Job Openings Accountant G&A Durham, North Carolina Apply for this Job Department G&A Employment Type Full Time - US Minimum Experience Experienced Our Team & The Role Join a global team of finance professionals who enjoy a fast-paced & collaborative environment. We use tools & technology as much as possible to streamline our day-to-day activities, and strive for a paperless work environment. The Accountant will be the key resource focused on customer & revenue activities, including working closely with project managers to ensure all billings are captured and revenue projections are updated timely & accurately. This role is also the resident expert on sales compensation plans and commissions. The Accountant will also assist with nearly all aspects of the financial close process, and gain exposure to a wide variety of international accounting & tax activities. The Accountant will report to the Controller. Key Responsibilities Day-to-day accounting operations of the company and month-end close activities Accounts receivable processing, including customer billings and collections Review & analysis of customer contracts for financial implications, including billing, revenue recognition, commissions and cash flow Ownership of monthly commissions process, including analysis of inputs, preparation of calculations, and distribution of reports to ensure accurate payroll processing and expense accrual Monthly reconciliation of deferred revenue and unbilled accounts receivable to ensure accurate revenue recognition Preparation of general journal entries, accruals, balance sheet reconciliations, and intercompany activity to ensure accurate financial reporting in accordance with GAAP Monthly & quarterly sales & use tax review and filings to ensure compliance with state & local laws Assist with updating monthly revenue & billings projections for financial & cash forecasting Preparation of audit and tax schedules requested by external audit firm Fixed asset management, including timely accounting for additions and disposals, calculation of monthly depreciation, working closely with IT to ensure accurate tracking and tagging of assets, and timely filing of business property listing Accounts payable processing, maintaining vendor records & W-9s, and 1099 reporting, ensuring accurate coding, timely processing, and compliance with IRS and state tax regulations Assist with financial policies and procedures documentation and enforcement to ensure internal controls are in place and operating effectively Assist with monthly & quarterly reporting to bank, investors, and Board of Directors Ad hoc financial reporting and analysis and finance-related projects Desired Qualifications, Experience & Skills Degree in accounting or finance Minimum 1-3 years of work experience in accounting/finance roles Strong interpersonal and oral & written communication skills, including effectively communicating with all levels of internal personnel and external parties (customers, vendors, investors, etc.) to ensure positive interactions with the finance organization Focus on accuracy and attention to detail Ability to multi-task and meet deadlines; highly organized Proactive, eager to learn & improve processes Advanced Microsoft Excel skills; experience with QuickBooks is a plus Knowledge of revenue recognition standards, including ASC 606, is a plus