Senior Staff Accountant

This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, which manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Senior Staff Accountant based in the United States.

As a Senior Staff Accountant, you will play a key role in maintaining financial accuracy, strengthening accounting operations, and supporting strategic business decisions within a growing international technology business. You will oversee essential accounting activities, including financial close, reconciliations, reporting, and financial analysis, while contributing to payroll support and special projects. Working in a dynamic, fast-paced environment, you will collaborate with colleagues across functions and geographies to ensure reliable financial information and effective processes. You will combine the discipline of established accounting practices with the adaptability needed to thrive in a growing organization. Beyond traditional accounting responsibilities, you will investigate financial trends, support budgeting and forecasting, and identify opportunities to improve operational efficiency. This role offers the opportunity to take ownership, work closely with finance leadership, and contribute directly to the financial health and continued growth of a global digital infrastructure business.

Accountabilities:

• Financial Close and Reporting: Own key components of the monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes, including journal entries, accruals, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules. Maintain general ledger integrity and contribute to accurate, timely financial statements and management reports.

• Financial Analysis: Analyze financial results, investigate variances, identify trends and underlying business drivers, and communicate actionable insights to support informed decision-making.

• Budgeting and Forecasting: Support budgeting, forecasting, cash-flow analysis, and other financial planning activities to improve financial visibility and resource management.

• Payroll Support: Coordinate with payroll providers and internal stakeholders to support accurate payroll processing, reconciliations, reporting, and timely resolution of discrepancies.

• Cross-Functional Accounting Operations: Provide support across accounts payable, accounts receivable, treasury, travel and expense management, procurement, tax, audit, and compliance activities as required.

• Controls and Process Improvement: Strengthen accounting controls, documentation, reporting practices, and operational workflows while developing practical, scalable solutions suited to a growing business.

• Special Projects: Partner with the controller on financial and operational initiatives, taking ownership of projects that may extend beyond traditional accounting responsibilities.

• External Partner Coordination: Work effectively with external auditors, tax advisors, payroll providers, banks, and other service providers to maintain accurate records and support compliance.

• Global Financial Collaboration: Collaborate with finance and non-finance colleagues across different functions, locations, and professional backgrounds, communicating complex financial information clearly and effectively.

• Operational Problem-Solving: Apply sound judgment, analytical thinking, and initiative to address emerging business needs, improve financial processes, and support evolving organizational priorities.

Requirements:

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. A CPA, CA, CMA, or equivalent professional designation is an advantage but is not required.

• Professional Experience: Five to seven years of progressive accounting experience, with substantial responsibility for financial close, reconciliations, and financial reporting.

• Accounting Expertise: Strong accounting fundamentals and experience maintaining accurate general ledger records, preparing financial statements, and supporting month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close activities.

• Financial Analysis: Demonstrated ability to conduct variance analysis, interpret financial data, support forecasting, identify business trends, and translate findings into clear recommendations.

• Systems and Technical Skills: Advanced Excel or spreadsheet proficiency and practical experience with NetSuite. Ability to learn new financial systems, tools, and technologies quickly.

• International Accounting Knowledge: Working knowledge of International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS). Experience with multi-entity, multi-currency, or cross-border operations is a strong advantage.

• Treasury and Operational Finance: Experience with treasury activities, travel and expense processing and management, and procurement.

• Organizational Experience: Experience in a larger, established organization with exposure to strong internal controls, disciplined processes, and high-quality financial reporting.

• Growth-Stage Experience: Previous experience in a startup, small company, or high-growth business, with the ability to adapt to changing priorities and contribute beyond narrowly defined responsibilities.

• Communication and Collaboration: Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build productive relationships across functions, cultures, geographies, and levels of seniority.

• Ownership and Accountability: A hands-on, team-oriented mindset, with a willingness to take responsibility for both detailed accounting tasks and broader business challenges.

• Adaptability and Initiative: Comfort working with ambiguity, shifting priorities, and evolving responsibilities while maintaining accuracy and high professional standards.

• Analytical Curiosity: A proactive approach to understanding the meaning behind financial results, investigating discrepancies, and identifying opportunities for improvement.

• Integrity and Discretion: Ability to handle confidential financial and payroll information responsibly, exercising sound judgment, professionalism, and integrity.

• Work Authorization: Must be legally authorized to work in the country of employment. Visa sponsorship is not available.

Benefits:

• Competitive compensation: Attractive total compensation package combining a competitive base salary and performance-based bonus.

• Healthcare coverage: Medical and dental insurance.

• Financial protection: Life insurance benefits.

• Retirement savings: 401(k) plan with employer matching.

• Supplemental benefits: Access to additional benefits designed to support employee well-being and financial security.

• Remote flexibility: Remote work opportunities for U.S.-based employees, with occasional travel for team collaboration and business needs.

• International collaboration: Opportunities to work with colleagues and external partners across multiple geographies and professional disciplines.

• Professional growth: Exposure to a broad range of accounting, financial analysis, and operational responsibilities, with opportunities to expand expertise and take ownership of new initiatives.

• Meaningful impact: The opportunity to contribute to a growing global technology platform that helps simplify access to telecommunications network APIs and supports the development of innovative digital services.

Inclusive work environment: A collaborative workplace that values diverse perspectives, mutual respect, and contributions from individuals with different backgrounds and experiences.