Staff 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 Job

As the Staff Accountant you’ll be responsible for executing general accounting functions including but not limited to accounts receivable, fixed assets, prepaids, journal entries, and reconciliations. We are looking for a talented and eager individual that will thrive in a fast-paced, exciting, and challenging environment.

About the Team

The Accounting team seeks to support Sovrn growth by ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting and a strong and sustainable internal control environment. Our goal is to contribute to Sovrn at multiple levels by combining strong accounting and business senses, while subscribing to Sovrn mission and values.

What you’ll be doing:

• Process daily cash receipts, ensuring all payments are applied to customer invoices accurately. 
• Maintain Accounts Receivable aging and collections process, including communication with customers on past due balances
• Respond to customer inquiries and resolve outstanding issues in a timely manner, which may include working with various internal departments
• Monitor customer credit limits
• Record and distribute monthly invoices across multiple product lines.
• Track and record monthly fixed assets ledger
• Maintain prepaids schedule and additions, as applicable
• Perform month end reconciliations 
• Active role in monthly, quarterly, and annual close process
• Maintain compliance with company policies and procedures related to internal controls and best practices
• Work closely with and support operational departments as needed
• Assist with ad hoc projects, research, and the annual audit as necessary

About You

You are a driven and detail-oriented individual who brings operational excellence as well as a creative, mindful approach to your work.

The successful candidate will have:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
• Minimum 1+ years of experience required in a Staff Accountant or Accounts Receivable role
• Skilled in using major accounting software
• Must possess the ability to maintain confidentiality at all times as this position will be exposed to highly sensitive and confidential information
• Ability to work both independently and collaborate as part of a team
• Strong analytical and problem-solving ability
• Ability to excel and adapt in a fast paced, always changing, team-oriented environment
• Must pay high attention to detail and be able to process a high volume of information quickly and accurately
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and ability to interact with multiple departments
• Strong capability to manage multiple tasks in a deadline-driven environment.
• Must be held accountable for agreed upon deliverables and timelines 
• High proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Google Sheets

Bonus Points:

• Experience with NetSuite
• Experience in a technology-based growth company preferred
• Knowledge of the online publishing (media) industry

Position Reports to: Assistant Controller

Location: This position is designated as hybrid, in office Tuesday and Thursday's, and is based in our Boulder, Colorado office. Applicants should be able to commute to our Boulder location as required. #LI-Hybrid

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 impact, and the ability to thrive in a fluid and collaborative environment. We expect you to learn new things in this role, and we encourage you to apply if your experience is close to what we're looking for.

Sovrn Core Values: Candid, Customer Empathy, Learning, Scrappy, Second Order Thinking

Compensation and Benefits

In accordance with the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act, the approximate compensation range for this role in Boulder, Colorado is $65,000 to $80,000, including base salary and any related bonuses or commissions. Final compensation for this role will be determined by various factors such as a candidate's relevant work experience, skills and certifications.

Sovrn offers a full slate of benefits from competitive salaries, stock options, medical, dental and vision coverage, short and long term disability, life insurance, 11 paid holidays, flexible vacation, commuter benefits, a 401(k) plan and match, and a paid parental leave program.

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 and will be provided as requested by candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. 

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.