Senior Accountant - Data Analytics

About Agero:

Wherever drivers go, we’re leading the way. Agero’s mission is to rethink the vehicle ownership experience through a powerful combination of passionate people and data-driven technology, strengthening our clients’ relationships with their customers. As the #1 B2B, white-label provider of digital driver assistance services, we’re pushing the industry in a new direction, taking manual processes, and redefining them as digital, transparent, and connected. This includes: an industry-leading dispatch management platform powered by Swoop; comprehensive accident management services; knowledgeable consumer affairs and connected vehicle capabilities; and a growing marketplace of services, discounts and support enabled by a robust partner ecosystem. The company has over 150 million vehicle coverage points in partnership with leading automobile manufacturers, insurance carriers and many others. Managing one of the largest national networks of service providers, Agero responds to approximately 12 million service events annually. Agero, a member company of The Cross Country Group, is headquartered in Medford, Mass., with operations throughout North America. To learn more, visit https://www.agero.com/.

Role Description and Mission:

We’re seeking a Senior Accountant - Data Analytics who not only excels at day-to-day accounting but also brings a keen analytical mind to ensure accuracy, resolve discrepancies, and lead process improvement initiatives. This is your chance to play a pivotal role in shaping the future of accounting operations while contributing directly to the company’s financial success.

In this dynamic role, you'll be responsible for managing daily and monthly accounting transactions, monitoring financial outputs for consistency and accuracy, and preparing financial reports and dashboards that help inform key business decisions. You’ll combine your expertise in GAAP compliance and financial reporting with a strong focus on problem-solving and continuous improvement. You'll take the lead in managing projects from start to finish, work closely with leadership, and be at the forefront of operational change to drive efficiency and collaboration across teams.

Key Outcomes:

• Perform daily and monthly accounting transactions, ensuring accuracy and completeness of all financial data
• Continuously monitor accounting outputs, flagging inconsistencies, and recommending corrective actions to maintain high-quality financial reporting
• Support the month-end close process and year-end audit by providing clear, concise, and accurate data from large datasets
• Conduct trend and flux analyses to explain financial variances and ensure discrepancies are resolved promptly
• Ensure full adherence to GAAP compliance and maintain consistency across accounting functions
• Lead operational efficiency initiatives, including the identification of areas for process improvement within accounting and reporting functions
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define problem statements, analyze data, and implement solutions to improve accounting operations
• Manage mini-projects related to accounting issues, applying project management methodologies and ensuring timely resolution
• Develop and maintain visual dashboards for easy replication of reporting for daily use
• Provide actionable insights and data-driven recommendations to accounting leadership to achieve department objectives

Skills, Education and Experience:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. CPA designation required, or in the process of obtaining
• Experience: 4-7 years of accounting experience, with a strong background in financial analysis, large data sets, and managing accounting discrepancies. Proven experience in project management and driving cross-functional collaboration
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in accounting software, Microsoft Excel, ERP systems, and data visualization tools for creating insightful dashboards and reports
• Analytical Expertise: Ability to analyze large, complex data sets and identify discrepancies, trends, and financial variances
• Project Management: Experience managing multiple projects simultaneously, creating detailed project plans, and ensuring efficient cross-team collaboration
• Process Improvement: A strong focus on continuous improvement, operational efficiencies, and the ability to optimize accounting and financial reporting processes
• Communication Skills: Excellent written and verbal comm