Senior GL Accountant in United States Embassy at Jobgether

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

This role offers an opportunity to take ownership of core accounting operations within a fast-growing technology environment.
You will play a key role in maintaining accurate financial records, strengthening accounting processes, and supporting business growth across multiple entities.
The position focuses on general ledger management, financial close activities, compliance, and operational improvements.
You will collaborate closely with Finance, Operations, Product, Sales, and Engineering teams to build scalable systems and ensure financial accuracy.
This is a hands-on opportunity for an experienced accountant who enjoys creating structure, improving processes, and working in an evolving organization.
The ideal candidate combines strong technical accounting knowledge with attention to detail, ownership, and the ability to thrive in a high-growth environment.

The Senior GL Accountant will own key accounting processes and help scale financial operations by ensuring accurate reporting, strong controls, and efficient workflows. This role requires a proactive accounting professional who can manage day-to-day activities while contributing to process improvements.

• Prepare and review journal entries, balance sheet reconciliations, and supporting schedules for monthly and quarterly close activities.
• Own general ledger activities across multiple entities, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and compliance with accounting standards.
• Manage the full procure-to-pay lifecycle, including vendor processes, spend controls, and policy compliance.
• Administer spend management processes and maintain visibility into company expenses.
• Maintain prepaid asset schedules, amortization schedules, and lease accounting activities in accordance with ASC 842 requirements.
• Manage cash and banking activities, including reconciliations across multiple business entities.
• Support budgeting, financial close processes, and variance analysis in partnership with Finance leadership and FP&A teams.
• Support state and multi-state tax compliance and reporting requirements.
• Prepare financial analysis, reports, and ad hoc insights for internal stakeholders.
• Drive improvements across accounting systems and workflows, including ERP, procurement, and financial management tools.
• Build and maintain scalable accounting processes, documentation, and internal controls within a rapidly growing environment.
• Support audit preparation and contribute to maintaining audit-ready financial operations.

The ideal candidate is an experienced accounting professional with strong general ledger expertise and a passion for building efficient financial processes. You should have solid technical accounting knowledge, strong analytical abilities, and the ability to collaborate effectively across teams.

• 4+ years of accounting experience with strong general ledger experience in a multi-entity corporate environment.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or a related field required.
• Strong knowledge and practical application of US GAAP.
• Experience working in SaaS, cloud technology, FinTech, FinOps, or another technology-driven industry preferred.
• Hands-on experience with ERP systems and procurement processes.
• Advanced Excel skills with the ability to analyze and manage financial data effectively.
• Experience working in high-growth, startup, or rapidly changing environments.
• Strong understanding of internal controls and accounting best practices.
• Excellent attention to detail, organization, and time management skills.
• Strong communication abilities with the confidence to collaborate with leadership and cross-functional teams.
• Preferred experience with revenue accounting (ASC 606), lease accounting (ASC 842), and financial statement audits.
• Familiarity with cloud marketplaces such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform.
• Experience with accounting and finance tools such as Sage Intacct, RAMP, and FloQast is a plus.

• Fully remote work environment with optional coworking opportunities.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage with premiums fully covered for employees and partially covered for dependents.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Unlimited paid time off (PTO).
• Flexible spending accounts for healthcare, transportation, and dependent care.
• Cell phone stipend.
• Opportunity to contribute to the growth of an innovative technology company at the intersection of cloud infrastructure and financial optimization.
• Collaborative environment with opportunities to build processes and make a meaningful impact.