Staff Accountant

Summary

Join Consensus, a dynamic SaaS company, as a Staff Accountant and play a key role in managing accounts payable (AP) and accounts receivable (AR) processes. You will process invoices, reconcile accounts, communicate with vendors and customers, and ensure timely payments. This position requires in-depth knowledge of GAAP principles, proficiency in accounting systems, and a strong motivation to contribute to efficient financial reporting. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, able to meet deadlines, and work effectively in a fast-paced environment. Consensus offers a robust benefits package including health and wellness benefits, retirement plan, paid parental leave, unlimited PTO, flexible work options, professional development opportunities, and paid volunteer days.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
• At least 1-2 years of accounting experience with strong foundation in accounting principles, accrual accounting, GAAP standards and tech-forward accounting techniques
• Previous experience in financial close responsibilities
• Excellent proficiency in Excel
• Experience with other systems integration with NetSuite
• Proven experience thriving in a fast-paced environment
• Strong time management and multitasking skills
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Problem solving tendencies, analytical skills, and a forward thinking mindset

Responsibilities

• Manage vendor onboarding
• You will be the primary interface between vendors and Consensus for AP operations
• Process vendor invoices accurately and efficiently, ensuring proper coding and approvals
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date vendor records
• Manage and optimize the payment process to ensure timely payments
• Investigate and resolve discrepancies in invoices and payments
• Prepare and process payments electronically
• Review and process all employee expense reports and reimbursements
• Manage customer onboarding into ERP
• Process new bookings and customer renewals from CSM system into accounting system via integration, confirming proper details are recorded in both systems per the executed agreements
• Create customer invoices according to the terms and conditions of the current active agreements
• Manage assigned customer accounts and monitor payment activity
• Process customer payments daily and post payment activity for the team
• Administer professional and courteous collection emails to past-due assigned accounts
• Develop and implement collection strategies to maximize recoveries
• Research and resolve customer disputes regarding invoices and payments
• Track and report on AR performance metrics weekly
• Match all banking and credit card activity electronically into the accounting system
• Responsible for initial data hygiene - having an intimate knowledge of vendors and expense coding
• Monthly close involvement, including supporting schedule preparation
• Pre-reconcile bank statements and AP ledgers weekly
• Perform other accounting tasks as assigned, such as general ledger entries and additional financial close assistance

Preferred Qualifications

SaaS experience a plus

Benefits

• Benefit from a generous employer contribution towards health insurance, with a variety of plans that include dental and vision coverage
• Enjoy employer contributions to your HSA, and take advantage of HSA/FSA programs to maximize your tax savings
• Secure your future with our 401(k) plan featuring company-matching contributions
• We offer paid parental leave, so you can prioritize what matters most—your family
• Enjoy unlimited PTO and 12 company holidays to recharge and refresh
• Celebrate your birthday with a day off, and enjoy Flex Fridays, where every third Friday of the month is yours to unwind
• Work in a flexible, remote environment that suits your lifestyle, with a top-tier WFH setup provided when you join
• Participate in our professional development program to expand your skills and advance your career
• Make a difference in your community with two paid volunteer days each year at a charity of your choice