Lead Staff Accountant
arrivia · Scottsdale, AZ · 5 days ago
AccountingFull-time
What You Will Do
- Master the Reconciliations: Take full ownership of complex monthly balance sheet reconciliations, driving total accuracy and structural integrity across our accounts.
- Navigate Complex Data: Use your strong investigative skills to dive deep into high-volume general ledger data, quickly identifying, unpacking, and resolving discrepancies.
- Drive the Close: Partner closely with the corporate accounting manager, senior analysts, and staff accountants to execute an efficient, accurate monthly close process.
- Streamline and Optimize: Stay curious. Look for ways to improve internal controls, standardize procedures, and eliminate inefficiencies in our current workflows.
- Serve as a Subject Matter Expert: Assist with annual corporate audit engagements, coordinate field testing, and pull key schedules for quarterly and annual tax requests.
- Mentor and Lead: Serve as a supportive guide to help grow and develop junior staff accountants on the team.
The Right Education
- A Bachelor's or Master's degree in Accounting or related field
The Sweet Spot of Experience
- 5 to 8 years of progressive, hands-on accounting experience, ideally inside a high-volume corporate or enterprise environment
Data & System Savvy
- Advanced technical capability with Excel
- Direct experience navigating major enterprise resource planning systems (experience with Acumatica is a major plus)
A Fast Learning Curve
- The ability to jump into unique, industry-specific business models, grasp complex data streams quickly, and solve problems independently
Thought Leadership
- A professional who doesn't just pass journal entries, but understands the GAAP guidance behind them and can communicate effectively across multiple departments
The Perks & Benefits
- Incredible Travel Perks: Explore the world for less! Take advantage of exclusive, deeply discounted rates on cruises, resorts, hotels, and vacation packages available only to our team members.
- Comprehensive Health Coverage: Stay covered with robust medical, dental, and vision insurance options tailored to protect you and your family.
- Invest in Your Future: Secure your retirement goals with our competitive 401k plan featuring a company matching contribution.
- Time to Unwind: Recharge and stay fresh with unlimited PTO and paid company holidays.
- Stay Curious & Grow: Expand your professional horizon with continuous learning opportunities, structured development, and internal career pathing.