Sr. Accountant

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What's Cool About This Job

The Senior Accountant will act as a key member of the Finance and Accounting Team, responsible for ensuring the integrity of accounting information by verifying, reviewing, and recording transactions, working to ensure compliance with the Company's policies, performing analyses, and recording required adjustments.

You will have a strong foundation in general accounting and be passionate about pursuing more complex areas involving revenue recognition and stock-based compensation. He or she feels confident working deep in the details but can also see “the big picture.” This role will have frequent interaction with the Order-To-Cash Team, Procure-To-Pay Team, Finance, and the Corporate Controller.

The Day to Day

• Actively participate in month-end 5-day close cycle to ensure timely and accurate reporting of financial results.
• Responsible for monthly account reconciliations, including deferred revenue, equity, accounts receivable, and accruals.
• Leads and ensures revenue accounting cycle (from invoicing to cash application) is within the revenue recognition guidelines of GAAP including the management of deferred revenue.
• Ensure stock-based compensation accounting is accurately stated and assist with the management of employee stock option plan.
• Ensure month-end accruals are properly recorded and collaborate with the Procure-To-Pay team as accrual process evolves resulting from new system implementations (i.e. Coupa).
• Perform analyses of key accounts to ensure that proper accounting has been applied.
• Analyze monthly account fluctuations and investigate significant variances.
• Run and report on significant balance sheet activity and balances.
• Assist with audit preparation.
• Assist the team on various analysis, initiatives and ad hoc projects in support of financial reporting requirements.
• Participate in the development, implementation, and management of financial controls and processes.
• Responsible for the oversight of key controls within various key accounting processes and integrity of data.
  
  

Your Expertise and Passion

• BA/BS in Accounting or related field.
• 4 years of overall general accounting experience, including a minimum of 2 years Big 4 experience and revenue accounting experience. Ability to analyze and resolve complex accounting issues.
• CPA preferred
• Strong Excel skills: able to handle very large “raw” data sets using pivots and advanced functions such as VLOOKUP.
• Possess a deep understanding of ASC 606 – Revenue from Contracts with Customers
• Strong technical accounting skills that can be applied to the Company’s fast-paced environment.
• Interest and aptitude to improve accounting systems and business processes.
• Phenomenal interpersonal skills, both written and verbal. Works well in a collaborative environment.
• Ability to remain flexible in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work independently and take ownership of multiple concurrent and diversified tasks, while working within deadlines.
• Sense of urgency and strong attention to details.
• Working knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP).
• Experience working with NetSuite a plus.
• Preferred work experience in the software or services industry
  
  

Perks and Benefits

• Company Stock Options (Every employee is an owner in the company)
• Great Health Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Accident & Critical Illness)
• Fertility Benefits (IVF/Fertility drug coverage)
• HSA Company contribution $750 for employee / $1500 for family
• 401(k) with a 4% match
• Disability Insurance
• Paid Family and Caregiver’s Leave
• Employee Assistance Program
• Generous Vacation Time (Who doesn’t like time off)
• One-time $500 payment to set up your home office
• 4 Company Wellness Days a year
• 1 floating holiday
• $100 monthly wellness allowance to spend on what you want
• Free subscription to Calm
• Pet Insurance
• On-going education through LinkedIn Learning, Workday Learning and our Career Growth Portal
  
  

At WP Engine, we strive to have the broadest possible view of diversity, going beyond visible differences to include the background, experiences, skills, and perspectives that make each person unique. WP Engine is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, Veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.

Base Salary Range

$72,000.00 - $108,000.00

We believe that compensation should be reflective of the impact you have within the organization relative to the market value of your role. The estimated base salary range for this position is as listed above. Some roles may also be eligible for overtime pay. Our salary ranges are determined by job role and responsibilities and level. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for salaries for the position nationwide. The actual base pay will vary based on various factors including job-related skills and individual qualifications objectively assessed during the interview process. Your talent acquisition partner can share more about the total rewards package at WP Engine including any additional total rewards components such as equity, variable pay plans (if applicable), and benefits during the hiring process.