Senior Accountant

Posted Yesterday
Hiring Remotely in United States
Remote
83K-112K Annually
Senior level
Information Technology • Software
The Role
The Senior Accountant supports monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes, consolidated financial reporting, audits, accounting documentation, and corporate accounting workstreams. Responsibilities include leases, accruals, debt, capitalized IT expenditures, multi-entity consolidation, foreign currency translation, intercompany eliminations, reconciliations, and close coordination. The role also administers Oracle, Blackline, and Lease Accelerator systems and partners with cross-functional teams to resolve issues and maintain accurate, audit-ready financial records.
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Job Description Summary:

Rocket Software is seeking a Senior Accountant to join the Corporate Accounting team. This role will play a key role in the monthly, quarterly, and annual close process, consolidated financial reporting, audit support, and administration of key accounting systems and controls.
The Senior Accountant will coordinate activities across Corporate Accounting and partner closely with teams including FP&A, Revenue, Tax, Treasury, Legal, Facilities, Benefits, Shared Services, and IT. The role is well suited for someone who enjoys both hands-on accounting and coordinating complex close and reporting processes across a global organization.
This is a US based remote position and candidates must be comfortable working Eastern Time Zone hours.

Key Responsibilities


  • Support accounting for key corporate workstreams, including leases, legal accruals, bonus and commission accruals, debt, and capitalized IT expenditures.
  • Assist with quarterly and annual financial statement preparation, including financial statement tables, footnotes, supporting schedules, and tie-outs.
  • Ensure financial statement support and underlying accounting documentation are complete, accurate, and audit-ready.
  • Support the consolidation of multiple legal entities and currencies, including foreign currency translation, intercompany eliminations, and reconciliation of consolidated financial results.
  • Coordinate monthly and quarterly close activities, including leading close calls, monitoring progress against deadlines, identifying bottlenecks, and following up on outstanding items.
  • Support administration of Oracle, Blackline, and Lease Accelerator and troubleshoot system issues

Required Qualifications


  • Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field.
  • CPA certification.
  • Strong accounting foundation and knowledge of U.S. GAAP.
  • Experience in corporate accounting, public accounting, or a combination of both.
  • Hands-on experience with month-end and quarter-end close, journal entries, reconciliations, roll forwards, and supporting schedules.
  • Strong Microsoft Excel, analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to investigate discrepancies, manage competing deadlines, and independently drive issues toward resolution.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills and the ability to partner across accounting and non-accounting teams.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience with Oracle ERP, Blackline, consolidated financial reporting, and supporting interim and annual financial statement audits
  • Experience with ASC 842, multi-entity or multinational accounting, and technical accounting research.
  • Experience working within a private-equity-backed or similarly fast-paced global organization
  • Interest in accounting systems, automation, AI, and continuous process improvement.

Annual salary range for this position is between $83,000.00 - $112,050.00 gross before taxes.

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What Rocket Software can offer you in USA:

  • Unlimited Vacation Time as well as paid holidays and sick time
  • Health and Wellness coverage options for Rocketeers and dependents
  • Life and disability coverage
  • Fidelity 401(k) and Roth Retirement Savings with matching contributions
  • Monthly student debt benefit program
  • Tuition Reimbursement and Certificate Reimbursement Program opportunities
  • Leadership and skills training opportunities


EOE M/F/Vet/Disability.  Rocket Software Inc. is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. Rocket Software Inc. is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status.


At Rocket Software, we believe AI is a critical enabler of innovation and productivity. All Rocketeers are expected to actively leverage AI-powered tools and technologies, where appropriate, to enhance efficiency, improve decision-making, and deliver greater impact in their roles. Embracing continuous learning and the responsible use of AI is an essential part of how we work.


Rocket is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities.  If you need special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment, please call: 781-577-4321 or send an email to [email protected].  We will make a determination on your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.


As part of our commitment to a safe and trustworthy workplace, we include background and reference checks in our hiring process.


It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.


If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us!

Skills Required

  • Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field
  • CPA certification
  • Strong accounting foundation and knowledge of U.S. GAAP
  • Experience in corporate accounting, public accounting, or a combination of both
  • Hands-on experience with month-end and quarter-end close, journal entries, reconciliations, roll forwards, and supporting schedules
  • Strong Microsoft Excel, analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
  • Ability to investigate discrepancies, manage competing deadlines, and independently drive issues toward resolution
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills and ability to partner across accounting and non-accounting teams
  • Experience with Oracle ERP, Blackline, consolidated financial reporting, and supporting interim and annual financial statement audits
  • Experience with ASC 842, multi-entity or multinational accounting, and technical accounting research
  • Experience working within a private-equity-backed or similarly fast-paced global organization
  • Interest in accounting systems, automation, AI, and continuous process improvement

Rocket Software Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Rocket Software and has not been reviewed or approved by Rocket Software.

  • Healthcare Strength — Healthcare coverage is positioned as comprehensive, including major plan options and HSA-compatible choices with employer contributions. Health insurance quality is framed as a meaningful component of overall total compensation.
  • Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time off is characterized as generous and usable, and remote-friendly flexibility further supports work–life balance. Paid time off is repeatedly treated as a standout element of the overall package.
  • Retirement Support — Retirement benefits include access to a 401(k) with an employer match and Roth 401(k) availability. Retirement offerings are described as typical for the industry and contribute positively to total rewards.

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The Company
HQ: Waltham, MA
2,825 Employees

What We Do

Rocket Software empowers organizations to create legendary impact in the world through innovation in legacy technologies. With deep expertise in IBM Z, IBM Power, and database and connectivity solutions, Rocket solutions power tens of thousands of global businesses, solving real problems and making real-world impact. With more than 70% of the world’s IT workload running on legacy platforms, Rocket helps companies and public-sector organizations innovate using the technology and data they already have, so they can always be ready for what comes next. Rocket customers include 44 of the Fortune 50, representing industries including Banking and Finance, Healthcare, Manufacturing, Transportation and Logistics, Retail and Insurance. A Bain Capital portfolio company, Rocket is headquartered in the Boston area with centers of excellence strategically located throughout North America, Europe, Asia, and Australia.

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