Senior Corporate Accountant

Founded in June 2023, Crete Professionals Alliance (Crete PA) aims to drive growth across accounting and professional service firms in the United States. Our initial venture in August 2023 involved acquiring a majority interest in the non-attest assets of a top 300 US-based national firm, positioning us alongside the top 100 US accounting firms based on cumulative revenue. With over ten partner firms, several deals under LOI, and substantial committed capital, Crete PA is poised to shortly become equivalent to a top 40 firm in terms of aggregate revenue, with ambitions to expand into a multi-country platform. Supported by ZBS Partners, a firm managing over $500 million in assets, and led by co-founders experienced in developing multi-industry platforms, Crete PA partners with local firms to enhance their independence while boosting their revenue and profitability.


The Senior Accountant will provide direct support to the Group Controller, Integration accounting Managers, and Director of Technical Accounting in managing a highly scalable multi-entity accounting organization.  This role will cover a variety of tasks and accounting functions including cash reconciliations, expense allocations, consolidation, assistance with technical matters, and prepaid and fixed asset accounting


Position Responsibilities:

Core duties and responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned:

• Manages the parent Crete PA Holdco entity monthly including the master bank account reconciliation with sweep/ZBA functionality, fixed asset and prepaid accounting, and P&L review.

• Assist with Payroll GL entries from UKG system.

• Manages the insurance expense allocation process monthly.

• Assists the Director of Technical Accounting with the monthly debt and interest entries.

• Manages the consolidated deferred seller note schedule and responsible for monthly interest entries.

• Manages the consolidated earnout schedule and responsible for monthly interest entries.

• Assists in managing the monthly consolidation workbook and assists the Director of Technical accounting with intercompany eliminations.

• Assists in managing the monthly firm level and consolidated cash flow model.

• Prepare and review certain recurring and non-recurring monthly journal entries.

• Identify areas for streamlining and implementing best practices for fast-paced growth. 

• Assist with ad hoc projects as requested by the accounting team.  Examples could be assisting with opening balance sheet requests, technical accounting projects, firm level labor analyses, special report/model building, gross profit analyses, etc.

Education and work experience:

Bachelor's degree (B.A.) in accounting or finance from a four-year college or university and a minimum of three years of related work experience.


Skills and knowledge:

• Excellent organizational skills and interpersonal communication.

• Clear and conceptual thinking ability. 

• Excellent judgment and discretion; can recognize and elevate problems, identify possible causes and resolve routine issues.

• Strong knowledge of accounting and financial reporting requirements.

• Friendly, courteous, professional, outgoing, and customer-service oriented.

• Able to remain calm and professional in stressful situations; ability to handle multiple priorities simultaneously.

• Detail-oriented and works effectively under pressure while meeting applicable deadlines.

• Must be able to work independently and productively with minimum supervision.

Preferred:

• Prior role within multi-entity environment and knowledge of consolidation process

• Previous experience with full cycle GL close

• Experience with acquisitions and opening balance sheet accounting
  

This position operates as part of a US East Coast-based team, with typical working hours aligning with EST to facilitate effective collaboration. We offer flexibility in managing your schedule to maintain a healthy work-life balance while meeting business needs.

We are excited to invite talented individuals to join our dynamic team! This position offers a competitive salary range of $80,000–$90,000 annually, commensurate with experience and qualifications.

In addition to a rewarding career, we provide a robust benefits package, including:

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance (with options for fully paid employee only coverage for health and dental)

• Company-Paid Life and Long-Term Disability Insurance

• Ancillary Benefits such as supplemental life insurance and short-term disability options

• Classic Safe Harbor 401(k) Plan with employer contributions

• Opportunities for professional growth, learning, and development including access to Becker and LinkedIn Learning

We are committed to fostering a supportive and inclusive workplace where every team member can thrive. Apply today to be part of a company that values its people and their contributions!

Crete Professionals Alliance is an equal opportunity employer, considering all applicants for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, marital status, physical disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by state of federal law.


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