Senior Accountant

Graylog: Empowering Threat Detection, Investigation, & Response Solutions with Cutting-Edge Technology Graylog specializes in delivering top-notch Threat Detection, Investigation, & Response (TDIR) solutions, backed by our latest addition, the Graylog API security platform. As a renowned centralized log management (CLM) and Security Information Event Management (SIEM) provider, we offer unparalleled fast and efficient log analysis capabilities in critical areas such as security, compliance, operations, and DevOps. Our enterprise solution enables organizations globally to capture, store, and analyze terabytes of machine data in near-real time while our open-source product has been deployed in more than 50,000 installations worldwide, empowering individuals and small teams to perform basic log consolidation, analysis, and search functions at no cost. We're a remote-friendly company with locations in Hamburg, Munich, London, Boulder, and headquarters in Houston, TX. If you live near an office and want to be part of said office great.  Nearish to an office and want to have the ability to hot desk? No problem, and if you're not near an office and wish to work remotely, all good! Recent achievements for Graylog have been inclusion in the 2021 Deloitte Technology Fast 500™, we took home two of the most prestigious cybersecurity awards in SIEM and DevSecOps from Cyber Defence Magazine at RSA in 2023, and 2024 has seen us take home gold and become the Globee Winner for Security Information & Event Management and the 2024 Globee Winner for Threat Hunting, Detection, Intelligence, and Response.
Graylog has recently been named a “Leader” and “Fast Mover” in GigaOM’s 2024 Radar Report for SIEM.  
Who we’re looking for;  Graylog is growing and as part of our growth, we’re currently recruiting for a Senior Accountant to ideally be based in or around our Houston, Texas worldwide headquarters. This is not a one-dimensional Senior Accountant role. As such, the Senior Accountant will be responsible for a variety of tasks related to the financial operations of Graylog. As the Senior Accountant here at Graylog, you will be responsible for a wide range of duties such as preparing and reviewing monthly financial statements and reports, reconciling balance sheet accounts and bank statements, ensuring compliance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP), keeping abreast of tax laws and internal policies and procedures, as well as coordinating with external auditors, tax consultants, and regulatory agencies. To be successful in this role the Senior Accountant will have a thorough understanding of accounting principles, practices, and financial software as well as good analytical, problem solving, and communication skills. This opportunity is ideal for a Senior Accountant who has the ability and understands the importance of having a keen eye for detail and accuracy, knows how to work independently as well as collaboratively, capacity and experience in manging multiple projects and deadlines, all whilst possessing the ability to communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders and leadership.
You will report to our Controller who is based in Houston, Texas.

Additional responsibilities will include but are not limited to;

• Verify, post, and reconcile accounts payable and receivable
• Produce error-free accounting reports and present their results
• Explain month over month financial statement fluctuations
• Review and recommend modifications to accounting systems and procedures
• Manage Staff Accountant
• Prepare financial statements
• Assist with state sales tax reporting and external audits to ensure compliance
• Take lead on month-end and year end close process
• Develop and document business processes and accounting policies to maintain and strengthen internal controls
• Ensure compliance with GAAP principals
• Run payroll and ensure compliance with state payroll tax requirements
• Manage customer invoicing and collections

A little bit about you;

• Previous experience as a lead, senior accountant, or staff accountant with team lead experience
• Thorough knowledge of basic accounting procedures & accrual accounting
• Familiarity with financial accounting statements
• Prior experience with general ledger functions and month-end/year-end close process
• Hands-on experience with QuickBooks Online, Gusto, Bill.com, and or Expensify is a bonus
• Advanced MS Excel skills including Vlookups and pivot tables
• Aptitude for numbers and quantitative skills
• Although Graylog does not solely focus on educationa