Senior Accountant – Payroll, Tax & Accounts Payable/Receivable

Employment Type: Full-Time

Work Arrangement: Remote

Department: Accounting & Finance

Position: Senior Accountant

About the Position

Saitell is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Senior Accountant to join our Accounting & Finance team in a full-time remote position. This role is responsible for supporting and overseeing key accounting functions, including accounts payable (AP), accounts receivable (AR), payroll accounting, account reconciliations, month-end close, financial reporting, and tax-related accounting support.

The Senior Accountant will work with Saitell's accounting systems and accounting environment to maintain accurate financial records, review accounting activity, support internal controls, and help ensure that financial information is complete, timely, and properly documented.

This is an important accounting role for a professional who can work independently, maintain strong attention to detail, protect confidential financial information, and identify discrepancies before they become larger accounting issues.

Accounts Payable (AP)

• Review and process accounts payable transactions and supporting documentation.
• Verify invoices, bills, payment records, and vendor information for accuracy.
• Maintain organized accounts payable records.
• Reconcile vendor balances and investigate discrepancies.
• Assist with payment scheduling and cash-flow-related accounting activities.
• Ensure transactions are properly classified and recorded.

Accounts Receivable (AR)

• Monitor accounts receivable activity and customer balances.
• Record and reconcile customer payments and receipts.
• Review outstanding balances and assist with collections and follow-up.
• Investigate and resolve discrepancies between customer records and accounting records.
• Maintain accurate AR documentation and supporting records.

Payroll Accounting

• Support payroll-related accounting activities and payroll reconciliations.
• Review payroll reports and related general ledger entries.
• Reconcile payroll accounts, deductions, taxes, and other payroll-related balances.
• Investigate payroll accounting discrepancies and coordinate corrections when necessary.
• Maintain confidentiality of employee compensation and payroll information.

General Accounting & Reconciliation

• Perform bank, credit card, payroll, vendor, customer, and general ledger reconciliations.
• Review account balances and investigate unusual or unsupported transactions.
• Prepare and maintain accounting schedules and supporting documentation.
• Assist with month-end and year-end closing procedures.
• Review journal entries and accounting records for accuracy and completeness.
• Identify accounting errors and recommend appropriate corrections.

Financial Reporting & Analysis

• Assist with preparation and review of financial statements and management reports.
• Prepare accounting reports, schedules, reconciliations, and supporting documentation.
• Analyze account activity and investigate significant or unusual variances.
• Provide accounting information and reports to management as requested.
• Maintain organized records that support financial reporting and audit requirements.

Tax & Compliance Support

• Assist with tax-related accounting activities and preparation of supporting schedules and records.
• Maintain documentation needed for tax reporting and compliance processes.
• Support the preparation of information requested by tax professionals, accountants, auditors, or authorized advisors.
• Help ensure accounting records are properly maintained for applicable reporting requirements.
• Do not independently submit tax returns or regulated filings unless specifically authorized and legally permitted.

Accounting Controls & Review

• Follow Saitell's accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls.
• Maintain proper segregation of duties and approval procedures.
• Review accounting records for completeness, accuracy, and proper documentation.
• Escalate unusual transactions, discrepancies, suspected errors, or control concerns to management.
• Protect company, employee, vendor, and customer financial information.

Accounting Systems

The Senior Accountant will work primarily within Saitell's designated accounting environment and other approved accounting and business systems.

Saitell uses a controlled, role-based remote accounting environment. Access to accounting systems and financial records is provided according to the employee's responsibilities and authorization level.

Employees are expected to follow all Saitell requirements relating to accounting system access, information security, confidentiality, data protection, and financial recordkeeping.

What We're Looking For

The ideal candidate is an experienced accounting professional who can manage multiple accounting responsibilities while maintaining accuracy and strong organizational skills.

Required Qualifications

• Experience working in accounting, bookkeeping, finance, or a related field.
• Strong understanding of accounts payable and accounts receivable.
• Experience with bank and general ledger reconciliations.
• Understanding of payroll accounting and payroll-related transactions.
• Experience with month-end and year-end accounting processes.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to identify discrepancies.
• Ability to maintain confidential financial and employee information.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently in a remote environment.
• Proficiency with accounting software and Microsoft Office or comparable productivity tools.
• Ability to organize accounting records and supporting documentation effectively.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field.
• Experience as a Senior Accountant, Staff Accountant, General Accountant, Accounting Specialist, or Full-Charge Accountant.
• Experience with QuickBooks Desktop or other comparable accounting platforms.
• Experience handling payroll accounting.
• Experience supporting tax preparation, tax reporting, or accounting compliance.
• Experience with financial reporting and month-end close.
• Experience reviewing accounting work or supporting accounting team members.
• CPA, CMA, or other relevant accounting certification is a plus but not required.

Remote Work

This is a full-time remote accounting position. The successful candidate must have a reliable computer, stable internet connection, and a suitable professional workspace.

Saitell provides access to designated company systems and accounting resources through its controlled remote work environment. Employees must follow Saitell's remote work, cybersecurity, confidentiality, and acceptable-use requirements.

Because this position involves confidential financial, payroll, tax, vendor, customer, and employee information, candidates must be comfortable working within a controlled accounting environment and following established security procedures.

Why Join Saitell?

At Saitell, the Senior Accountant plays an important role in maintaining the accuracy and reliability of our financial operations.

You will have the opportunity to work across multiple areas of accounting rather than being limited to a single function. Your responsibilities may include accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll accounting, reconciliations, financial reporting, month-end close, tax support, and accounting controls.

We are looking for someone who takes ownership of their work, communicates clearly, pays attention to the details, and understands the importance of accurate financial records.

How to Apply

If you are an experienced accounting professional looking for a full-time remote Senior Accountant position and have experience with accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll accounting, reconciliations, accounting software, and financial reporting, we encourage you to apply.

Qualified applicants will be contacted regarding the next stage of the hiring process.

Saitell is an equal opportunity employer.