Senior Accountant

Senior AccountantCyber Advisors (CA) is a rapidly growing Cybersecurity Consulting firm and MSP. We are seeking a Senior Accountant for our Finance team to support our accelerating company growth and the equally important growth of one's own career. CA believes in inclusion and is dedicated to continued employee development. We offer a competitive salary and benefits, and want candidates who focus on innovation and results. Successful CA employees are detail-oriented and have excellent communication skills. The successful candidate will be a creative problem-solver with the ability to structure and order assignments efficiently. Candidates should apply to become part of a forward-thinking team that values their contributions and well-being. This is a full-time, in-office position located in Maple Grove, MN, with the possibility of working from home 12 days per week after the training period. Key ResponsibilitiesPerform normal month-end closing procedures, including journal entry preparation, reconciliations, vendor and employee expense management, and monthly variance analysis. Assist with the preparation and review of financial reports, including balance sheets and income statements. Recommend and implement process and system improvements to drive consistency, scalability, and control, ensuring the appropriate accounting treatment. Analyze financial data and resolve accounting discrepancies and irregularities. Assist in the preparation and presentation of financial reports to senior management, bankers and the Board. Develop clear documentation for new or updated accounting processes, policies, and procedures. Provide supporting schedules and analysis during the annual external audits. Other accounting duties as requested and/or assigned. Lead the financial integration workstream for acquired entities, coordinating cross-functional activities and timelines. Drive integration milestones and help resolve issues that arise during the integration process. Bridge legacy and acquired company accounting processes to align with Cyber Advisors' standard processes. Identify gaps, inefficiencies, or risks within existing processes. Create and deliver training materials to ensure smooth adoption by acquired teams. Identify overlapping or redundant vendors resulting from acquisitions. Collaborate with internal stakeholders to shut down products, services, or systems that are no longer required post-integration. Ensure proper financial, contractual, and operational closure. Serve as the first point of contact for finance-related questions during and after integration. Oversee sales and use tax filings in existing states. Monitor activities in additional states to identify nexus exposure and ensure timely registration and compliance. Maintain responsibility for all corporate registrations and related state and local filings for the parent company and acquired entities. Ensure ongoing compliance with business licensing and regulatory requirements. Partner with an external CPA firm on corporate tax filings and estimated tax payments. Prepare, review, and provide all necessary information and support required by external CPA firm to complete corporate tax obligations Key CriteriaAttention to detail and accuracy. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Proactively identify and help implement process efficiencies. Excellent communication and presentation skills. Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment. Strong foundation in accounting principles and reporting standards. Prior project management experience is preferred. Technical SkillsProficiency in GAAP accounting principles Excellent understanding of end-to-end accounting processes Advanced knowledge of financial systems, including QuickBooks and NetSuite Experience working with CRM (Customer Relationship Management) systems. Experience in finding and analyzing the root cause of variances at a detailed level in order to identify impacts to future periods. QualificationsBachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred. Professional certifications such as CPA or CMA are a plus. Minimum of 5 - 7 years of progressive experience in accounting and month-end close. Demonstrated ability to drive accounting processes, working with cross-functional leaders. Strong communication skills with the ability to influence at all levels High attention to detail Experience in the technology and/or technology services industries is preferred What We OfferCompetitive salary depending on skills and experience. PTO and 8 Paid Holidays Employer-paid Health and Dental Insurance for CA employees. Great opportunities for career advancement 401k with employer matching Disability and Life Insurance