At PitchBook we work to provide global professionals with comprehensive data on the entire venture capital, private equity and M&A landscape so they can discover and execute opportunities with confidence. We credit our success and rapid growth to our cutting-edge products, customer centered attitude and ability to embrace and drive change.
In just over a decade, PitchBook has reached over 1,300 global employees with offices worldwide, and we're not slowing down! Consistently recognized as a Best Place to Work, our culture is at the heart of our success and is driven by excellence, inclusion and fun. At PitchBook we're committed to fostering an open and collaborative work environment.
About the Role:
PitchBook's Staff Accountant is responsible for a variety of tasks with a focus on month-end close procedures, ranging from journal entries and account reconciliations to state and local tax return filings. The Staff Accountant must display a strong track record of success, be highly organized, technical in nature, and a great communicator.
At PitchBook, employees are our customers, and customers are king! The Finance team as a whole handles everything "money" from accounting, quote to cash, accounts payable, employee expense processing, payroll, tax compliance, and budgeting for our fast-paced and growing company. The team supports the responsible growth of PitchBook by providing actionable insights on the company's financial health, all while working with a fun, energetic team!
Primary Job Responsibilities:

• Assist with the month-end close process, including journal entries and reconciliations of general ledger accounts
• Ensure financial records are maintained in accordance with US GAAP
• Assist with the filing of state and local tax returns
• Assist with intercompany transactions and reconciliations
• Manage the company credit card transactions and monthly credit card reconciliations
• Manage the supplier set up process
• Fixed asset tracking and accounting
• Support the Controller and Senior Accountant with ad hoc projects or reporting
• Assist with internal and external audit requests
• Help resolve accounting discrepancies and irregularities
• Perform monthly internal controls for SOX compliance as necessary
• Support the vision and values of the company through role modeling and encouraging desired behaviors
• Participate in company initiatives and various projects as requested

Skills and Qualifications:

• 1-3 year's previous experience in accounting (public accounting experience is a plus)
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience required
• CPA designation preferred
• Strong understanding of US Generally Accepted Accounting Principles
• Advanced skills in Excel is preferred, including proficiencies with vlookups and pivot tables
• Ability to work under tight deadlines and in an ever changing/dynamic environment
• Quick learner, ability to identify issues and resolve problems
• Attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
• Organizational skills and detail-orientated self-starter with the ability to work independently to meet deadlines
• Strong interpersonal and verbal communication skills and the ability to write clearly and concisely
• Experience with Oracle ERP is a plus
• Experience with Coupa and Concur is a plus
• Proficiency with the MS Office suite including in-depth knowledge of Outlook, Word, and Excel with the ability to pick up new systems and software easily

If you are ready to start the conversation about how you might contribute to all the happenings at PitchBook, submit your resume today! PitchBook appreciates and respects diversity, and as such, we are an equal opportunity employer.

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