What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Accountant position at Flexera Software LLC?
Flexera saves customers billions of dollars in wasted technology spend. A pioneer in Hybrid ITAM and FinOps, Flexera provides award-winning, data-oriented SaaS solutions for technology value optimization (TVO), enabling IT, finance, procurement and cloud teams to gain deep insights into cost optimization, compliance and risks for each business service. Flexera One solutions are built on a set of definitive customer, supplier and industry data, powered by our Technology Intelligence Platform, that enables organizations to visualize their Enterprise Technology Blueprint™ in hybrid environments—from on-premises to SaaS to containers to cloud.
We’re transforming the software industry. We’re Flexera. With more than 50,000 customers across the world, we’re achieving that goal. But we know we can’t do any of that without our team. Ready to help us re-imagine the industry during a time of substantial growth and ambitious plans? Come and see why we’re consistently recognized by Gartner, Forrester and IDC as a category leader in the marketplace. Learn more at flexera.com
We are currently searching for a Senior Accountant on the Revenue Accounting Team located in Itasca, IL. The primary goal of the Senior Accountant will be timely review of sales contracts to ensure proper revenue recognition & contributing to routine monthly close processes. In addition, the Senior Accountant will need to learn and understand Flexera’s products and pricing strategies and how they impact revenue recognition under ASC 606.
Key Responsibilities
Assist in accurate revenue reporting, including ARR (Annual Recurring Revenue) and GAAP revenue under ASC 606
Works closely with Sales and Legal teams to negotiate and structure sales contracts to maximize revenue and minimize deferrals
Provide general assistance in the preparation and posting of various journal entries
Preparation of account reconciliations and account analyses
Perform daily analysis, review exception reports and reconcile accounting systems to ensure accurate reporting
Creating and performing ad hoc queries and analyses
Provide support for external audits
Special projects as required by management
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
CPA or CPA in progress preferred
1 – 3 years of Accounting experience
Advanced proficiency in Excel required
Strong knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP)
Technical or practical knowledge of revenue recognition standard ASC 606 a plus
Exceptional written/oral communication and interpersonal skills
Experience working with NetSuite and Salesforce.com a plus
Public Accounting experience a plus
Ability to break down complex issues and tailor communication style to a range of audiences, including non-accountants, and to clearly articulate ideas, solutions and conclusions to stakeholders
Self-starter with the ability to prioritize effectively and work well colleagues across businesses and geographies in a fast-paced environment
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Flexera is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered for open roles regardless of age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by local/national laws, policies and/or regulations.
Flexera understands the value that results from employing a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workforce. We recognize that equity necessitates acknowledging past exclusion and that inclusion requires intentional effort. Our DEI (Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion) council is the driving force behind our commitment to championing policies and practices that foster a welcoming environment for all.
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