Jobs for People with MS: National MS Society

This is a job for a Remote Senior Technical Accountant position with the company located in Jackson, MS area.

Job Summary: We are seeking a Sr. Technical Accountant to join our finance team. The ideal candidate is a detail-oriented, self-motivated team player with a strong working knowledge of US GAAP and internal controls. This role will report to the Senior Manager of Accounting and partner closely with finance leadership, cross-functional teams, and key external partners.

Responsibilities: Diagnose and resolve complex technical accounting issues quickly & accurately, and document accounting positions in memorandums. Communicate technical findings/ solutions to management and participate in discussions with external auditors. Assist in the development and documentation of effective internal controls. Collaborate cross-functionally with teams such as FP&A, tax, legal, engineering, and technical program management to provide accounting guidance and communicate complex accounting requests to non-accounting stakeholders. Proactively analyze new and proposed accounting standards, determine the impact on the Company, and assist in the implementation of new accounting standards as required. Maintain, update, and evaluate accounting policies & procedures to ensure compliance with applicable GAAP and disclosure requirements. Review significant vendor agreements. Prepare financial statements and disclosures. Prepare monthly journal entries and account reconciliation for technical accounting sections. Assist in the operationalizing any changes associated with new transactions/new and proposed accounting standards.

Qualifications: A Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance with 4+ years of progressive experience in technical accounting roles. Proven experience in an accounting advisory consulting practice, or industry experience in a technical accounting role. Proven ability to diagnose and resolve complete accounting issues effectively and efficiently. Effective communication skills, with the ability to collaborate cross-functionally and explain complex accounting topics to non-accounting stakeholders. Strong analytical skills and experience in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. SaaS industry experience is preferred. Experience with NetSuite is a plus.

Equal Opportunity Employer -- minorities/females/veterans/individuals with disabilities/sexual orientation/gender identity.