Job Description
WHAT WE DO MATTERS:
Here at The Knot Worldwide, we believe in doing work that matters. In more than 16 countries around the world, The Knot Worldwide’s leading family of brands—including The Knot, WeddingWire, Bodas, The Bash, The Bump, and more—help people take celebration planning from inspiration to action. When you join our global team, you’ll be a part of a diverse group of individuals passionate about serving and enabling our communities to celebrate the moments that make us.
ABOUT THE ROLE AND OUR TEAM:
The Senior Accountant will support and participate in the monthly close process, prepare management reporting, explain account fluctuations, compile key performance indicators, drive system/process improvements, set up new controls and contribute to ad hoc projects as required. This role will work closely alongside Accounting Operations, Tax, and other key business partners and will report directly to the Accounting Manager.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Assist with month-end closing, including preparing, reconciling and entering journal entries for complex accounting areas as well as reviewing staff workpapers for accuracy
Enhancing workpapers to ensure efficiencies and accuracy
Performance of analytic procedures to explain account fluctuations, as well as, assist in continuous evaluation of the Company’s operations
Developing the team’s overall understanding of GAAP accounting through teaching and learning initiatives
Assist in managing the team to ensure adherence to deadlines for close and other related project
Assist the Accounting Manager in creating validation procedures to support internal and external monthly, quarterly and yearly financial statements.
Assist with financial audit preparation and responses for external auditors
Assist with the development, implementation, and monitoring adherence to company accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls.
Document technical accounting analyses as required
Assist the Accounting Manager with special ad hoc projects
SUCCESSFUL SENIOR ACCOUNTANT CANDIDATES HAVE:
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
Must have 2-5 years of experience, including 2+ years of public accounting experience preferred
Ability to effectively extend knowledge and skills in a financial discipline
Ability to review, interpret, and explain financial data
Strong general accounting skills and thorough knowledge of US GAAP and proposed new accounting standards
Advanced skills with the MS Office Suite, specifically Excel
Exceptional attention to detail and time management skills
The ability to work well in a high-growth work environment, where flexibility is key
Strong written and verbal communication skills to clearly articulate while being concise
CPA certification preferred
Experience working with NetSuite ERP system
Experience with Coupa Procure to Pay system
Experience working with Google Suite\
Experience working in global environment, collaborating with international team members
Here at The Knot Worldwide, we believe in doing work that matters. In more than 16 countries around the world, The Knot Worldwide’s leading family of brands—including The Knot, WeddingWire, Bodas, The Bash, The Bump, and more—help people take celebration planning from inspiration to action. When you join our global team, you’ll be a part of a diverse group of individuals passionate about serving and enabling our communities to celebrate the moments that make us.
ABOUT THE ROLE AND OUR TEAM:
The Senior Accountant will support and participate in the monthly close process, prepare management reporting, explain account fluctuations, compile key performance indicators, drive system/process improvements, set up new controls and contribute to ad hoc projects as required. This role will work closely alongside Accounting Operations, Tax, and other key business partners and will report directly to the Accounting Manager.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Assist with month-end closing, including preparing, reconciling and entering journal entries for complex accounting areas as well as reviewing staff workpapers for accuracy
Enhancing workpapers to ensure efficiencies and accuracy
Performance of analytic procedures to explain account fluctuations, as well as, assist in continuous evaluation of the Company’s operations
Developing the team’s overall understanding of GAAP accounting through teaching and learning initiatives
Assist in managing the team to ensure adherence to deadlines for close and other related project
Assist the Accounting Manager in creating validation procedures to support internal and external monthly, quarterly and yearly financial statements.
Assist with financial audit preparation and responses for external auditors
Assist with the development, implementation, and monitoring adherence to company accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls.
Document technical accounting analyses as required
Assist the Accounting Manager with special ad hoc projects
SUCCESSFUL SENIOR ACCOUNTANT CANDIDATES HAVE:
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
Must have 2-5 years of experience, including 2+ years of public accounting experience preferred
Ability to effectively extend knowledge and skills in a financial discipline
Ability to review, interpret, and explain financial data
Strong general accounting skills and thorough knowledge of US GAAP and proposed new accounting standards
Advanced skills with the MS Office Suite, specifically Excel
Exceptional attention to detail and time management skills
The ability to work well in a high-growth work environment, where flexibility is key
Strong written and verbal communication skills to clearly articulate while being concise
CPA certification preferred
Experience working with NetSuite ERP system
Experience with Coupa Procure to Pay system
Experience working with Google Suite\
Experience working in global environment, collaborating with international team members
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Senior Accountant position is now open for candidates interested in the Accountant Jobs sector. This role in Washington offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Accountant Jobs is a plus.
