Senior Accountant (East Coast)

Location: New York, Connecticut, USPosition Type: Full-time, PermanentWork model: Remote (may occasionally require working from the office based on business requirements)Industry: Energy Data & Analytics / Financial TechnologyReport To: Corporate ControllerAbout Us: Founded in 1995, Zema Global Data Corporation empowers organizations to simplify complexity, reduce risk, and make faster, more confident decisions that drive measurable results. Over the past two years, Zema Global has accelerated its growth through strategic investment and acquisition to strengthen our global leadership. Together we’re helping our customers gain a Decisioning Advantage – one bold idea at a time. With a presence across global energy, commodity, and financial markets, Zema Global empowers customers to simplify complexity, reduce risk, and make faster, more confident decisions that drive measurable results.At Zema Global, we Think Big, Make It Happen, and Win as One. We thrive on collaboration, creativity, and respect, united by a shared drive to innovate and deliver meaningful impact for our customers and communities. If you’re inspired by solving complex challenges and contributing to a culture that values purpose and performance, we invite you to join us.POSITION OVERVIEW:As part of a growing Accounting and Finance team, the Senior Accountant will support the Corporate Controller with daily accounting operations, monthly close activities, and financial reporting for entities within the Zema Global group.The Senior Accountant will play a key role in the full-cycle accounting process, ensuring the accuracy and completeness of financial records. This role will take ownership of the monthly financials and will be responsible for activities including journal entries, revenue recognition, bank reconciliations, and sales tax compliance. This position offers an excellent opportunity for an accounting professional to gain hands-on experience across a wide range of accounting responsibilities in a dynamic global organization.KEY RESPONSIBILITIESPerform full-cycle accounting duties including general ledger journal entries and reconciliationsReconcile bank accounts daily and report cash balancesSupport the monthly close process across group entitiesOwn the monthly management accounts, including variance analysis and commentaryIssue customer invoices, resolve billing questions, and assist with collectionsRecord monthly revenue recognition entries and reconcile deferred revenue accountsSupport the Accounts Payable process, including booking vendor bills and processing paymentsReview and approve sales tax returns and manage sales tax registrationsMaintain strong financial controls and ensure compliance with U.S. GAAPAssist with implementation and improvement of accounting policies, procedures, and processesCollaborate with other departments to ensure complete and accurate financial reportingSupport ongoing projects across the Finance department, including audits, system improvements, and process automationREQUIRED QUALIFICATIONSBachelor’s degree in accounting or Finance, or CPA/ACCA/MBA3+ years of general ledger accounting experience, preferably in a software or technology companyStrong knowledge of U.S. GAAPStrong hands-on experience with NetSuite ERPExperience preparing and filing sales tax returnsMulti-currency Accounting: Experience working with multiple currenciesGlobal Exposure: Comfortable with complex, multinational operationsFamiliarity with Avalara or similar tax automation softwareAdvanced Microsoft Excel skillsStrong attention to detail and analytical skillsAbility to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlinesStrong interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate across departmentsWhy Zema Global?Be part of a rapidly growing company shaping how data drives decisions in energy and commodities.Work with cutting-edge technology alongside industry experts.Significant opportunity to impact strategy, revenue growth, and decision-making.Join a culture that values innovation, collaboration, and autonomy to drive meaningful change. How to ApplyPlease submit your PDF CV highlighting your relevant experience (English CVs only). Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. No agency submissions, please. *** No visa sponsorship is available for this position ***Equality and Diversity: Zema Global is committed to diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals and do not discriminate based on race, gender, sexual orientation, disability, or any other protected status.