Senior Accountant

About Sovrn

Every interesting company solves important problems for other people. Sovrn is a Software and Data business that helps Open Web businesses be and remain independent. We help them understand their business better, operate more efficiently, and make & keep more money.

• We believe in the freedom and free-flow of information.
• We believe the Open Web is the largest source of this information.
• We believe in helping Open Web businesses be and remain Independent.

Through Software products and Data solutions we help our customers:

• Understand their business better, so they can make better decisions
• Operate their business more efficiently, so they can invest in what matters most
• Make (and Keep) more money, so they control their own destiny

About the Role

As a Senior Accountant (Contractor), you'll play a key role in maintaining the accuracy and integrity of our financial reporting processes. You'll take ownership of critical areas of the monthly close, serve as a trusted partner in compensation-related accounting activities, and help strengthen the foundation of our General Ledger operations. Working closely with the Controller, you'll drive process improvements, execute and enhance financial controls, and contribute to projects that support scalability as we continue to grow. Your work will directly influence the efficiency, accuracy, and reliability of our accounting operations.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Own designated areas of the monthly close process, ensuring timely, accurate, and complete financial reporting.
• Assist with all aspects of General Ledger maintenance, including reviewing and approving journal entries, conducting account analysis, and ensuring the accuracy of supporting documentation.
• Serve as a key stakeholder for compensation-related accounting activities, including analysis, reporting, and coordination with cross-functional partners.
• Prepare, review, and maintain account reconciliations, resolving discrepancies and ensuring the integrity of financial data.
• Identify opportunities to improve month-end close processes and implement solutions that increase efficiency and scalability.
• Execute and continuously refine newly implemented controls to strengthen compliance, accuracy, and operational effectiveness.
• Partner with Finance and other business teams to support accounting projects, assist with FP&A financial planning, process enhancements, and evolving business initiatives.
• Collaborate with auditors to ensure the timely completion of yearly audits.
• Collaborate on accounts receivable, including collections, reconciliations, customer setups, invoicing, and payment applications.
• Collaborate on accounts payable, including billing, payment processing, and vendor setups.
• Review AP and publisher payment runs, and create necessary bank wires or transfers to complete payments.
• Oversee 1099 reporting.
• Compiles monthly financial reporting packages and assists with regulatory reporting.

A Successful Candidate Will Have

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• At least 3 years of accounting experience, preferably in a fast-paced and high-growth environment.
• Strong knowledge of General Ledger accounting, account reconciliations, and month-end close processes.
• Strong understanding of financial statements and accounting principles.
• Experience with NetSuite, and high proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Google Sheets.
• Hands-on experience using AI-enabled tools in daily accounting tasks, enhancing efficiency and accuracy in financial processes.
• A proactive mindset and a commitment to continuously improving processes, controls, and financial operations.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to build effective partnerships across teams.
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality, as this position involves handling highly sensitive and confidential information.
• High attention to detail and the ability to process a large volume of information quickly and accurately.
• Reliability and accountability for meeting agreed-upon deliverables and timelines.

We understand that no candidate is perfectly qualified for any job. Experience comes in different forms, many skills are transferable, and passion goes a long way. Even more important than your resume is a clear demonstration of accountability and the ability to adapt to changing business priorities while collaborating effectively across teams. We expect you to learn new things in this role and encourage you to apply if your experience is close to what we're looking for.

Location: Our office is located in Boulder, CO. While in-person work is our default, this role follows a hybrid schedule with a minimum requirement of being in the Boulder office on Tuesdays and Thursdays.

Contract Length Terms: 6-7 month, 1099 contract position.

Rate $60 - $85 an hour, with a minimum of 40 hours per week.

Application Deadline: Priority deadline August 14, 2026. Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis thereafter until the position is filled.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Sovrn is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, parental or pregnancy status, marriage and civil partnership, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Reasonable accommodations will be made to meet the requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act.

How to Apply: To ensure your application is properly reviewed, please apply directly to the job posting on our career site at https://www.sovrn.com/careers/. Applications submitted via email will not be considered. Sovrn is committed to providing reasonable accommodations throughout the application and employment process. If you require accommodation due to a disability or medical condition, please contact peopleops@sovrn.com.

Recruitment Agencies: Sovrn does not accept agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes to our jobs alias or Sovrn employees. Sovrn is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.