Senior Accountant

Sensiba ‚Ä¢ Remote ‚Ä¢ Full Time ‚Ä¢ $76,000–$116,000 / year

Posted on Thu, Aug 6, 2026

The Senior Accountant is an important delivery role within the Sensiba Consulting Practice. Responsibilities include supporting the full spectrum of delivery activities for our Early Stage, Start-Up Accounting offering. Duties include working with founders and senior management of our Early-Stage Start-Up clients to help establish the systems, processes, and procedures necessary to execute periodic accounting close with reporting. This client enablement also includes supporting the setup of contract management and revenue recognition processes using an Excel model or one of our pre-selected SaaS contract software solutions. Strong understanding of SaaS revenue recognition and Excel, with a high aptitude for learning systems, is essential for success in this position.

The Senior Accountant communicates directly with clients, supports prospect discovery meetings, documents business requirements, and helps translate requirements to the appropriate level of service. They should be organized, analytical, and capable of working remotely and independently or as part of a team, adept at meeting deadlines, skilled in managing multiple priorities, and able to clearly communicate recommendations and service value to clients and internal stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

Technical Activities - additional tasks within this context may be required.

Onboard new clients.
Provide direct accounting services to clients, including guiding management to best practice accounting and reporting processes.
Assist with training and supporting staff assigned to CAS Tech Start-Ups.
Support improvements to the processes and technology stack employed to service clients.
Utilize and leverage AI-driven solutions to automate routine tasks, optimize workflows, and support continuous process improvement.

Sales Activities - additional tasks within this context may be required.

Qualification stage:
- Participate in qualification calls/meetings with prospects to gather preliminary information.
- Document the prospect profile and fit for our service offering.
Discovery stage:
- Participates in Discovery sessions with prospects and supports meeting facilitation as needed.
- Document results of the Discovery to gather pertinent information for a proposal.
Solution Architecture stage:
- Match requirements uncovered in Discovery stage with Sensiba solutions.
Proposal:
- Support development of services proposals and participate in proposal presentations to prospects.
Contracts:
- Support drafting services Statements of Work.

Firm Specific

Identify and communicate potential additional business opportunities for prospects and existing clients.
Maintain high client satisfaction ratings that meet firm standards.
Provide assistance to internal team members as needed.
Ability to break down complex information into easy-to-understand solution requirements.
Provide timely status reports/updates on work assignments to performance manager and project leadership as required.
Achieve utilization targets and track work time accurately within our time tracking system.
Assist with training, developing, and mentoring assigned staff as needed.
Special projects as needed

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

The ideal candidate will be self-motivated with successful experience in professional services or a corporate accounting environment. The candidate must have strong internal and external client-facing skills and experience following a process-based methodology while working directly with clients through key phases of the project delivery lifecycle. The candidate should thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced atmosphere that is much like a start-up environment, with a rapidly expanding client base. Additional qualifications the ideal candidate will have are shown below:

Bachelor's degree required (in accounting or finance preferred).
Minimum three (3) to five (5) years’ relevant experience in professional services and/or corporate equivalent.
Experience with Quickbooks, Xero and similar is preferred.
Sage Intacct, Netsuite and contract management software a plus.
Knowledge of financial accounting and accounting principles, especially SaaS revenue recognition (CPA or similar is a plus).
Adept at solving complex problems in a timely fashion while keeping all parties informed.
Strong desire and ability to stay current on technical or industry developments.
Ability to travel to client sites as needed.
Strong desire and ability to engage with client management to help solve problems and deliver solutions.
Team player with solid communication and presentation/product demonstration skills.
Communicate, be accountable and be kind.

Compensation & Benefits

This role offers a competitive base salary along with a comprehensive benefits package. Salary ranges for U.S.-based positions are determined by geographic location and fall into one of three pay zones, which reflect the cost of labor in that area. The anticipated salary ranges for this position are outlined below and are subject to change:

US Payzone 1: $92,800 - $116,000
US Payzone 2: $84,000 - $105,000
US Payzone 3: $76,000 - $95,000

When determining compensation, we consider a variety of factors such as a candidate’s professional experience, skills, and qualifications. Please note that final offer amounts may vary from the ranges listed above and may be adjusted over time.
There are many reasons to join the Sensiba team: generous benefits, competitive compensation, professional advancement opportunities, and above all — our people. If you're looking for an environment that offers you growth, success, and professionalism without compromising your family, passions, and life outside of work, apply today!
Sensiba has a robust offering of benefits, including:

Comprehensive Health Coverage – Medical, dental, and vision.
Retirement & Financial Planning Support – 401(k) with match, financial wellness programs.
Generous Paid Time Off – Vacation, sick time, holidays, parental leave and volunteer days.
Flexible Work Arrangements – Hybrid or remote options, flexible hours.
Performance-Based Bonus – Recognition for your contributions through discretionary bonuses.
Professional Development Opportunities – Tuition reimbursement, certifications, mentorship.
Career Growth & Internal Mobility – Clear paths for advancement and role transitions.
Inclusive & Supportive Culture – DEI initiatives, employee resource groups, wellness programs.

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