Senior Accountant

About the Company

Ascribe is a leading provider of valuation, property, and mortgage services, supporting many of the nation's top lenders, servicers, investors, and financial institutions. Our technology-enabled platform and experienced team deliver appraisal management, property inspections, valuation solutions, and other real estate services that help clients make informed decisions throughout the property lifecycle.

Our Corporate Accounting & Finance team plays a critical role in supporting the company's continued growth by providing accurate financial reporting, strategic analysis, operational insight, and strong financial controls. We are committed to maintaining the highest standards of integrity, compliance, and fiscal responsibility while partnering with business leaders to drive informed decision-making and long-term success.

At Ascribe, you'll join a collaborative, high-performing organization where innovation, accountability, and continuous improvement are part of our culture. We provide opportunities to make a meaningful impact in a dynamic, fast-growing company. If you're looking for a career where your expertise helps shape business strategy and operational excellence, we'd love to hear from you.

About the Role

We are seeking a Senior Accountant to join our Accounting & Finance team. This role is responsible for core accounting functions including month-end close, account reconciliations, journal entries, and financial reporting support. The ideal candidate has a strong command of fundamental accounting principles, a sharp eye for identifying discrepancies, and the initiative to investigate and resolve issues independently. We are looking for someone who is self-directed, communicates proactively, and delivers reliable, accurate work without close supervision. Opportunities exist to contribute to Finance initiatives and expand exposure past core accounting.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and post journal entries, including accruals, prepaids, and reclassifications, with complete and well-organized supporting documentation
• Perform monthly balance sheet reconciliations and resolve reconciling items in a timely manner
• Support the month-end and year-end close process, ensuring deadlines are met and results are accurate
• Analyze general ledger activity and flux/variance results; investigate unexpected balances or trends and clearly communicate findings
• Identify discrepancies, errors, or process gaps proactively — and see them through to resolution rather than simply reporting them
• Assist with the preparation of internal management reporting packages and supporting schedules
• Support external audit and tax requests by preparing schedules and gathering documentation
• Maintain and improve accounting processes, documentation, and internal controls
• Collaborate cross-functionally with AR, AP, and operations teams to resolve transaction-level questions
• Assist with special projects, system improvements, and ad hoc analysis

Qualifications

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience
• 3–5+ years of progressive accounting experience
• Strong understanding of US GAAP and core accounting concepts (accruals, revenue/expense recognition, reconciliations)
• Demonstrated ability to identify issues, perform root-cause analysis, and drive them to resolution
• Strong Excel skills (pivot tables, lookups, and formula-based analysis)
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain accounting matters clearly to non-accounting stakeholders
• Proven ability to work effectively in a hybrid/remote environment: self-motivated, organized, responsive, and accountable for deadlines

Preferred:

• CPA license (or actively pursuing)
• Experience with NetSuite or similar ERP systems
• Experience supporting external audits
• Experience in a multi-entity or multi-subsidiary environment

What Success Looks Like

• Close deliverables are completed accurately and on schedule, with minimal rework
• Reconciling items and discrepancies are surfaced early — with proposed solutions, not just problems
• Teammates and managers can rely on clear, proactive communication despite the remote setting
• Processes you own become better documented and more efficient over time

Working Environment

Ideal candidate will spend 2-3 days in office with the three other teammates in Chicago (including direct manager). Candidates should have a reliable home office setup and be comfortable collaborating through video calls, chat, and shared documents. Core working hours (Central or Eastern) will align with the team's business hours, with flexibility around scheduling.

Compensation and Benefits Disclosure

The anticipated base annual salary range for this position is $85,000 - $105,000. The final compensation offered will be based on factors including, but not limited to, the candidate’s experience, qualifications, skills, education, certifications, and business needs. Full time employees are eligible to participate in the company’s benefit programs, which include:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA) or Flexible Savings Account (FSA)
• Employer 401(k) match
• $10,000 in employer-sponsored life insurance
• Flexible time-off policy with paid company holidays
• Paid parental leave (if applicable)