Senior Staff Accountant

Senior Staff AccountantAt CyberMaxx, we believe it is our duty to defend against those committed to wide-scale societal disruption through cyberattacks. We help our customers reduce risk by tightly integrating MDR with offensive security, threat hunting, security research, and digital forensics and incident response (DFIR) to continually adapt to new and evolving threats. Our modern MDR (Managed Detection & Response) approach is tailored to the unique characteristics and risk factors of each customer, enabling us to take full ownership of the response process and, optionally, manage key security controls. By thinking like an adversary and defending like a guardian, we help our customers stay a step ahead of threat actors.CyberMaxx is seeking a highly motivated Senior Staff Accountant to support the monthly close, assist with audit and compliance activities, and help advance accounting automation initiatives. This position will be a key contributor in transforming the accounting function through the implementation and adoption of AI-driven tools, Sage Intacct Copilot, and workflow automation solutions designed to reduce manual processes, improve accuracy, and accelerate the month-end close.The ideal candidate is a proactive problem-solver who enjoys improving processes, leveraging technology, and partnering across departments to deliver timely and accurate financial information. This role requires a self-sufficient accounting professional who can independently manage reconciliations, journal entries, audit support, and financial analysis while contributing to the continued advancement of the accounting environment.Key ResponsibilitiesMonth-End, Quarter-End, and Year-End Close ProcessesSupport the monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting.Prepare journal entries, accruals, reclasses, and support month-end accounting activities.Identify opportunities to streamline close activities and reduce the overall time to close.AI, Automation & Continuous ImprovementServe as a key accounting resource in the implementation and optimization of AI-driven accounting processes and Sage Copilot capabilities.Partner with Finance leadership to identify, design, and implement automation opportunities throughout the close process.Leverage AI tools to enhance account analysis, variance investigations, reconciliations, reporting, and workflow efficiency.Develop and maintain standardized processes that reduce manual effort, improve accuracy, and strengthen internal controls.Act as a change champion, helping the accounting team adopt new technologies and best practices.Reconciliations & General Ledger ManagementOwn and manage balance sheet reconciliations, ensuring completeness, accuracy, and timely resolution of reconciling items.Analyze account activity and investigate significant fluctuations and trends.Prepare monthly bank reconciliationsSupport fixed assets, prepaids, accruals, international consolidation, and other general ledger accounting functions.Payroll & Financial ReportingPrepare and record payroll-related journal entries and reconciliations.Support monthly management reporting and financial statement preparation, including preparation of the management reporting package for distribution to leadership.Assist with variance analysis, trend analysis, and ad hoc financial reporting requests.Provide meaningful insights from financial data using both traditional analytical techniques and AI-assisted tools.Accounts Payable Support & Vendor ComplianceProvide backup support for accounts payable, purchasing, and bank transaction processing, including wire transfers.Maintain 1099 contractor compliance, including vendor setup and support the annual 1099 audit in the ERP system.Audit & ComplianceHandle day-to-day external audit requests and related follow-up while supporting the Accounting Manager as the overall audit lead.Coordinate audit deliverables, prepare schedules, and manage auditor communications.Ensure audit support documentation is complete, organized, and available on a timely basis.Assist in maintaining compliance with GAAP and internal accounting policies.Cross-Functional CollaborationPartner with FP&A, HR, Operations, and other business stakeholders to support accounting processes and reporting needs.Assist in evaluating and documenting accounting impacts of new business initiatives.Manage the channel partner commissions inbox and support preparation and distribution of channel partner commission statements.Prepare and distribute travel & expense reporting to relevant stakeholders.Maintain confidentiality of sensitive payroll, HR, and financial data consistent with expanded system access and increased responsibility.Mentor and provide guidance to junior accounting team members as applicable.QualificationsRequiredBachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance.3–5+ years of progressive accounting experience, including experience in Staff Accountant and/or Senior Accountant roles.Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP and month-end close processes.Experience preparing journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial analyses.Experience supporting external audits and responding to audit requests.Advanced Excel skills and experience working within ERP systems.Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.Exceptional attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.PreferredExperience with Sage Intacct and/or Sage Copilot.Experience implementing accounting process improvements or automation initiatives.Familiarity with AI-enabled productivity and financial analysis tools.Experience in a SaaS, technology, cybersecurity, or private equity-backed environment.Some Of What We OfferFlexible Paid Time Off401k with a company matchMedical, Dental and Vision CoverageVoluntary Short Term and Long-Term DisabilityEmployee Assistance Program with Mental Health SupplementVoluntary Basic, Accidental, and other ancillary life insuranceHealth Savings Account Contribution (with selection of a HDHP)10 annual, paid holidaysCyberMaxx will consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran or military status, age, genetic information, or other characteristics protected by federal, state, or local applicable law.