Senior Accountant

Informa Group Plc.•Newton, MA

3h•$90,000 - $115,000•Onsite

About The Position

This role is based in our Newton, MA office. We are seeking an experience Senior Accountant to overseeing intricate accounting activities, maintaining precise financial records, and contributing to Informa Tech Target's financial reporting and compliance initiatives. This role includes managing month-end and year-end close processes, delivering comprehensive financial analyses, and providing guidance to junior accounting staff. The ideal candidate will possess advanced accounting knowledge, exceptional analytical abilities, and thrive in a dynamic corporate setting.

Requirements

CPA required
4–5 years of accounting experience in an industry setting within a publicly traded, SOX-compliant company OR audit experience with a public accounting role
Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field
Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel required
Strong understanding of GAAP and financial reporting standards
Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities with attention to detail
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present financial information to non-financial stakeholders
Ability to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and manage multiple projects simultaneously
Demonstrated ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team

Nice To Haves

Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., Netsuite) preferred

Responsibilities

Prepare and review journal entries, account reconciliations, and other related analyses associated with monthly financial reporting requirements, including retention of proper documentation for journal entries and account reconciliations
Support the timely completion of month-end, quarter-end and year-end closing procedures including financial statement support preparation
Identify opportunities to streamline accounting processes and implement automation tools to enhance efficiency
Provide guidance and mentorship to junior accounting staff, fostering a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement
Monitor and analyze accounting data; review monthly and quarterly GL account variance analyses to support management with data-driven insights
Ensure adherence to all relevant accounting standards, regulatory requirements, and internal company policies, implementing checks and balances to safeguard financial accuracy
Support the SOX program by ensuring internal controls are in place and operating effectively within area of responsibility; ensure risks are properly mitigated and issues are appropriately resolved in a timely manner
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve accounting issues and support business needs
Support other special projects as assigned

Benefits

Great community: a welcoming culture with in-person and online social events, our fantastic Walk the World charity day and active colleague groups and networks promoting a positive, supportive, and collaborative work environment
Broader impact: take up to four days per year to volunteer with a philanthropic organization
Career opportunity: the opportunity to develop your career with bespoke training and learning, mentoring platforms and on-demand access to thousands of courses on LinkedIn Learning. When it’s time for the next step, we encourage and support internal job moves
Time out: Open Vacation, plus 10 national holidays, and the chance to work from (almost!) anywhere for up to four weeks a year
Competitive benefits, including a 401k match, health, vision and dental insurance, parental leave and an ESPP offering company shares at a minimum 15% discount
Strong wellbeing support through EAP assistance, mental health first aiders, free access to a wellness app and more
Recognition for great work, with global awards and kudos programs
As an international company, the chance to collaborate with teams around the world

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