Senior Accountant

CORTEC

Senior Accountant managing full-cycle accounting engagements for multiple nonprofit and for-profit organizations. Overseeing month-end closings and providing financial advisory for clients.

Posted 7/1/2026full-timeRemote • 🇧🇷 BrazilSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in full-cycle accounting, financial reporting, and regulatory compliance while maintaining strong client relationships and delivering high-quality service. Proficient in process improvements and operational efficiency within accounting practices.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Full-Cycle Accounting ManagementGenerally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)Advanced Microsoft Excel ProficiencyPublic Accounting ExperienceCPA Candidate or Progress Toward CPA Certification

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Hard Skills

Journal EntriesAccount ReconciliationsFinancial Statements PreparationBudgetingForecastingAudit PreparationRegulatory ComplianceInternal ControlsProcess ImprovementsError Rate Management

Soft Skills

Client CommunicationAnalytical ThinkingAttention to DetailTime ManagementProactive Accountability

Tools & Technologies

Modern Accounting SoftwareFinancial Management Systems

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or FinanceCPA Certification Progress

Industry Keywords

Nonprofit OrganizationsFor-Profit OrganizationsMonth-End Close ProcessClient EngagementsOperational Efficiency

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Independently manage full-cycle accounting and client engagements for multiple nonprofit and for-profit organizations
Lead the month-end close process within 5–7 business days, maintaining an error rate of less than 1–2% in financial reports with zero material audit findings
Prepare accurate Journal entries, account reconciliations with zero unresolved variances, and monthly financial statements
Assist with: Budgeting, Forecasting, Audit preparation, Regulatory compliance, and strengthening internal controls
Serve as a trusted advisor by maintaining strong client relationships, responding to inquiries within 24 hours, and consistently meeting deadlines to ensure high client satisfaction and retention
Review the work of Staff Accountants, provide guidance and mentorship, and collaborate effectively across teams to share knowledge and best practices
Continuously identify and implement process improvements to reduce the month-end close timeline and enhance operational efficiency across client engagements.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance
4–6 years of progressive accounting experience
Public accounting experience is highly preferred
CPA candidate or progress toward CPA certification is preferred
Strong knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel
Experience with modern accounting software and financial management systems
Executive-level professionalism
Strong analytical and critical thinking skills
Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy
Excellent customer service and client communication skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Proactive, deadline-driven, and highly accountable
Committed to delivering accurate, error-free work
Continuously seeks opportunities to improve workflows, efficiency, and client service.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Flexible work arrangements
Professional development opportunities