Ushur is transforming the way enterprises communicate and engage with customers. Fueled by consumer’s self-service demands, enterprises are modernizing customer engagement and experience models. Ushur is fast becoming the platform of choice for Customer Experience Automation™, enabling these enterprises to leapfrog their digital native counterparts and deliver delightful customer and employee experiences. With cutting-edge Conversational AI, Machine Learning and Intelligent Process Automation technologies, Ushur has enabled Fortune 100 enterprises including some of the world’s most well-known brands in healthcare, insurance, banking and financial services sectors to automate their customer engagement. Cloud-native, 100% no-code and purely workflow-driven, Ushur empowers citizen developers within business operations teams to build AI-powered, fully-automated and omni-channel experience to digitally transform customer journeys end-to-end. Ushur is currently seeking a highly motivated and ambitious individual to join the Accounting/Finance team as a Senior Accountant Contractor Role. The Senior Accountant will be responsible for a variety of hands-on accounting responsibilities with strong understanding of the application of GAAP and financial reporting. The ideal candidate will have uncompromising attention to detail, a positive, proactive, team-focused attitude and strong sense of ownership. This role will report directly to the Controller and necessitates full-time in office presence three days per week. Responsibilities - Process and reconcile payroll, payroll taxes, and benefits, including FSA, HSA, short-term (ST) and long-term (LT) disability, and 401(k) contributions. - Analyze complex financial reports and records, including Flux Analysis, to identify trends, variances, and areas for improvement. - Perform account reconciliations to ensure accuracy and integrity of financial data. - Provide support and oversight for tax audits and tax returns, collaborating with external auditors and tax advisors as needed. - Manage accounting operations including full cycle of accounts receivable, accounts payable, prepaid, accrue, and GL. - Real-time processing journal entries, credit card reconciliations. - Support month-end, quarter-end and year-end closing process. - Liaise and coordinate with external tax agents and auditors and maintain corporate tax filings. - Ensure timely, complete & accurate reporting of accounting records. - Ensure that all accounting processes align with GAAP and current financial legislation. - Work closely with international accounting teams to ensure consistent application of accounting policies and procedures. - Support Go Live NetSuite implementation. - Support other management team members with other special projects including yearly audits. Qualifications - Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance; CPA is a plus, but not required - Experience at Big 4 firm or large public accounting firm preferred. - Experience in QuickBooks Online and NetSuite is a MUST. - 7+ years of progressive accounting experience - Expert-level experience with Excel, financial modeling experience desirable - Advanced computer skills on MS Office, accounting software and databases such as QB Online, NetSuite, Rippling. - Strong understanding of FSA, HSA, short-term (ST) and long-term (LT) disability, and 401(k) contributions. - Proven ability to analyze complex financial reports and records, including Flux Analysis, to identify trends, variances, and areas for improvement. - Experience performing account reconciliations to ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial data. - Knowledge of tax laws and regulations, with experience supporting tax audits and tax return preparation. - Experience with multitasking and dealing with ambiguity. - Attention to detail and ability to manipulate large amounts of data. - Deadline oriented, organized, ability to multi-task ability in a fast-paced environment. - Team-player, positive attitude and flexible - Excellent verbal and written communication skills $60 - $72 an hour Benefits - Great Company Culture. We pride ourselves on having a values-based culture that is welcoming, intentional, and respectful. Bring your whole self to work. We are focused on building a diverse culture, with innovative ideas where you and your ideas are valued. We are a start-up and know that every person has a significant impact! - Keep learning. One of our core values is Growth Mindset - we believe in lifelong learning. Whether you are a previous student, or currently enrolled in higher education, we can help cover some of those expenses and support your ongoing development and career growth. - Flexible Work. In-office, work-from-home, or hybrid, depending on position and location. We seek to create an environment for all of our employees where they can thrive in both their professional and personal lives.