Senior Accountant

SXSW

Austin, Texas

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JOB DETAILS

SKILLS

Accounting, Accounting Close, Accounting Software, Accounts Receivable, Accounts Receivable Processing, Billing, Cash Applications, Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Communication Skills, Contract Review, Credit and Collections, Customer Relations, Customer Support/Service, Develop and Maintain Customers, Documentation, External Audit, Finance, Financial Reporting, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Internal Audit, Journal Entries, Manual Dexterity, Multitasking, Office Equipment, Physical Demands, Printers, Reconciliation, Regulations, Sales, Sales Tax, Tax Regulations, Time Management, Use Tax, Variance Analysis

LOCATION

Austin, Texas

POSTED

3 days ago

SXSW Senior Accountant

Job Purpose
SXSW is seeking a Senior Accountant who plays a key role in ensuring timely and accurate support for month-end close, sales tax compliance, audit support, and financial reporting while also playing a hands-on role in accounts receivable operations throughout the year - especially during peak event cycles.

Duties & Responsibilities
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Month-End Close & GAAP Accounting

Lead and support the monthly and year-end close processes
Prepare and review journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial schedules
Ensure accuracy and completeness of financial data in accordance with GAAP
Support internal reporting and variance analysis

Sales Tax Compliance

Review sales and expense invoices for sales and use tax in accordance with Texas Comptroller rules and regulations
Stay current on tax policies and partner with external advisors as needed
Lead internal audits regularly

Audit & Compliance

Support external audits and internal reviews
Prepare audit schedules and provide supporting documentation
Assist in maintaining and improving internal controls

Accounts Receivable, Sales Invoicing & Collections

Review AR contracts, process customer invoicing, billing, and apply payments
Monitor AR aging reports and follow up on outstanding balances weekly
Apply and reconcile customer payments (ACH, wire, checks) daily
Research and resolve billing discrepancies in collaboration with internal teams and customers
Maintain and set up accurate customer account records in customer portals
Ensure timely collections, especially leading up to event deadlines
Must have a friendly collections demeanor to maintain key customer relationships

Qualifications & Skills

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred
Familiarity with standard accounts receivable practices and generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP)
Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and maintain confidentiality when working with financial information
Strong experience in:
Month-end close
Sales tax compliance
Audit support
Experience with billing, collections, and cash application
Proficiency in Excel and accounting systems; strong communication and customer service skills
Strong communication and customer service skills
Profession Certification: CPA or similar certification is a plus

Physical Requirements
The physical demands described here are representative of those that an employee must meet to perform the essential functions of this job successfully:

Prolonged periods of sitting or standing at a desk and working on a computer.
Ability to lift up to 10 pounds occasionally, as needed.
Manual dexterity to operate standard office equipment such as computers, phones, printers, etc.
May require occasional bending, reaching, kneeling, or climbing stairs
Required to work on-site during the 15 days of SXSW and SXSW EDU.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Work Location & Schedule
The position is full-time and located in our Austin, Texas office. Core business office hours are from 10 am—6 pm Monday through Friday. You must be available to work additional hours from January through March, including evenings and weekends. You must also be available for the March event, which will have extended on-site working hours.

Senior Accountant

SXSW

Austin, Texas

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