What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Accountant position at Porter?
Porter is hiring a Senior Accountant for a remote position!
Who You Are
The Senior Accountant will be responsible for managing and overseeing the company's accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll processing, month-end closing procedures, and additional accounting-related tasks. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and the ability to effectively communicate with internal and external stakeholders. Reporting directly to the Chief Financial Officer. Start-Up mentality required.
What You'll Do
Annual Salary
Medical, dental, and vision benefits within 30 days of hire
Work from Home Environment: Laptop Monitor
Professional Growth Opportunity
Paid vacation and holidays
A fun team and special culture
Who You Are
The Senior Accountant will be responsible for managing and overseeing the company's accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll processing, month-end closing procedures, and additional accounting-related tasks. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and the ability to effectively communicate with internal and external stakeholders. Reporting directly to the Chief Financial Officer. Start-Up mentality required.
What You'll Do
- Perform mid-level general ledger account reconciliations, ensuring accuracy and completeness of financial records.
- Generate detailed financial reports and verify data to assist senior management in evaluating financial options and aligning decisions with company goals.
- Monitor and assess accounting policies and procedures across assigned departments, recommending improvements to enhance reporting processes and efficiency.
- Stay informed on current and evolving legislation to ensure compliance with national and local financial regulations.
- Engage in continuous professional development through webinars, workshops, and industry events to stay updated on best practices and regulatory changes.
- Accounts Payable: Submit payments, update vendor data, clear payments, monitor cash flow, and reconcile invoices.
- Accounts Receivable: Create invoices, reconcile with books, issue credit notes, follow up on overdue items, and ensure billing accuracy.
- Payroll: Process semi-monthly payrolls, manage deductions, administer time-keeping, and handle state registrations.
- Month-End: Perform bank reconciliations, P&L checks, and manage deferred revenue and accruals, and preparation of Month End financial statements.
- Additional Tasks: Assist with legal requests, maintain capacity planning files, FP&A, monitor inventory, and handle ad-hoc requests.
- Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in accounting, business accounting, or finance
- Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license
- Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP)
- Experience in audit accounting
- Ability to keep all company-sensitive documents and systems secure
- Reside in or near the Maryland border - Maryland, Virginia, Washington DC, Pennsylvania
- Be willing to travel to the CFO's home in Maryland on occasion to work together
Annual Salary
Medical, dental, and vision benefits within 30 days of hire
Work from Home Environment: Laptop Monitor
Professional Growth Opportunity
Paid vacation and holidays
A fun team and special culture
