Senior Accountant

At Podium, our mission is to arm every local business with a complete platform and outcome-driven AI employees that convert leads into real, paying customers. Every day, millions of workers use our AI lead conversion and communication platform to help them get more leads and make more money.

Our work and focus on helping local businesses thrive has been recognized across the industry, including Forbes’ Next Billion Dollar Startups, Forbes’ Cloud 100, the Inc. 5000, and Fast Company’s World’s Most Innovative Companies.

At Podium, we believe in fostering a culture that thrives on hiring and developing exceptional talent. Our operating principles serve as a compass, guiding daily behavior and decision-making, and ensure we hire people who will thrive at Podium. If you resonate with our operating principles and are energized by our mission, Podium will be a great place for you!

As a Senior Accountant, you will be responsible for owning several month-end close and reporting processes. You will be expected to have a detailed understanding of relevant GAAP accounting standards related to your assigned accounts and processes, and will be the go-to expert in those areas.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Support the monthly, quarterly, and year-end accounting close processes and preparation of financial statements in accordance with US GAAP
• Perform analytical procedures to ensure the completeness and accuracy of financial information
• Assist in researching complex or unusual accounting transactions, and document the resulting accounting conclusions
• Assist in developing and implementing accounting policies and processes
• Help develop and maintain a strong accounting team through training, mentoring, managing workloads, and fostering a positive work environment
• Own and drive process and system improvements within assigned processes
• Provide support and explanations as needed to other departments and external auditors
• Assist with preparation of schedules for financial statement audit
• Conduct ad hoc financial/operational analysis as required
• Assist with other accounting/finance projects as necessary
  
  

REQUIREMENTS

• Minimum of 2+ years accounting experience
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance or similar, CPA a plus
• Public accounting experience is a plus.
• Technical knowledge of relevant accounting standards for SaaS industry
• Experience with NetSuite a plus
• Strong aptitude and proficiency in Excel
• Excellent communication and organizational skills, both written and verbal
• Process oriented with an appreciation for financial controls
• Attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Eager, quick learner with strong teamwork spirit

Must work onsite, 5 days a week, in our Lehi, Utah headquarters

Benefits

• Open and transparent culture 
• Life insurance, long and short-term disability coverage
• Paid maternity and paternity leave
• Fertility Benefits
• Generous vacation time, plus three 4-day summer holiday weekends
• Excellent medical, dental, and vision benefits
• 401k Plan with competitive company matching
• Bi-annual swag drops with cool Podium gear and apparel 
• A stellar HQ (Utah) gym with local professional coaches and classes offered
• On-site HQ (Utah) child care center, subsidized for employees

Podium is an equal opportunity employer. Podium provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, or veteran status.