Staff Accountant

Skip to main content Staff Accountant Slide Westport, CT Apply Staff Accountant Slide Westport, CT 1 week ago 117 applicants See who Slide has hired for this role Apply Save Report this job Direct message the job poster from Slide Melissa Tesoro, MSHRM Melissa Tesoro, MSHRM People Operations Lead at Slide About SlideSlide is a modern, security-first Business Continuity & Disaster Recovery (BCDR) company built exclusively for Managed Service Providers. Founded by Austin McChord (Datto Founder & former CEO) and Michael Fass (former Datto General Counsel & Chief People Officer), Slide is led by a team of industry veterans with deep expertise in backup, disaster recovery, and cybersecurity. Built from scratch, from a clean-room code base, free from legacy technical debt, to deliver the MSP-centric backup and recovery platform of the future. By focusing on security, performance, and simplicity, Slide provides a powerful, cost-effective, and easy-to-use solution that ensures MSPs can protect their clients’ data without the constraints of outdated technology and restrictive pricing models.Job SummarySlide is looking for a Staff Accountant to help manage the day-to-day accounting operations and support the monthly close process. This role is a strong fit for someone who is comfortable owning parts of the close independently and wants to grow with a fast-moving company. You'll work closely with the Controller and finance team.ResponsibilitiesOwn key components of the monthly and quarterly close process, including journal entries, general ledger activity, account reconciliations, and accrualsPrepare and review balance sheet reconciliations, identifying and resolving discrepanciesManage accounts payable and accounts receivable processes, including invoicing, collections, and vendor paymentsEnsure transactions are recorded accurately and in accordance with GAAPAssist with cash flow tracking, bank reconciliations, and month-end reporting packagesSupport annual audits and tax filings by preparing schedules and responding to auditor requestsSupport and coordinate compliance activities through execution, documentation, and communication to managementCollect and analyze financial dataUtilize professional accounting concepts and internal processes and policies to solve accounting discrepancies and issuesIdentify opportunities to streamline accounting data and processes, and work cross-functionally to design and implement changesPartner with cross-functional teams (Sales, Operations, People) on expense tracking and budget questionsQualificationsStrong technical skill demonstrating progressive accounting experienceBachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; CPA or CPA-track a plusSolid understanding of GAAP and hands-on experience owning month-end close tasksStrong ability to analyze new transactions and solve accounting discrepanciesProficiency with NetSuite (or similar accounting software) and strong Excel/Google Sheets skillsStrong time management and problem-solving ability, with high attention to detail in a fast-paced environmentStrong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain accounting concepts to non-finance stakeholdersStrong ability to collaborate with others inside and outside the organizationA proactive, ownership-driven...