Senior Accountant

Remote

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Benefits Administration, BiotechnologyIndustries

Requirements

Candidates must possess a Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, math, business administration, or a related field, along with over 8 years of general accounting experience in public accounting or a private corporate environment. Advanced Excel skills, including pivot tables, lookups, data modeling, charts, and various formulas like SUMIF(s), COUNTIF(s), and nesting, are essential. Proficiency with accounting systems, particularly NetSuite, is a plus. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, meticulous attention to detail, and excellent organizational abilities are required. The ability to manage priorities, meet deadlines autonomously, and communicate complex financial concepts clearly to non-accountants is also necessary. Occasional overtime or weekend work may be required during close cycles.

Responsibilities

The Senior Accountant will be responsible for leading complex accounting processes, maintaining internal controls, and driving improvements in financial reporting. This includes understanding and investigating variance thresholds, researching new situations, and applying accounting judgment to make recommendations on reserves, assets, and expenditures. The role involves documenting and monitoring internal controls for audit readiness, implementing checks and balances, and identifying opportunities for process improvements and automation. Key duties include performing complex account reconciliations, ensuring alignment with GAAP, pulling and analyzing supporting reports and financial statements, and coordinating accounting projects. The Senior Accountant will execute month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close activities, manage sales commission calculations and reporting, and assist with quarterly and annual audit preparation.

Skills

Accounting

Financial Reporting

Internal Controls

Process Improvement

Variance Analysis

Accounting Judgment

bswift

Streamlines employee benefits and HR administration

About bswift

bswift simplifies the management of employee benefits and HR payroll for employers in the United States. They offer services like benefits enrollment and management, helping businesses of all sizes maximize the value of their benefits offerings. What makes bswift different is their focus on client engagement and thought leadership, providing resources and hosting virtual events to assist clients. Their goal is to be a trusted partner in the HR and benefits administration market, ensuring smooth and effective management of employee benefits.

Chicago, IllinoisHeadquarters

1996Year Founded

$49.6MTotal Funding

GROWTH_EQUITY_VCCompany Stage

Consulting, Enterprise SoftwareIndustries

1,001-5,000Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Remote Work Options

Professional Development Budget

Mental Health Support

Employee Wellbeing Initiatives

Flexible Work Hours

Risks

Integration challenges with Evive and Davis & Company may cause operational inefficiencies.

Francisco Partners' acquisition might lead to strategic shifts misaligned with client expectations.

Data privacy concerns with personalized platforms could lead to regulatory scrutiny.

Differentiation

bswift offers a fully integrated personalized engagement platform post-Evive acquisition.

The company provides comprehensive solutions for internal and HR communication needs.

bswift's adaptive technology transforms employee engagement with benefits.

Upsides

Acquisition of Evive enhances data-driven personalization and client engagement.

Francisco Partners' acquisition may accelerate growth and innovation for bswift.

Amit Jain's appointment as COO could bring strategic insights and efficiencies.

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