Senior Accountant

Your Role at Genius

We are seeking a motivated, detail-oriented Senior Accountant to join our finance team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in accounting, excellent analytical skills, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment. This role plays a crucial role in the order to cash process as well as taking ownership of all accounts receivable activities, day-to-day general ledger tasks, maintaining accuracy in all financial records, data entry, analyzing financial data, preparing financial statements/reports, and ensuring compliance internally and externally. Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently and collaboratively are essential for success in this position. 

Please Note: This position is based in California. Applicants must currently reside in the state of California to be considered for this opportunity.

What You’ll Do 

• Generate, accurate and timely invoices to send to customers and ensure payments are received within the established terms or payment arrangement.
• Record and apply customer payments made via wires, ACH, checks, PayPal, etc. daily, ensuring timely and accurate posting to the correct accounts.
• Perform regular bank and general ledger account reconciliations, identifying and resolving discrepancies. Monitor banking activities to detect irregularities, including identifying and resolving discrepancies.
• Independently reconcile customer accounts and investigate discrepancies, following up as necessary to resolve issues including timely responses to customer inquiries.
• Perform reconciliations between bank deposits, A/R sub ledger accounts and the general ledger.
• Maintain the Fixed Assets sub-ledger, including processing additions and reviewing classification of monthly activity and recording entries for depreciation, asset disposals, and other necessary adjustments.
• Assist in maintaining general ledger accounts and performing end-of-month close activities to ensure conformity with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and to support internal reporting objectives.
• Responsible for financial accounting records from general ledger through preparation and verification of financial statements.
• Own monthly and quarterly financial reporting packages, including P&L, variance analysis vs. budget and prior periods
• Build and maintain forecasts including working with other departments to create a single unified forecast
• Perform deep-dive analyses on key metrics and translate findings into actionable recommendations
• Develop and maintain financial models for scenario planning and new initiatives
• Contribute to process improvements and system implementations.
• Develop relationships with internal and external parties.
• Support the annual audit process, including preparation of audit schedules and responding to auditor inquiries.
• Identify and recommend process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy within the accounting department.
• Assists with tax filings and responds to requests from tax preparers.
• Assist in special projects and ad hoc financial analysis as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

What We’re Searching For 

• Proficiency in Google Workspace and Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
• Experience with ERP systems is required
• Minimum of 4 years of relevant accounting experience (can include internships).
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact professionally with customers and team members.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting standards.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills with high attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills, with the ability to meet deadlines and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred.

The base salary range for this position is $100,000–$110,000 and is determined based on a variety of factors, including experience, education, relevant skills, and industry knowledge.