Senior Accountant
Magnet Forensics
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Waterloo, ON, Canada
CAD 72,100-123,600 / year
Posted 6+ months ago
Who We Are; What We Do; Where We’re Going
Magnet Forensics is a global leader in the development of digital investigative software that acquires, analyzes, and shares evidence from computers, smartphones, tablets, and IoT-related devices. We are continually innovating so our customers can deploy advanced and effective tools to protect their companies, communities, and countries.
Serving thousands of customers globally, our solutions are playing a crucial role in modernizing digital investigations, helping investigators fight crime, protect assets, and guard national security.
With employees based around the world, Magnet Forensics has been expanding our global presence. As a part of Magnet Forensics, you can expect to make a difference in the world, no matter what role you play. You’ll be supported through learning and development, not to mention an incredible team with unbelievable talent and integrity.
If you think you would be the right person to join our team working towards this goal, we would love to hear from you!
Position Summary
The Senior Accountant plays a critical role in supporting the accuracy, integrity, and timeliness of financial reporting and compliance across the company.
The successful candidate will be hands-on, detail-oriented, and capable of working cross-functionally with internal and external stakeholders, including auditors and senior leadership.
Key Responsibilities
- Financial Reporting & Technical Accounting
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of US GAAP and interpret the impact of new standards on the company’s operations.
- Actively support month-end and quarter-end close processes, including journal entries, accruals, and reconciliations of key P&L and Balance Sheet accounts.
- Preparing account level fluctuation analysis
- Serve as a key liaison for the company’s external auditors, especially related to technical accounting matters.
- Apply ASC 606 to evaluate and account for complex SaaS revenue arrangements, including multi-element contracts, usage-based billing, and deferred revenue.
- Assist in developing and maintaining revenue recognition policies and procedures.
- Collaborate with senior management and cross-functional teams on ad hoc projects
- Act as the primary accounting point of contact for select business processes or initiatives.
- Support continuous improvement efforts by identifying opportunities to streamline financial processes, improve reporting accuracy, and reduce risk.
Revenue Accounting
Cross-Functional Projects & Support
Qualifications
- CPA designation or equivalent preferred
- 3+ years of progressive accounting experience, preferably in a public accounting firm and/or within a SaaS or high-growth technology company.
- Strong knowledge of US GAAP; experience with ASC 606 (Revenue from Contracts with Customers)
- Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
- Ability to thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced, and collaborative environment with an ability to prioritize deadlines
- Required to work EST hours to accommodate the business
The Most Important Thing
- We’re looking for candidates that can provide examples of how they demonstrated Magnet CODE in their previous experiences.
- CARE -We care about each other and our mission to make a difference in the world.
- OWN -We are accountable for or results – while never forgetting to act with integrity, empathy, and respect.
- DEDICATE -We put our heart and soul into meeting the needs of our customers and helping them serve the people they protect.
- EVOLVE -We are constantly innovating and exploring new ways to work together to make an impact with our work.
Compensation & Benefits
- The Compensation Range is for the primary location for which the job is posted. Please note that the actual compensation may vary depending on location and job-related factors such as qualifications, experience, knowledge and skills. If you are applying for this role outside of the primary location and you are selected for an interview, the Talent Acquisition Partner can share more information with you. If the compensation structure for the role includes an incentive component (ie. most Sales roles) the range below represents total target compensation (TTC) (base salary + variable).
- Compensation Range:
- MIN: $72,100- MID: $103,000 - MAX: $123,600 Currency: CAD
- Magnet is proud to offer benefits such as:
- Generous time off policies
- Competitive compensation
- Volunteer opportunities
- Reward and recognition programs
- Employee committees & resource groups
- Healthcare and retirement benefits
Here at Magnet Forensics, we are committed to continuous learning and are focused on building a diverse and inclusive workforce. This commitment will be reflected in our hiring processes and embedded in our values and how we treat one another. If you’re interested in this role, but do not meet all of the qualifications listed above, we encourage you to apply anyways.
Magnet Forensics is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers applicants for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetics or any other basis forbidden under federal, provincial, or local law. We are committed to providing an inclusive, accessible recruitment process and work environment. Accommodation is available to all applicants upon request throughout the hiring process. Please contact aoda@magnetforensics.com should you require any accommodations.
All offers of employment at Magnet are contingent upon satisfactory completion of a background check. All background checks will be conducted in accordance with all applicable laws. Magnet will consider each position’s job duties, among other factors, in determining what constitutes satisfactory completion of the background check. Refusal to consent to a background check may be grounds for revoking an offer of employment.
US Applicants: Magnet Forensics participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.
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