Resident is an industry-leader in the Direct-to-Consumer mattress and home furnishings category. Since our founding of the award-winning Nectar Sleep in 2016 (with over 1 million happy sleepers and counting), we have also launched the Dreamcloud, Awara and Siena brands to cater to a variety of sleep preferences. Our mission is simple, we strive to make inspiring products people love coming home to (and to help everyone afford a great night’s sleep)!
Our company is built around continuously improving our ability to introduce new customers to our products and wow them with exceptional experiences through the shopping and post purchase journey. We love to use data and metrics to drive our decisions, while keeping in mind that customers don’t speak in numbers and that each one should be treated as a member of our family.
Oh, and by the way – we’ve been doing the “remote work thing” since the day we started. Here at Resident, you can expect to work alongside a hard working team who understand how to create meaningful connections and get great work done, virtually – it’s in our nature!
To be considered for this remote opportunity, you must reside and be authorized to work within the United States.
About the Role
We are looking for a Sr. Accountant, General Ledger to join our growing Finance and Accounting Team. The Sr. Accountant, General Ledger will oversee general accounting operations by controlling and verifying our financial transactions. Responsibilities include reconciling account balances and bank statements, maintaining general ledger and preparing month-end closing procedures. A successful Sr. Accountant, General Ledger combines excellent analytical skills with a thorough knowledge of accounting principles to analyze financial reports and forecasts. The ideal candidate will have a successful track record of managing cross-functional tasks and projects in a fast-paced environment.
What You’ll Be Doing
Account for transactions under US GAAP and in accordance with company accounting policies
Prepare monthly journal entries
Perform monthly balance sheet account reconciliations
Perform flux analysis on respective balance sheet and P&L accounts
Achieve completion of all month/quarter/annual close processes timely and in adherence to close calendar
Collaborate with Technical Accounting on appropriate accounting for non-standard accounting transactions
Partner with FP&A on budget/forecast and close results
Design, document, implement, and execute internal controls to ensure transactions and balances are accurately reported
Perform analysis and provide insight into account balance details and drivers of change
Support external audit by providing timely and accurate support schedules as requested
Continuous evaluation and identification of process improvements
Cultivate strong partnerships with Accounting, Finance, Technology, and other functions
Mentor and develop junior staff members
Conduct ad-hoc analysis and tasks as requested
Handle special projects related to technology, systems, automation, new initiatives, or other requests
Skills/Competencies:
Ability to work in ambiguous, unstructured, fast-paced and dynamic environment
Comprehensive understanding and knowledge of month-end close procedures
Accountable to content of work product and meeting deadlines
Ability to multi-task with strong sense of urgency
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Collaborative with others at all levels within and outside Finance
Self-motivated, proactive, and inquisitive
Ability to work independently without a lot of guidance
Strong organization skills and attention to detail
Excellent work ethic
Process mindset with continuous improvement mentality
Analytical and problem-solving skills
Experience with developing, implementing, and executing effective internal controls
Comfortable with change and quick learner of new skills, processes, tools, and accounting concepts
Strong computer skills, including proficiency in Excel (pivot tables, lookups, etc.)
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting from an accredited university
CPA (or path to it) required; MBA a plus
5+ years of work experience in an Accounting role
Big 4 and or public company experience preferred
Knowledge of US GAAP and internal controls
NetSuite experience a plus
What Resident has to offer
Competitive salary
Medical / Dental / Vision insurance
HSA company contributions
401k matching benefits
Generous paid time off & holiday schedule
Wellness benefits
Free mattress!