*Senior Accountant - LATAM - (S000212G)

Job Title: Senior Accountant - LATAM
Location: Remote (EST Time zone)
Salary Range: up to 2500 USD

Work Schedule: Monday-Friday, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM EST

NOTE: INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR POSITION

Company Overview:

Sagan is an exclusive membership community for top executives, founders, and CEOs seeking to hire and maximize the impact of international talent. We bridge the gap between global talent and US-based businesses, connecting candidates from vibrant regions like Latin America, the Philippines, India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, and Africa with leading American companies. Discover a world of career possibilities with Sagan.

About the Company:

Sagan represents a growing and dynamic company that thrives on innovative solutions to support our clients in achieving their financial goals. Our team values critical thinkers who see opportunities in challenges and contribute significantly to the success of the business. We operate in a fast-paced startup environment where each member's contributions are impactful and essential.

Position Overview:
The Senior Accountant will play a crucial role in managing financial operations, ensuring accuracy and compliance in financial reporting, and supporting the company's growth. This position requires a self-directed individual who excels in a dynamic and collaborative environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Accounts Payable and Receivable Management (25%):
  • Manage all functions of accounts payable and receivable, including processing vendor invoices, vendor payments, customer invoices, and collections.
  • Ensure timely payment of invoices and accurate recording of revenue.
    
• Month-End Close (30%):
  • Independently perform the month-end close process within 5 business days.
  • Reconcile accounts, prepare journal entries, manage accruals and prepaids, and ensure all financial data is accurate.
    
• Bookkeeping (10%):
  • Maintain day-to-day bookkeeping, regularly update the general ledger, and monitor financial transactions for accuracy.
    
• Expense Management (4%):
  • Manage company expenses, including coding, collecting receipts, and reviewing small spend requests.
  • Monitor and control costs to ensure expenses are within budget.
    
• Commissions and Incentives Administration (6%):
  • Calculate and submit commissions and incentives to the head of finance.
  • Track and maintain sales commissions and performance incentives accurately.
    
• Vendor and Contractor Management (6%):
  • Manage vendors and contractors, including setups, documentation collection, and renewals.
  • Ensure all vendor information is up-to-date and maintain strong relationships with suppliers.
    
• Financial Report Consolidations (7%):
  • Create monthly and quarterly financial report consolidations.
  • Compile financial data to provide comprehensive reports for management review.
    
• Compliance and Sales Tax (4%):
  • Assist in maintaining compliance with relevant regulations and managing sales tax obligations.
  • Stay current with regulatory changes and ensure timely filing of sales tax returns.
    
• FP&A Assistance (3%):
  • Assist in Financial Planning & Analysis functions as needed, especially related to financial data collection.
    
• Additional Tasks & Continuous Improvement (3%):
  • Complete any other tasks, special projects, or ad hoc analyses as assigned.
  • Continuously support the improvement of departmental processes through automation and innovation.

Qualifications:

• 5 years of relevant accounting experience.
• Bachelors degree in accounting or corporate finance.
• Highly proficient in English speaking and writing.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, and QuickBooks Online.
• Strong quantitative and analytical skills with an aptitude for problem-solving.
• Comfortable operating in a dynamic and fast-paced environment while maintaining high attention to detail.
• Proficient in U.S. GAAP concepts and accounting fundamentals including ASC 606.
• Ability to practice confidentiality and discretion with company financial data.
• Entrepreneurial mindset with a proactive approach to identifying and solving problems.

Nice-to-Haves:

• Experience in a start-up environment with a bootstrapped mindset.
• Experience in a SaaS technology/service-based business.
• Professional accounting designation such as CA or CPA.
• Familiarity with U.S.-based regulations, sales tax, and business contracts.
• Ability to conceptualize data frameworks related to accounting data such as cost centers and product allocations.
• Masters degree in accounting or finance.

Please note: To ensure prompt processing of your application, we kindly request that you submit your resume and intro video in English format.