Accounting Specialist

Summary

Join OpenSesame's dynamic accounting team as the Collections Lead! In this impactful role, you will manage communications with employees and customers, drive results by meeting DSO goals and reducing AFDA, and serve as the primary payroll contact. You'll collaborate with various teams, ensuring accurate payroll processing and compliance. This position offers opportunities for growth and long-term success within a fast-paced, high-growth environment. The role requires proficiency in NetSuite, Tesorio, and ADP, along with strong communication and problem-solving skills. OpenSesame offers a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and remote work flexibility.

Requirements

Be energetic, proactive, and detail-oriented

Responsibilities

• Independently manage communications with employees and customers while using NetSuite, Tesorio, and ADP to address inquiries
• Collaborate with the accounting, sales, and CSM teams to collect payments from customers and begin supporting AR collections efforts
• Prepare and reconcile semi-monthly payroll, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local tax regulations
• Begin maintaining accurate records for employee compensation, deductions, benefits, and garnishments
• Familiarize yourself with preparing, filing, and reconciling sales tax reports using Avalara
• Independently complete monthly close tasks within five business days
• Process expense reports within three days and ensure payroll is accurately processed semi-monthly, 72 hours prior to payday
• Filed and reconciled sales tax filings, ensuring compliance with tax laws and regulations
• Act as the primary point of contact for payroll-related inquiries, providing professional and prompt responses to employee concerns
• Collaborate with HR and Finance to address and resolve employee questions regarding paychecks, deductions, benefits, and expense reimbursements
• Fully own and independently file and reconcile all sales tax returns and demonstrate mastery of the AR collections process
• Conduct audits to verify the accuracy of payroll and sales tax data, resolving discrepancies as needed
• Assist in preparing and submitting required reports, including year-end statements such as W-2s and 1099s
• Identify opportunities for process improvement, streamlining efficiency and accuracy through automation and software optimization
• Build on process improvements and maintain compliance with company policies and legal requirements, ensuring confidentiality and security of employee information

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with NetSuite, Tesorio, and ADP
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills

Benefits

• Health insurance
• 401(k) matching
• Paid time off
• Professional development
• ISOs