Remote Senior Accountant

Summary

Join SAM Labs as a Senior Accountant to support the next stage of growth, overseeing daily accounting operations, managing financial systems, and enhancing processes. This role offers strong development opportunities in a mission-driven company impacting global education.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA or CMA certification preferred
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in accounting or finance
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles, practices, standards, laws, and regulations
• Experience managing business registration in the US
• Experience with NetSuite and TriNet
• Understanding of SaaS business models
• Startup experience preferred
• Proficiency with accounting software and advanced Excel skills
• Experience with financial reporting, month-end/year-end close processes, and regulatory reporting
• Administrative skills proficiency and attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet tight deadlines
• Experience working with external auditors and managing insurance brokers is a plus
• Fluent in English

Responsibilities

• Lead daily accounting operations, including accounts payable/receivable, cash receipts, general ledger, and payroll for UK and US teams
• Direct the preparation and publication of monthly financial statements. Oversee regulatory reporting
• Manage month-end and year-end close processes. Guide preparation of month-end accounts and year-end audit file
• Monitor and analyze accounting data for accurate financial reports. Supervise audit material preparation and audits
• Collaborate with external auditors for compliance and successful audit results
• Enhance financial systems and procedures, ensuring compliance with GAAP or IFRS
• Manage filing of US reports, including 1099 forms and sales tax
• Handle sales-related legal documents, including W9s, vendor forms, DPAs, and vendor information forms
• Support creation, review, and management of legal documents like agreements and contracts
• Manage relationships with insurance brokers, assess services and premiums, and handle insurance queries and renewals
• Manage payroll, ensure accuracy, set up commissions, and make necessary adjustments
• Facilitate the onboarding process for new hires, including entering data into HR systems, gathering and uploading all necessary employment documentation, and setting up employee benefits such as health insurance
• Maintain and update employee records to ensure they comply with company policies
• Track employee holiday allowances and handle compliance-related documentation such as I-9 forms