Senior Staff Accountant

Job Overview: We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Senior Staff Accountant to join our growing team at Coretek. This position is ideal for someone currently in public accounting seeking more flexibility and work-life balance or for an individual in private accounting looking for an exciting opportunity in a high-growth tech company. In this role, you will be responsible for a variety of accounting activities related to the maintenance of a complete and accurate general ledger and the resultant managerial reports and financial statements. Your attention to detail will be essential in maintaining accurate financial records and ensuring compliance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Day-to-day accounting functions and maintaining the general ledger.
• Monthly reconciliations and journal entry creation for assigned general ledger accounts, ensuring proper account and line of business classifications
• Create billing and revenue recognition schedules following company policies and guidelines, focused on Managed Services recurring revenue and Microsoft reseller consumption and licenses
• Own the coordination and filing of sales and use tax in various states using the third-party tool, Avalara.
• Assist with the annual budget and quarterly forecasts.
• Serve as a point of contact for internal and external audits by responding to inquiries and gathering data.
• Work with the security team to perform control activities to ensure accurate reporting and compliance with internal control standards.
• Act as a backup to other accounting staff within the department.
• Assist with miscellaneous accounting procedures and reconciliations as they arise.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, Accounting, or a related field.
• 3-5 years of proven experience in relevant accounting or finance roles.
• Proficiency in using accounting software and tools, including Salesforce, PSA (Professional Services Automation), Billing Central, Excel, Microsoft Word, and Power BI.
• Strong understanding of revenue recognition principles and accounting standards.
• Excellent attention to detail and analytical skills.
• Effective communication skills for collaborating with internal teams, external auditors, and vendors.

Skills and Attributes:

• Ability to work independently and as part of a small team, managing multiple tasks efficiently.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to meet deadlines and prioritize tasks.
• Problem-solving mindset and a proactive approach to identifying and resolving issues.
• Exceptional accuracy and precision in financial data handling.
• Flexibility to adapt to a fast-paced environment and evolving technology landscape.
• Strong ethics and a commitment to maintaining the confidentiality of financial information.
• Self-starter with the ability to work autonomously and make decisions with little direction.
• Ability to provide proactive analysis.
• High energy, flexibility, and a positive attitude.
• Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Use of various computer software applications related to general business practices. Must have significant experience with Excel.

Work Environment:  This position will be located in-office at our headquarters in Farmington Hills, MI.