• *Job Title Remote Remote Accountant • *Location Remote — based in Brockton, Massachusetts --- About the Role We are seeking a meticulous, proactive Remote Accountant to join our fast‑growing finance team. In this role you will be the financial backbone for our SaaS‑driven product line, ensuring that every transaction posted from our sales, subscription, and operations pipelines in Brockton, Massachusetts is accurate, compliant, and timely. Reporting directly to the Chief Financial Officer (CFO), you will partner with product managers, senior analysts, and the global payroll team to translate raw data into actionable insights that drive profitability and strategic decision‑making. Your work will directly impact cash flow forecasting, month‑end close efficiency, and the overall financial health of the company, while you enjoy the flexibility of a fully remote setup anchored in Brockton, Massachusetts. --- Key Responsibilities - Month‑end & quarter‑end close – lead the entire close process for the Brockton entity, delivering a full set of financial statements within 5 business days of month‑end using NetSuite and QuickBooks Online. - General ledger stewardship – reconcile over 1,200 journal entries per month, ensuring accuracy across accounts payable, receivable, payroll, and fixed assets. - Cash flow management – produce weekly cash position reports and 13‑week cash forecasts for senior leadership, employing Microsoft Excel models with advanced pivot tables and VBA macros. - Tax compliance – prepare and file quarterly sales tax returns for Massachusetts and manage annual state income tax filings in collaboration with our external CPA firm. - Payroll oversight – administer bi‑weekly payroll for 150+ employees through ADP and Gusto, verifying tax withholdings, benefits deductions, and overtime calculations. - Audit support – compile audit schedules, respond to auditor requests, and maintain a ready‑to‑go document repository in Google Drive. - Process automation – design and implement at least two workflow automations per year using Zapier and Asana to reduce manual data entry time by 20% or more. - Financial analysis – partner with the senior financial analyst to perform variance analyses, profitability reporting, and scenario modeling, visualizing results in Tableau dashboards. - Cross‑functional collaboration – attend weekly syncs with product, sales, and ops teams (via Zoom) to align on revenue recognition, expense approvals, and budget amendments. - Policy & documentation – update and maintain accounting SOPs, ensuring compliance with GAAP and Massachusetts regulatory standards. --- Required Qualifications - Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field or an equivalent combination of education and experience. - 3–5 years of progressive accounting experience, preferably in a SaaS or technology environment. - CPA certification or active pursuit of CPA licensure (must be in good standing with the Massachusetts Board of Accountancy). - Proficiency with QuickBooks Online, NetSuite, and Xero (at least two of the three). - Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, Power Query, VBA) and experience building financial models. - Hands‑on experience processing payroll through ADP or Gusto, including tax filings for Massachusetts. - Strong understanding of GAAP, revenue recognition (ASC 606), and state tax regulations. - Ability to work independently in a remote setting while meeting tight monthly close deadlines. - Excellent written and verbal communication skills; comfortable presenting financial results to non‑financial stakeholders. --- Preferred Qualifications - Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration. - Additional certifications such as CMA, CMA, or a certified QuickBooks ProAdvisor. - Prior experience with Tableau or Power BI for financial reporting dashboards. - Familiarity with Zapier, Automation Anywhere, or other RPA tools for process automation. - Demonstrated leadership in mentoring junior accountants or bookkeepers. - Experience managing multi‑state tax compliance (especially for states with complex sales tax rules). --- Compensation & Benefits - Salary $78,000 – $95,000 annually, commensurate with experience and certifications. - Healthcare Full medical, dental, and vision coverage (company pays 80% of premiums). - Retirement 401(k) with 4% company match. - Paid Time Off 20 days PTO + 12 paid holidays (including floating holidays for Massachusetts observances). - Remote Stipends $200 monthly home‑office allowance (wifi, ergonomic chair, desk). - Professional Development $2,000 annual learning budget for courses, conferences, or certifications (including CPA exam fees). - Wellness Access to mental‑health tele‑counseling, fitness app subscriptions, and quarter