OpenGov

Senior Accountant

OpenGov$90K — $105K *
Legal & Accounting
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required.
  • 3-5 years of progressive accounting experience, including 2 years in public accounting or high-growth SaaS/technology environment required.
  • Solid command of US GAAP, financial statements, and reporting requirements required.
  • Proficiency with ERP systems (NetSuite preferred) and strong Excel skills required.
  • Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills required.
  • Exceptional attention to detail with strong analytical and problem-solving skills required.

Responsibilities

  • Own day-to-day accounting including journal entries, reconciliations, and analyses for various accounts.
  • Execute monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes and financial reporting deliverables.
  • Develop and maintain accounting policies, internal controls, and procedures to support scalable operations.
  • Partner with cross-functional teams to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting.
  • Provide financial insights and reporting to internal stakeholders and support external audit preparations.
  • Identify and implement process improvements and automation initiatives within accounting.
  • Serve as a key resource on acquisition integration activities during company growth.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive healthcare options for individuals and families.
  • Flexible vacation policy and paid company holidays.
  • 401(k) with company match.
  • Paid parental leave, wellness stipends, and HSA contributions.
  • Professional development and growth opportunities.
  • Collaborative office environment with weekly catered lunches.
Full Job Description
Job Summary:

The Senior Accountant will own various GL accounting process areas within the monthly, quarterly, and annual close activities for the Company. In addition to period-end close activities, the Senior Accountant will assist with financial reporting, audit preparation and support, and the maintenance and improvement of accounting policies and procedures. This individual will bring deep expertise in public accounting and/or industry experience, and this role will operate as a trusted subject matter expert working cross-functionally across the organization to drive timely and accurate financial results. The role sits in our Chicago office four days per week, reports to the Accounting Manager, and offers meaningful exposure to senior finance leadership.

Responsibilities:
  • Own day-to-day accounting for a variety of accounts including accruals, fixed assets, leases, prepaids, intangibles, and other GL accounting areas. This responsibility would include recording journal entries, preparing reconciliations, and supporting analyses
  • Execute key aspects of the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes, completing of financial reporting deliverables, including balance sheet reconciliations and income statement variance analysis
  • Develop, implement, and maintain accounting policies, internal controls, and procedures to support close requirements and scale with the business, including researching technical accounting guidance as needed
  • Partner cross-functionally with FP&A as well as operations teams across the organization to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting
  • Provide financial insights and reporting to internal stakeholders, including FP&A and other business partners, and prepare support for the external audit and respond to various requests and inquiries
  • Independently identify, champion and implement process improvements and automation initiatives within the accounting function
  • Serve as a key accounting resource on acquisition integration activities as OpenGov continues to grow though M&A.


Requirements and Preferred Experience:
  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required
  • 3-5 years of progressive accounting experience, with at least 2 years in a public accounting or high-growth SaaS/technology environment required
  • Solid command of US GAAP, financial statements, and reporting requirements required
  • Proficiency with ERP systems (NetSuite experience preferred) and strong Excel skills required
  • Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills required
  • Experience with one or more of the following areas preferred: Accruals, Fixed Assets, Partner Fees, Leases, and Prepaids
  • Exceptional attention to detail with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • CPA license (or active CPA candidate) preferred

Compensation:

Chicago, IL: $90,000- $105,000

On target ranges above include base plus a portion of variable compensation that is earned based on company and individual performance.

The final compensation will be determined by a number of factors such as qualifications, expertise, and the candidate's geographical location.

Benefits That Work for You

Enjoy an award-winning workplace with the benefits to match, including:
  • Comprehensive healthcare options for individuals and families
  • Flexible vacation policy and paid company holidays
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Paid parental leave, wellness stipends, and HSA contributions
  • Professional development and growth opportunities
  • A collaborative office environment with weekly catered lunches.
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About OpenGov

OpenGov is a cloud-based software company that provides financial transparency and budgeting solutions for the public sector. The company's platform allows governments to streamline their budgeting processes, track performance metrics, and share financial data with the public. OpenGov was founded in 2012 and is headquartered in San Mateo, California.
Learn more about OpenGov
Size
500 employees
Industry
Founded
2012

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