Staff Accountant-US

Who We Are Certinia delivers a Services-as-a-Business platform that powers and connects all aspects of services operations, from services estimation and delivery to customer success management and financial planning and accounting. The company’s Professional Services Automation (PSA), Customer Success (CS), and Financial Management (FM) solutions, delivered on Salesforce’s leading cloud platform, provide the ability to run a connected services business, deliver with intelligence, and achieve business agility. Headquartered in Austin, Texas with presence around the world, Certinia is backed by Haveli Investments, TA Associates, General Atlantic and Salesforce Ventures. For more information, visit. THE ROLE We are seeking a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join our Finance team. This position will be responsible for maintaining all non-revenue specific items related to the general ledger, including prepaid expenses, leases, fixed assets, goodwill, intangibles, accruals, and intercompany & consolidation. In addition, this individual will work directly with the GL Manager to prepare monthly journal entries and monthly account reconciliations as part of the month-end close process.

What You Will Do

In This Role

• Financial Close & Reporting:
• Work directly with the GL manager on the financial close process, contributing to monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes to drive continuous improvement and efficiency
• Prepare and post journal entries, including cash, fixed assets, capitalized software, leases and ARO, debt, accruals, prepaid expenses, intercompany, goodwill, intangibles and other month-end adjustments to ensure accurate financial reporting
• Support consolidation and foreign exchange (FX) processes, including running system templates, preparing data inputs, and performing initial checks on results
• Perform month-end balance sheet accounts reconciliations and proactively investigate and resolve variances
• Update and maintain recurring close files (e.g., rollforwards, trackers, and schedules) to ensure completeness and consistency
• Support preparation of close deliverables, including schedules and flux analysis, to assist in management reporting
• Ensure supporting documentation is complete, organized, and audit-ready
• Compliance & Audit:
• Maintain and document internal control processes and significant accounting policies to ensure compliance.
• Support external audit preparation, including documentation and support schedules
• Assist with implementation and improvement of internal controls and close processes
• Collaboration & Projects:
• Collaborate with FP&A and other departments to enhance data integrity and optimize business processes.
• Assist the broader finance team with special projects and assist in identifying and implementing process improvements to increase efficiency and scalability
• Support system enhancements, testing and automation initiatives

What You Need To Be Successful In This Role

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (or equivalent combination of education and experience)
• 3-5 years of accounting experience, preferably in a fast-paced or growth-oriented environment
• Experience with general ledger accounting and reconciliations
• Knowledge of GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including pivot tables, XLOOKUP/VLOOKUP, and complex formulas
• Strong analytical skills with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines with consistency
• Clear and respectful communication skills, with the ability to collaborate across teams
• A proactive mindset with a desire to learn, improve processes, and take ownership of your work

What Else Would Be Great

• Familiarity with multi-entity or multi-currency environments
• Exposure to process improvement or automation initiatives
• A collaborative mindset with a willingness to learn and grow within a dynamic team
• Experience in a structured close environment with tight deadlines

The reasonably expected base salary range for this full-time position is $74,400 – $81,800 annually. Please note that the final offer will be determined by a variety of factors, including the candidate’s relevant experience, skills, and qualifications, as well as internal equity and market data. In Addition To a Competitive Base Salary, Certinia Offers

• Holistic Wellness Program: Monthly wellness stipends to use toward gym memberships, mental health resources, or fitness equipment, alongside access to premium wellness apps.
• Flexible Work Environment: We support work-life balance through a variety of remote, hybrid and flexible scheduling options for many roles.
• Industry-Leading Parental Leave: Generous fully-paid parental leave for birthing and non-birthing parents to support your family’s newest additions.
• Comprehensive Coverage: Premium medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) with a competitive company match, and generous paid time off (PTO) plus observed company holidays.

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