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This role involves managing the month-end close process, ensuring compliance with accounting standards, and leading a team of professionals to maintain accurate and timely financial reporting. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of accounting principles, excellent leadership skills, and a proactive approach to process improvement.
WHAT YOU'LL DO
General Ledger Management
- Oversee all aspects of the General Ledger (GL), ensuring accurate and timely recording of financial transactions.
- Manage the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes, including preparation and review of journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial statements.
- Ensure compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and other regulatory requirements.
Financial Reporting
- Prepare and review financial reports to ensure accuracy and completeness.
- Collaborate with FP&A and other departments to provide insights into financial performance and variances.
- Support external audits by providing requested documentation and resolving any issues promptly.
Team Leadership
- Lead, mentor, and develop a team of accountants, fostering a culture of collaboration and continuous learning.
- Assign responsibilities and set performance goals for team members, conducting regular evaluations and providing constructive feedback.
- Identify training needs and opportunities for professional growth within the team.
Process Improvement
- Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy in GL accounting operations.
- Evaluate and recommend accounting systems or tools to streamline workflows and reporting capabilities.
- Develop and document standard operating procedures (SOPs) for GL-related activities.
Compliance & Controls
- Ensure strong internal controls are in place to safeguard company assets and maintain data integrity.
- Monitor compliance with accounting policies and procedures, recommending updates as necessary.
- Stay informed of changes in accounting regulations and standards, ensuring the company remains compliant.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; CPA or equivalent certification strongly preferred.
- Minimum of 7 years of experience in accounting, including 3+ years in a leadership role.
- Strong experience with GL accounting, financial reporting, and internal controls.
- Knowledge of ERP systems, with proficiency in tools such as NetSuite, Great Plains, Workday and Concur.
- Deep understanding of GAAP and other relevant accounting standards.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate across departments.
- Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
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At Fortra, our compensation philosophy prioritizes fair market value and internal equity, aligning with your experience and specialized skill set.
As a full-time, exempt employee at Fortra, you’ll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that includes:
- Health, dental, and vision coverage as of hire
- Immediate enrollment in 401(k), HSA, and FSA plans
- Flexible PTO policy
- Participation in our equity program
- Tuition and personal enrichment reimbursement
- Option to enroll in ID Theft Protection Program
Check out some of the of the other benefits we offer that are focused on your holistic well-being and our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion program.
Compensation
$100,000—$130,000 USD
About Us
This is Fortra, where we're making a difference by offering a best-in-class solutions portfolio, proactively adapting to the ever-evolving cybersecurity threat landscape, and putting people first. Fortra is a cybersecurity company like no other. We're known for our innovative software and services, world-class support, and the commitment and satisfaction of employees across the globe. Our approach is different, and we’re proud of that. For more information about what it's like to work for us, and learn about our culture, benefits, or perks, connect with us on LinkedIn.
We Are Fortra
Our people make us great. Our employees are a resilient and diverse group of global problem solvers, proactive protectors, and relentless allies, empowered to show up every day authentically, ready to fight the good fight with Fortra. Here at Fortra, we believe we're stronger when we're all stronger. That's why we're committed to supporting and empowering our employees through a host of offerings, including competitive benefits and salaries, personal and professional development opportunities, flexibility, and much more!
Visit our website to learn more about why employees choose to work for Fortra. Remember to check out our Glassdoor to learn what our employees are saying and connect with us on LinkedIn.
As an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran or disability status.
Top Skills
What We Do
HelpSystems has long been known for helping organizations become more secure and autonomous. However, over the years, our customers have shared with us that it has gotten harder and harder to protect their data. As technology plays an increasingly important role in the way organizations operate, cyberthreats are evolving to become more powerful than ever before. If there's one thing we've learned from being in an industry where the only constant is change, it's that being adaptable is the best way to grow in the right direction. So we've listened to our customers' concerns, problem-solved, and delivered with impressive results. Consequently, we're a different company today — one that is tackling cybersecurity head-on.
That's why HelpSystems is now Fortra, your cybersecurity ally. We're bringing the same people-first support and best-in-class portfolio that you've come to expect from HelpSystems, only now we're unified through the mission of providing solutions to organizations' seemingly unsolvable cybersecurity problems. We offer leading solutions like data security, infrastructure protection, managed services, and threat research and intelligence. Throughout every step of our customers' journeys, our experts are determined to help increase security maturity while decreasing the operational burden that comes with it. Because our team puts the same level of care into protecting our customers' peace of mind as their precious data.
We're driven by the belief that nothing is unsolvable.
We're tenacious in our pursuit of a better future for cybersecurity.
We are Fortra.
Why Work With Us
At Fortra, we’re all about people. Employees choose to work for Fortra and experience years of career enjoyment for a number of reasons, including their respect for one another and their ability to positively impact the business trajectory and its future.
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