Accountant II

Job Summary/Objective

The Accountant II is an experienced accounting professional who independently supports core accounting activities, including journal entries, general ledger and bank reconciliations, subledger activity, assigned balance-sheet accounts, and designated portions of the month-end and year-end close processes.

This role supports internal controls, financial reporting, audits, tax activities, and process improvements while partnering with accounting leadership on review, policy, and approval activities.

Primary Responsibilities

• Prepare and post journal entries and maintain assigned areas of the general ledger in accordance with GAAP.
• Perform bank reconciliations, general ledger reconciliations, subledger reconciliations, and assigned balance-sheet account reconciliations.
• Support assigned portions of the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes, including close activities, analyses, and supporting schedules.
• Maintain and update accounting records, account files, and documentation for assigned areas.
• Prepare assigned financial reporting support and provide monthly, quarterly, and year-end analyses as requested.
• Support internal controls by following established processes, maintaining appropriate documentation, and helping identify opportunities to strengthen controls.
• Assist with audit preparation, audit support, and fieldwork requests by preparing schedules, gathering documentation, and responding to assigned requests.
• Support tax-related activities, including gathering documentation, preparing assigned schedules, and assisting with tax payments or returns as directed.
• Research accounting questions and assist with compliance with generally accepted accounting principles and applicable rules and regulations.
• Analyze budgets, expense activity, and cost variances as assigned.
• Assist with process improvements, system enhancements, and ad hoc projects as needed.
• Exercise ownership and sound judgment in assigned areas and assist less experienced team members when/as appropriate.
• Contribute to departmental priorities by performing additional duties and special assignments as needed.

Minimum Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting from an accredited university.
• 4 or more years of experience in audit and/or corporate accounting.

Preferred and Additional Eligibility Qualifications

• CPA or CPA track preferred
• Project accounting or job-costing experience preferred.

Skills Required

• NetSuite and QuickBase experience a plus.
• In depth knowledge of U.S. GAAP.
• Advanced knowledge of Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Innovative problem-solver with proven results.
• Demonstrates ownership, sound judgment, and the ability to assist less experienced team members.
• Strong leadership and mentoring skills.
• Ability to work cooperatively and collaboratively with all levels of employees, management, and external constituents.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and perform related duties as assigned to support the accounting function.
• Strong mathematical and analytical skills.
• Ability to produce accurate, complete, and well-documented work product.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Demonstrate integrity and the ability to exercise appropriate discretion when handling confidential financial and business information.

Direct/Indirect Supervisory Responsibility

None

Work Environment/Physical Demands/Travel Required

Work is conducted in a general office environment with long periods of sitting and computer work. Possible hybrid Role.

AAP/EEO Statement

NextEdge provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, NextEdge complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

NextEdge expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of NextEdge employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.