Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Exemplar Companies is a multidisciplinary professional services firm supporting growing businesses and high-net-worth individuals through law, tax, strategy, wealth management, insurance, and business advisory services. The Senior Accountant will maintain financial integrity through reporting, reconciliations, close activities, audit support, and process improvements while providing financial insights to leadership. This fully remote role also partners across departments and leverages technology and automation to improve accounting operations.
Responsibilities
- Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts
- Prepare and post journal entries
- Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with GAAP
- Lead month-end and year-end close processes
- Reconcile bank accounts, balance sheet accounts, and other financial records
- Maintain fixed asset and prepaid schedules as needed
- Ensure the accuracy and integrity of all financial records
- Manage or support Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable functions
- Support budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow planning
- Assist with internal and external audits
- Coordinate tax reporting and work with external tax advisors
- Ensure compliance with GAAP and applicable financial regulations
- Analyze financial results and provide meaningful recommendations to leadership
- Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes, internal controls, and efficiencies
- Leverage automation and AI-powered tools where appropriate to improve workflows
- Assist with ERP implementations, upgrades, or financial system improvements
- Partner with leadership, operations, tax, and external advisors on strategic initiatives
- Prepare reports and financial information to support executive decision-making
- Contribute to a collaborative, team-oriented culture focused on continuous improvement
Skills
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
- 4–7+ years of progressive accounting experience
- Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting
- Experience preparing journal entries and account reconciliations
- Experience leading month-end and year-end close
- Proficiency with accounting software such as NetSuite, Sage Intacct, QuickBooks, Microsoft Dynamics, Oracle, SAP, Xero, or similar ERP systems
- Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, and financial reporting
- Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to prioritize multiple projects and consistently meet deadlines
- Takes ownership and accountability for their work
- Has exceptional attention to detail
- Enjoys solving problems and improving processes
- Works well independently while collaborating across departments
- Is comfortable learning new technology and leveraging AI tools to improve efficiency
- Thrives in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment
- Values integrity, collaboration, and continuous improvement
- CPA designation (active or in progress)
- Experience in a multi-entity environment
- Experience supporting audits and tax compliance
- Experience with budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis
- Experience implementing accounting automation or financial technology solutions
- Professional services, consulting, legal, financial services, or multi-company experience
Benefits
- Full-time W-2 employment
- Fully remote work environment
- Health, dental, and vision benefits
- Paid Time Off
- Professional development opportunities
- Opportunity to grow within a collaborative, purpose-driven organization
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