Accountant / Financial Reporting Accountant

Location: Primarily remote, with 1-2 days per week at our downtown Austin, TX office.

The Association of Certified Fraud Examiners (ACFE) is the world’s largest anti-fraud organization and a global leader in anti-fraud training and certification.

The Accountant partners closely with the CFO to support the accuracy, integrity, and timeliness of the organization’s financial reporting and analysis. In this role, you will prepare financial reports, perform account reconciliations and variance analysis, monitor key performance indicators, and contribute to budgeting and forecasting efforts that support strategic decision-making.

Essential Functions

• Maintains the accuracy of financial records in accordance with GAAP and company policies.
• Prepares periodic financial reports in a timely manner.
• Performs variance analysis and reconciles general ledger accounts.
• Collaborates with cross-functional teams to ensure completeness and accuracy of financial data and reporting.
• Assists in maintenance and continuous improvement of financial reporting processes and internal controls.
• Researches, interprets and applies accounting standards and tax regulatory guidance.
• Maintains and updates the chart of accounts.
• Supports the budgeting and forecasting process by reviewing budget proposals and projecting financial results.
• Participates in special projects, including but not limited to system implementation, upgrades and process improvements.
• Performs other duties as assigned or required.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required.
• Minimum of 5 years of progressively responsible experience in financial reporting and accounting.
• Practical experience in U.S. and/or international indirect taxation preferred.
• Hands-on experience with Salesforce is preferred.
• CPA designation is a plus.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Strong written and verbal communications skills.
• Proficient in Great Plains and Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint and Teams) with experience working with data from multiple systems.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Health Coverage: 100% employer-paid medical, dental, vision, long-term disability, and $25,000 life insurance for employees. We also offer employer contributions to dependent medical premiums.
• 401(k) Plan: Enjoy an unbeatable company match to help you save for retirement (truly unbeatable).
• Flexible Work Schedule: Mostly remote work in ATX.
• Paid Time Off (PTO): 4 weeks of PTO, with an additional week granted after 5 years and another week granted after 10 years of employment.
• Parental PTO: Two weeks of paid time off to use during maternity/paternity leave.
• Paid Holidays: 12 holidays each year to help you recharge.
• Employee Success Sharing Bonus Program: The longer you invest with us, the more we invest in you!
• Wellness / Work-From-Home Reimbursement: $400 annual reimbursement for gym membership, workout equipment, work-from-home equipment, etc.
• Tuition Reimbursement: Up to $5,250 per year for qualifying degree plans.
• Additional Paid Time Off: Paid Volunteer, Bereavement, and Civic Duty Hours.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Confidential support for personal and professional issues.
• Social and Team-Building Events: Regular social events, team-building activities, and company outings to foster a positive work environment.
• Fraud Knowledge Bonus: Bonus programs available for demonstrating mastery of the fraud examination body of knowledge.

For more than 35 years, the Association of Certified Fraud Examiners has relied on its core values of service, integrity, and professionalism to become the premiere association for those working to reduce white-collar crime, fraud and corruption. It takes a dedicated, experienced, and diverse team to serve more than 95,000 anti-fraud professionals around the world.

By prioritizing a people-first mindset and cutting-edge technology, the ACFE is a place for employees to grow in their skillset while becoming part of a global mission.