Senior staff accountant

This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Senior Staff Accountant based in India.

Join a high-impact finance team supporting the growth and scalability of multiple software businesses within a fast-moving, technology-driven environment. In this remote role, you will help establish and optimize accounting processes that enable accurate reporting, stronger financial decision-making, and operational excellence. You will take ownership of complex accounting activities, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and contribute to building scalable financial infrastructure. This opportunity is ideal for an accounting professional with strong U.S. GAAP expertise, SaaS experience, and a passion for process improvement. You will also have the opportunity to mentor junior team members, drive automation initiatives, and influence how financial operations evolve across a growing platform.

Accountabilities: Manage the complete month-end close process, including revenue recognition, deferred revenue, accruals, reconciliations, and financial reporting activities under U.S. GAAP standards.

Analyze balance sheet accounts and provide detailed explanations for significant variances, connecting financial results to underlying operational drivers.

Perform monthly, quarterly, and budget variance analysis to identify trends, root causes, and opportunities for improvement.

Collaborate with FP&A teams to support annual budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning activities while considering accrual and working capital impacts.

Prepare and review financial statements independently while ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely delivery of reporting requirements.

Mentor Staff Accountants by providing guidance on complex accounting entries, reconciliation practices, and U.S. GAAP accounting decisions.

Identify accounting process inefficiencies, develop improvement initiatives, document expected ROI, and implement solutions that enhance team productivity.

Support the development of scalable accounting processes and controls across multiple business operations.

Requirements

Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP principles with hands-on experience in SaaS accounting, including ASC 606 revenue recognition and deferred revenue management.

Proven experience independently managing month-end close processes and preparing complete financial statements.

Advanced Excel skills, including financial modeling, Power Query, VLOOKUP/INDEX-MATCH, and scenario analysis.

Experience working with modern ERP platforms such as Sage Intacct, NetSuite, Microsoft Dynamics 365, or similar financial systems.

Strong analytical and variance analysis skills with the ability to translate financial data into clear business insights for non-finance stakeholders.

Demonstrated ability to identify operational inefficiencies and implement measurable process improvements.

Experience mentoring junior accounting professionals and supporting their technical development.

Strong attention to detail, ownership mindset, and commitment to maintaining accurate financial records.

Ability to challenge existing processes, communicate recommendations effectively, and collaborate with leadership teams.

Preferred qualifications include CA certification with 2–3+ years of progressive accounting experience in private equity-backed environments, CMA certification with 5+ years of experience, or exposure to multi-entity portfolio accounting.

Benefits

Competitive monthly compensation of ₹21,000.

Fully remote position based in India.

Opportunity to build and improve accounting infrastructure for a growing software-focused platform.

Exposure to complex SaaS accounting operations and strategic financial initiatives.

Opportunity to work with experienced professionals across finance and business operations.

Career growth opportunities through ownership of impactful projects and process improvements.

Benefits package to be determined based on company policies.

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