Accountant IV - Team Lead (Hybrid - San Antonio, TX)

Vericast is the financial institution (FI) performance partner. We help banks and credit unions drive growth, improve efficiency, increase engagement and navigate change through the power of data, technology and people. Our advanced analytics, data-driven insights and integrated solution set enable better execution with agility, precision and scale. That’s why thousands of financial institutions look to Vericast and our 150 years of financial services expertise to help them achieve more. For more information, visit http://www.vericast.com or follow Vericast on LinkedIn.

This is a hybrid position. We are looking for candidates who are comfortable and available to come in to our office at 15955 La Cantera Pkwy San Antonio, TX 78256 2-3 days per week. Mondays and Fridays are work from home.

The Accountant IV - Team Lead position is a senior level staff position that analyzes, records, and/or reviews complex accounting transactions. Prepares journal entries, reviews and analyzes financial results, ensures conformance with accounting policies and principles, prepares or reviews account reconciliations. Responsible for compliance with US GAAP. Interacts with operations, FP&A and accounting management, as appropriate. Responsible for identifying issues and reviewing those presented by Accounting staff; researches and implements solutions based on their materiality. Will have lead responsibilities for special projects, review of staff level work and establishing priorities for the supporting work group. Identifies and implements improvements to existing processes. Able to work with limited supervision, and self-directed workflow. This role will support the businesses of Vericast.

KEY DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

 General Accounting: Lead accountant on team responsible for performing and / or reviewing general accounting activities required to support Vericast businesses. Main support to Manager for interpretation of accounting principles as it relates to the business, understanding of business needs, researching and identifying necessary processes for new business requirements and communication with the business and other teams. Perform complex account reconciliations for completeness, accuracy, and conformance with accounting requirements. Review staff level work as assigned. Responsible for compliance with US GAAP and adherence with the control environment. Provides support for technical research; prepares projections of accounting data to show effects of proposed changes on company financial statements. Responsible for mentoring others in a developing role. 

 Month End Close: This position analyzes, classifies, records and reviews complex accounting transactions and interrelationships and manages performance to the published close calendar. Performs general accounting activity and review in accordance with GAAP. Prepare, review and provide adequate documentation for assigned journal entries and review work of other accountants as assigned. Responsible for identifying issues and reviewing those presented by Accounting staff; researching and implementing solutions based on their materiality. Coordinates with relevant business owners to ensure all activity is properly reflected in the financial statements and that appropriate cutoff is reflected in the correct accounting period.

 Financial Reporting & Analytics: Perform analytics on financial statements to identify anomalies for management review. Compile and review documentation for quarterly and annual reporting and to support all relevant disclosure requirements. Support preparation of GAAP and Disclosure checklists. 

 Audit: Responsible for internal and external audit support, as assigned, to include coordination with financial and non-financial resources at each business. Ensure documentation is aligned with financial statement balances and demonstrates an appropriate audit trail. May act as an audit facilitator for Interim and Year End Periods.

 Process Improvements and Procedures: Demonstrates a commitment to the process for continuous improvement, identifies and respond actively and with sensitivity to the needs of our customers and is open and responsive to change. Maintain desktop procedures and ensure business processes are in place to ensure we will meet or exceed our goals and key performance measures. Review staff level procedures to ensure they are thorough and up to date. 

 Systems & Interfaces: Ensures that systems and procedures are in compliance with company policies, generally acceptable accounting principles and applicable regulations. Responsible for maintaining and reconciling sub-system interfaces to the general ledger, as assigned. Extensive interaction may be required for interfaces that vary in complexity and frequency. Responsible to support master data management. 

 Special Projects: Participate in ad hoc teams to evaluate accounting requirements to support existing or changing business needs. Participate on special projects, as required. Assist in business combination accounting and analysis. Support due diligence efforts as required. 

EDUCATION

 Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance (Required)

 CPA is strongly preferred, but may consider based on experience

EXPERIENCE

 Minimum eight years of accounting experience, or six years with big four public accounting experience.

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES

 Must have solid written and oral communication skills

 Must demonstrate experience and proficiency in applying accounting principles and concepts

 Must have above average Excel skills

 Must have a solid history of financial statement review and technical accounting research is a plus

 Possessing leadership or management experience a plus

 Significant team involvement, both within and outside the work group

 SAP, Oracle, Access and/or Hyperion Essbase skills are a plus

Base Salary: $80,000-$100,000

*Applications will be accepted through November 30, 2025, after which the posting will be closed and no longer available for submissions.*

The ultimate compensation offered for the position will depend upon several factors such as skill level, cost of living, experience, and responsibilities.

Vericast offers a generous total rewards benefits package that includes medical, dental and vision coverage, 401K with company match and generous PTO allowance. A wide variety of additional benefits like life insurance, employee assistance and pet insurance are also available, not to mention smart and friendly coworkers!

At Vericast, we don’t just accept differences - we celebrate them, we support them, and we thrive on them for the benefit of our employees, our clients, and our community. As an Equal Opportunity employer, Vericast considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other classifications protected by law. Applicants who have disabilities may request that accommodations be made in order to complete the selection process by contacting our Talent Acquisition team at [email protected]. EEO is the law. To review your rights under Equal Employment Opportunity please visit: www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeopost.pdf.

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