Accounting Manager

Higher Logic is an industry leader in cloud-based engagement platforms. Our data-driven approach gives organizations an expanded suite of engagement capabilities, including online communities and marketing automation. From the initial web visit to renewal and ongoing engagement, we help you track and manage interactions along each stage of the digital customer experience. Organizations worldwide use Higher Logic to bring people all together, by giving their community a home where they can interact, share ideas, answer questions, and stay connected. Everything we do - the tools and features in our software, our services, partnerships, best practices - drives our ultimate goal of making your organization successful.

The Accounting Manager will report to the Corporate Controller and is responsible for management of Higher Logic’s general ledger and ensures financial statements are prepared timely and in accordance with GAAP. The position requires strong knowledge of GAAP and a knowledge of accounting functions from a detailed and big-picture perspective.  The Accounting Manager will be heavily involved in financial reviews and audits and perform financial and other ad hoc analyses to help the company achieve strategic and financial goals.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITES

• Assist in guiding financial decisions by establishing, monitoring, and enforcing policies and procedures.
• Support the protection of assets by establishing, monitoring, and enforcing internal controls.
• Assist in monitoring and confirming financial condition by reporting on SaaS-focused KPIs and liaising with auditors as necessary.
• Help prepare budgets by establishing schedules; collecting, analyzing, and consolidating financial data; recommending plans.
• Contribute to achieving budget objectives by scheduling expenditures; analyzing variances; initiating corrective actions.
• Provide status of financial condition by collecting, interpreting, and reporting financial data.
• Prepare special reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trends.
• Assist in managing and complying with local, state, and federal government reporting requirements and tax filings.
• Must be comfortable with Journal Entries and willing to lead that process.

• Conduct all business in accordance with Higher Logic policies and procedures.
• All other duties as assigned

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

• Experience with creating financial statements.
• Experience with month-end/year-end close process.
• Experience with Netsuite preferred.
• Thorough knowledge of accounting principles and procedures.
• Strong commitment to accuracy and a high level of attention to detail.
• Exceptional computer skills in the operation and functioning of all programs used including Microsoft Office, Salesforce, and Netsuite.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills; experience in effectively communicating key data, including presentations to senior management or other outside partners.
• Positive, proactive, “can-do” attitude.

EXPERIENCE DESIRED:

• Typically, has at least two years of experience at Higher Logic. May have additional years of experience prior to joining Higher Logic.

• 5+ years of overall combined accounting and finance experience.
• Proven working experience in accounting and finance, preferably in a SaaS company.
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field.
• CPA preferred.