direct, adverse and negative relationship with the following material job duties for this position potentially resulting in the withdrawal of the conditional offer of employment: handling of confidential, proprietary or trade secret information belonging to First American or its customers, administrating or facilitating financial transactions, and the ability to meet customer-imposed criminal history requirements.Based on eligibility, First American offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401k, PTO/paid sick leave and other great benefits like an employee stock purchase plan. First American