Senior Accountant

Scan.com

$105K — $115K *
Legal & Accounting
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-7 years of accounting experience with a proven track record in a high-growth business
  • Strong understanding of UK GAAP, US GAAP, and IFRS
  • Advanced Excel skills for financial analysis
  • Experience with internal and external audits
  • Preferably holds CPA or equivalent qualification
  • Ability to manage tight deadlines and effectively prioritize tasks

Responsibilities

  • Prepare and review journal entries and account reconciliations
  • Analyze financial trends and variances for accuracy
  • Manage the financial close process to ensure timely reporting
  • Prepare in-depth financial reports for management
  • Support external audits with necessary documentation
  • Develop and enhance accounting policies for improved efficiency
  • Assist in mentoring and developing junior staff

Benefits

  • 401k plan
  • Healthcare coverage, including vision and dental
  • Provision of necessary equipment for job performance
  • Flexible working schedule
  • Hybrid working arrangements available
  • Personal development budget for continuous learning
  • 18 days of PTO plus public holidays
  • 10 paid sick days
  • Inclusive workplace policies tailored for team needs
Full Job Description
Senior Accountant role will be central to our finance team, reporting to our Accounting Manager, and will deliver trusted, accurate financial statements and reporting.

WHAT YOU WILL BE GETTING INVOLVED IN:

The Senior Accountant will be a key member of our finance team, partnering closely with the team to deliver accurate, timely, and trusted financial reporting.

This role is critical in building scalable processes, strengthening internal controls, and supporting strategic decision-making as we continue to grow.

Financial Close & Reporting
  • Prepare and review journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules
  • Analyze trends, variances, and account activity to ensure financial accuracy
  • Manage monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes to deliver accurate financial statements within tight deadlines
  • Prepare and analyze financial reports to support management decision-making
  • Support external audits by preparing documentation and responding to auditor inquiries
  • Maintain and enforce internal controls to ensure compliance with UK GAAP, US GAAP, IFRS, and other regulatory requirements

Process Optimization
  • Assist in developing and refining accounting policies to improve efficiency
  • Drive efficiency through process improvements and automation initiatives
  • Enhance data quality and scalability across finance systems and workflows

Team Leadership
  • While the role will have no direct reports, the senior accountant will assist in developing junior staff into a proactive, solution-oriented team

THE TOP 5 THINGS WE WANT YOU TO ACHIEVE IN YOUR FIRST YEAR ARE:
  1. Accelerate Close Process - Deliver monthly management accounts within 5 business days of the month-end
  2. Improve Data Quality - Implement process improvements to enhance the accuracy and reliability of financial data
  3. Optimize Systems & Automation - Reduce manual touchpoints and streamline workflows for scalability
  4. Strengthen Controls - Design and implement a robust, documented, and automated control environment
  5. Build a High-Performing Team - Develop and mentor the junior staff into a trusted, solution-oriented partner for the greater organization


WHAT YOU MIGHT BRING TO THE TABLE:
  • A deep understanding of accounting principles and best practices to ensure accurate and compliant financial reporting
  • Comfortable with tight month-end close deadlines and the ability to deliver against deadlines
  • Experience in a supervisory role, managing and developing an accounting team
  • Experience in dealing with internal and external auditors
  • Public accounting experience preferred
  • CPA, or equivalent qualification, is preferred
  • Advanced proficiency with Excel for financial analysis
  • Experience working in a high-growth business, ideally in a multi-entity environment
  • Strong attention to detail and organizational skills

BENEFITS:

We go beyond the basics with our benefits package. Here's what you can expect from us:
  • Salary range of $105,000 - $115,000
  • 401k
  • Healthcare, Vision, and Dental
  • All the equipment needed for you to do your role effectively
  • Flexible working
  • Hybrid working options
  • Personal Development budgets
  • 18 days PTO plus public holidays
  • 10 paid sick days
  • Inclusive policies designed by our team, for our team


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