Senior Accountant

Summary

Join Graylog, a leading provider of threat detection and response solutions, as a Senior Accountant! Based ideally in Houston, TX, but with remote options, you'll play a vital role in our financial operations. This multifaceted position involves preparing financial statements, reconciling accounts, ensuring GAAP compliance, and collaborating with external auditors. You'll manage a staff accountant, oversee month-end/year-end close processes, and contribute to improving our accounting systems. Graylog offers a supportive, diverse, and remote-friendly work environment with various benefits, including a monthly allowance for commute or home office setup, equity, and opportunities for professional growth.

Requirements

• Previous experience as a lead, senior accountant, or staff accountant with team lead experience
• Thorough knowledge of basic accounting procedures & accrual accounting
• Familiarity with financial accounting statements
• Prior experience with general ledger functions and month-end/year-end close process
• Advanced MS Excel skills including Vlookups and pivot tables
• Aptitude for numbers and quantitative skills

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review monthly financial statements and reports
• Reconcile balance sheet accounts and bank statements
• Ensure compliance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP)
• Keep abreast of tax laws and internal policies and procedures
• Coordinate with external auditors, tax consultants, and regulatory agencies
• Verify, post, and reconcile accounts payable and receivable
• Produce error-free accounting reports and present their results
• Explain month over month financial statement fluctuations
• Review and recommend modifications to accounting systems and procedures
• Manage Staff Accountant
• Prepare financial statements
• Assist with state sales tax reporting and external audits to ensure compliance
• Take lead on month-end and year-end close process
• Develop and document business processes and accounting policies to maintain and strengthen internal controls
• Ensure compliance with GAAP principals
• Run payroll and ensure compliance with state payroll tax requirements
• Manage customer invoicing and collections

Preferred Qualifications

• Hands-on experience with QuickBooks Online, Gusto, Bill.com , and or Expensify
• BS degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Benefits

• Opportunity to work with a globally distributed and diverse team
• Grow and develop professionally and personally in a fast-growing environment
• Choice of latest equipment to help you succeed
• Monthly allowance to support your commute costs and support outfitting your work from home environment
• Equity