General Ledger Accountant

Summary

Join Tekmetric, a rapidly growing cloud-based auto-repair shop management system company, as their General Ledger Accountant. This vital role will provide support in multi-entity accounting and reporting, working closely with the Accounting team and Leadership. You will perform complex accounting work, assist in consolidated entity reporting, and maintain general ledger integrity. The position requires ensuring GAAP and SaaS accounting standards compliance, developing a deep understanding of business operations, leading the month-end close process, and reconciling complex accounts. You will also manage multi-entity reporting, partner with FP&A, support process improvements, and contribute to special projects. This role reports to the Head of Accounting.

Requirements

• BA/BS degree in Accounting, CPA is preferred
• 5-8 years progressive finance experience with advance understanding of GAAP and grasp of financial statements
• Strong experience with multi-entity accounting, reporting and consolidations required
• Relentless attention to detail, the ability to manage multiple projects and meet tight deadlines
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment and adapting to new challenges
• Ability to self-start and self-direct work in an unstructured environment; comfortable dealing with ambiguity and defining the agenda
• Proficiency in ERP software, preferably NetSuite, and Excel (i.e. LOOKUPs, Data tables, pivot tables, etc.) required
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Proficiency in NetSuite , including modules like GL, AP, AR, and reporting tools
• Experience with multi-entity accounting and consolidated financial reporting
• Accrual accounting knowledge , especially for SaaS business models (e.g., prepaid expenses, deferred revenue)
• Advanced Excel skills (e.g., pivot tables, lookups, reconciliation templates)
• Proclivity for system integrations and process optimization

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with GAAP and SaaS accounting standards , particularly in a multi-entity environment , by applying proper accounting policies and principles
• Develop a deep understanding of the company’s business operations and their impact on month-end accounting processes, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure accurate accruals and financial reporting
• Lead and support the month-end close process , ensuring timely, accurate, and efficient financial reporting
• Reconcile complex accounts , including intercompany transactions and subsidiary ledgers , while maintaining a strong grasp of accrual accounting and its financial impact
• Manage multi-entity reporting , including consolidations and eliminations , ensuring accuracy across all entities
• Partner with FP&A to ensure alignment between financial statements and forecasts, providing flux analysis and insightful financial narratives that explain business trends and variances
• Support and drive process improvements to enhance financial operations, automation, and efficiency as the company scales
• Assist in evaluating, designing, and implementing process enhancements , ensuring financial and operational workflows evolve to meet the demands of a high-growth SaaS environment
• Contribute to special projects , including M&A activity, financial research, decision support, and ad hoc strategic initiatives
• Support external audits by preparing and providing required documentation, reconciliations, and analysis

Benefits

• Flexible and remote work opportunities
• Generous PTO
• Exceptional leave programs for all of life’s moments: maternity, paternity and parental bonding, as well as medical leave to care for yourself or loved ones
• Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Coverage
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with a 6% Match
• Employer covered STD, LTD, Life and AD&D Insurance Programs
• Up to $60 monthly for wellness expenses and activities
• Education Assistance- includes undergraduate/graduate courses and continuing education