Senior Accountant
brivo · Bethesda, Maryland ·
- Work mode
- Onsite
- Seniority
- Senior
- Category
- Finance
- Experience
- 3+ years
The Senior Accountant, sits within the Controllership group of the Accounting department, supporting cost accounting, inventory valuation, and the integrity of the NetSuite ERP environment following the recent merger of two companies and their accounting teams. The ideal candidate demonstrates a proven track record in cost and inventory accounting, monitoring system integrations between NetSuite and connected tools, and evaluating their impact on the financial statements. Must possess expertise in ERP systems (NetSuite preferred) and advanced Excel skills, along with a collaborative nature, strong problem-solving abilities, and a dedication to accurate and timely reporting.
- Own monthly cost accounting close activities, including the inventory roll-forward, tie-out to the NetSuite general ledger, and COGS and margin analysis.
- Support hardware vs. SaaS margin visibility reporting for executive leadership.
- Prepare E&O reserve and warranty accrual calculations and related balance sheet reconciliations.
- Help oversee internal and external inventory counts at warehouse locations as needed, supporting count reconciliations and follow-up on variances.
- Help oversee system integrations between NetSuite and other tools (e.g., Salesforce, Ramp, 3PL/warehouse, and billing systems), assessing their impact on the financial statements and escalating data integrity issues.
- Support the integration of legacy systems and processes from the recent merger, including chart of accounts harmonization and cross-system reconciliations.
- Resolve 3-way match exceptions for hardware invoices and perform landed cost analysis.
- Support fixed asset accounting, including capitalization, depreciation, and roll-forward schedules.
- Maintain SOX segregation of duties between physical goods movement and financial valuation.
- Design and test process improvements, including new reporting tools and dashboards, to increase efficiency and strengthen SOX-compliant internal controls.
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
- Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in cost accounting, inventory accounting, ERP systems analysis, or a related analytical role.
- Strong understanding of inventory valuation, COGS, and standard costing concepts.
- Hands-on experience with NetSuite (or a comparable ERP), including familiarity with API-based integrations between the ERP and connected platforms (e.g., Salesforce, 3PL, and billing systems) and their impact on the financial statements.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including advanced formulas and data manipulation techniques, and in leveraging AI tools to drive efficiency (Claude and Gemini preferred).
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with a keen attention to detail and accuracy.
- Strong organizational, communication, and time management skills with the ability to prioritize and meet deadlines; experience supporting M&A or system integrations is a plus.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, global environment.
Brivo is a Great Place to Work-Certified™ company and the global leader in cloud-based access control and video surveillance. Following our merger with Eagle Eye Networks, we are building the only platform powerful enough to support the future of AI-driven security.
Why Your Work Matters
Innovation drives our vibe, but purpose drives our mission. You will work on essential systems that protect the health, safety, and welfare of people and property worldwide. At Brivo, your voice is heard, your talent is respected, and your contributions have a global impact.
- The Brivo Experience: We thrive on in-person collaboration and a "one-team" atmosphere. We embrace our international presence, leveraging diverse ideas and backgrounds to improve our culture and our products. To keep our global teams connected and inspired, we provide a premium onsite experience featuring communal meals, recurring social events, and fully stocked workspaces—ensuring you have everything you need to stay focused while building the future of security.
- Total Rewards: We support our people with competitive medical, vision, and dental plans (including company-offset premiums), a 401 (k) with company match, and an unlimited Paid Time Off (PTO) policy that empowers you to take the time you need to maintain a healthy work-life balance.
Individual compensation packages are based on job-related skills, experience, qualifications, work location, training, and market conditions. In addition, Brivonians enjoy a robust benefits and perks package tailored to their work location.