Senior Accountant, GL Accounting

Yext is seeking a highly skilled Senior Accountant to join its growing and dynamic accounting team.This is a hands-on position with a mix of accounting and operational duties. This role will be responsible for assisting in the day to day transaction processing and accounting, preparing account reconciliations in connection with the close process, and performing financial analysis on an as-needed basis. This role reports directly to the Manager, GL Accounting based in India.

This role is required to be conducted onsite in our Hyderabad office.

What You'll Do 

• Participate in various accounting functions including preparing reconciliations and roll forwards, account analysis and processing month end journal entries for a variety of G/L accounts such as Benefits & Insurance Allocations, Payroll & 401K accrual, Cash, Accrued Publisher & Affiliate Fees, Prepaids, Leases
• Assist in reconciliations between subledger and general ledger
• Support and assist with the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes
• Assist in implementing accounting policies and procedures to ensure all financial transactions are executed according to GAAP principles
• Work with independent auditors to provide support for audited financial statements
• Manage, analyze, and reconcile large volumes of data in Excel from various internal systems and the general ledger
• Assist in external financial reporting processes
• Support leadership in completing special projects, ad-hoc reporting and analysis requests, and other tasks as assigned
• Assist with the  implementation and testing of both new and existing finance systems, including UAT documentation

What You Have 

• BA/BS degree in Accounting (preferably with Big 4 background or Big 4/private mix)
• 4+ years experience in accounting
• Strong knowledge and application of U.S. GAAP, and internal controls
• Ability and willingness to work shift hours to support the U.S. team during critical close periods, often aligning with U.S. working hours.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and proficiency with MS Office tools including MS Excel, Word and Powerpoint
• Ability to manage and analyze large amounts of data
• Detail-oriented, process-driven, and strong analytical skills with a proactive approach to problem-solving
• Collaborative style with the ability to communicate clearly and precisely on technical and operational issues
• Ability to evaluate priorities and multi-task accordingly while keeping others apprised of status with respect to deadlines
• Excellent written and formal presentation skills
• Prior experience working in an international business environment
• Familiarity with NetSuite, Coupa, Blackline, and Tableau or equivalent systems is required

Perks and Benefits
At Yext, we take pride in our diverse workforce and prioritize creating an engaged and connected working environment. Our ambitious mission is to transform the enterprise with AI search, and we know that to achieve that, we need a global team of innovators, visionary thought leaders, and enthusiastic collaborators passionate about making a meaningful impact in the world and contributing to an extraordinary culture.

We believe that people do their best when they feel their best — and to feel their best, they must be well-informed, fuelled, and rested. To ensure our employees are at their best, we offer a wide range of benefits and perks, including:

• Performance-Based Compensation: We offer an attractive bonus structure and stock options for eligible positions.
• Comprehensive Leave Package: Our leave package includes Paid Time Off (PTO), Parental Leave, Sick Leave, Casual Leave, Bereavement Leave, National Holidays, and Floating Holidays to ensure a healthy work-life balance.
• Health & Wellness Offerings: We provide medical insurance with 7L coverage, including enhanced parental and outpatient department (OPD) coverage for you, your spouse, two dependent children, and two parents (as applicable and subject to eligibility requirements).
• Relocation Benefits: We offer relocation assistance and an allowance to eligible candidates to help ease your transition.
• World-Class Office & Building Amenities: Our office has a top-notch infrastructure, including gaming rooms, a plush pantry, and breakout areas.

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