Accounting Support Specialist

STAFF ACCOUNTING SUPPORT SPECIALIST

POSITION SUMMARY

The Staff Accounting Support Specialist combines senior-level accounting execution with Tier 1 technical and application support. This role focuses on core accounting operations, monthly close, reconciliations, and GAAP compliance while also supporting accounting systems, ERP tools, and user-reported issues. The position partners closely with Accounting, Finance, and Support teams and serves as a functional accounting expert with strong system and data proficiency.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Prepare and review monthly, quarter-end, and year-end journal entries.
• Own balance sheet account reconciliations and resolve reconciling items on a timely basis.
• Analyze balance sheet and P&L variances and provide clear explanations and corrective actions.
• Support monthly close activities and ensure adherence to close calendars and accuracy standards.
• Prepare accruals and analyze large datasets to support corporate accounting processes.
• Support intercompany transactions, reconciliations, and eliminations.
• Assist with data preparation and uploads into consolidation and reporting systems.
• Support internal and external audits and prepare required financial schedules.
• Ensure compliance with US GAAP, internal policies, and SOX-related controls.
• Identify and document process improvements and support internal control enhancements.
• Provide Tier 1 functional and technical support for accounting systems and applications.
• Troubleshoot user-reported accounting and system issues and document resolutions in CRM tools.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to resolve data, system, and process-related issues.
• Support ad hoc analysis and special projects as assigned.
• Support flexible work hours during close cycles and peak periods.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance is required.
• Master’s degree is preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive accounting experience.
• Public accounting experience is preferred.
• Experience in a global or multi-entity environment is strongly preferred.
• Experience in software or SaaS companies is preferred.
• CPA or equivalent certification is preferred but not required.
• Strong working knowledge of US GAAP and general accounting principles.
• Basic knowledge of SOX controls and internal control frameworks.
• Advanced Excel skills including pivot tables, lookups, and data analysis functions.
• Experience with ERP and financial systems, Dynamics AX and Cognos experience is a plus.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• High attention to detail with sound judgment and decision-making ability.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Fluent in English.

It is impossible to list every requirement for, or responsibility of, any position.  Similarly, we cannot identify all the skills a position may require since job responsibilities and the Company’s needs may change over time.  Therefore, the above job description is not comprehensive or exhaustive.   The Company reserves the right to adjust, add to or eliminate any aspect of the above description.  The Company also retains the right to require all employees to undertake additional or different job responsibilities when necessary to meet business needs.