Senior Accountant - job 1 of 2

At Brightspeed, we are reimagining how people live, work, play and connect by providing fast, reliable internet connections and an awesome customer experience in twenty states throughout the Midwest and South.

Backed by funds managed by Apollo Global Management, our vision is to accelerate the upgrade of copper to fiber optic technologies, bringing faster and more reliable internet service to many rural markets traditionally underserved by broadband providers, while delivering best-in-class customer experience.  

Be a part of the team that will make this vision a reality….designing and building a world class fiber network and creating a customer experience second to none.

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We are currently looking for a Senior Accountant to join the External Reporting function within our growing Accounting and Finance team!

This role will report directly to the External Reporting Manager. You will be an integral part of a best-in-class External Financial Reporting function for a growing telecommunications company. In this position, you will support the Company's development of its External Financial Reporting function including analyzing operational results, researching accounting guidance and disclosure matters, preparing financial statements, along with drafting and benchmarking footnotes to financial statements through the final issuance of these key documents.

In addition, you will partner with other Accounting and Finance groups, internal auditors, external auditors and consultants. You will have excellent technical accounting and research skills; financial reporting and accounting skills; communications skills, both written and verbal; is proactive and detail oriented and can work well independently and as part of a collaborative team.

As a Senior Accountant, your duties include, but are not limited to:

• Support reporting obligations and ensure timely submission of all required reporting for equity investors, lenders and management
• Prepare and/or review various financial statement components and management reporting documents
• Coordinate with stakeholder groups to assess, validate, and ensure accuracy of all financial reporting data and certain additional accounting information
• Develop and maintain proper policies and procedures, documentation, and test approach for all financial reporting areas to provide assurance the Company is operating a best-in-class accounting and reporting internal control environment
• Proactive identification and communication of issues and improvement opportunities
• Staying current on new and evolving GAAP requirements, researching accounting guidance, effectively partnering with accounting and finance teams to implement changes and ensure accuracy and compliance
• Provide support and requirements to technology teams and external consultants to refine Workiva
• Partner with internal and external auditors to facilitate audits and report to various stakeholders on the status of internal/external audits

WHAT IT TAKES TO CATCH OUR EYE:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in accounting or finance discipline
• CPA required
• 5+ years relevant Accounting and Financial Reporting experience
• Strong communication, planning and project management skills
• Public accounting experience
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to investigate, analyze, and interpret accounting guidance
• Experience working hands-on and with other cross-functional teams
• Computer and software literacy for applications and systems (e.g. Excel, Word, etc.)
• Adaptable to a changing business environment and organizational structure

BONUS POINTS FOR:

• Master’s Degree
• Telecommunications industry knowledge
• Experience with SAP or Workiva; advanced Excel skills

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WHY JOIN US?

We aspire to contemporary ways of working.

Recognized as a Top Workplace by the Charlotte Observer, Brightspeed HQ is located on the 7th floor of the new Vantage South End - East Tower in Charlotte, NC. We prioritize hiring talent in the Charlotte area, whenever possible, to make it a truly vibrant destination for our hybrid workforce. At Brightspeed, we have roles that are designated as remote, hybrid, office or field-based, depending on the position, business needs and individual circumstances. We also invest in technology that enables our entire team to stay connected. Why? Because Brightspeed recognizes the value of finding the best talent for the job, wherever they may be.

We offer competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits.

Our benefits and paid time off programs reflect our underlying belief in promoting overall wellness through physical, emotional and financial health. Brightspeed offers a comprehensive benefit program, including competitive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance; an employee assistance program; a 401K plan with company match and a host of voluntary benefits. 

Diversity, equity and inclusion are at the center of our grounding belief in Being Real. 

When we bring our authentic selves to work, everyone is better as a result. A diverse team helps us be fierce advocates for more accessible, inclusive and high-quality internet, because we believe doing so promotes equity in the communities we serve.

Brightspeed is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

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