Senior Accountant Job Waltham area,Massachusetts USA,Accounting

Evolv is seeking a Senior Accountant to play a critical role in managing and enhancing our financial reporting processes, internal controls, and SOX compliance environment
This position is ideal for a seasoned accounting professional with public accounting and/or public company experience who can independently own key accounting areas while partnering cross-functionally to strengthen financial operations and reporting
At Evolv, we use AI-powered security technology to help organizations create safer spaces for people to live, work, learn, and play. As a Senior Accountant, you will leverage your technical expertise and process-oriented mindset to ensure the integrity of financial reporting, support SOX compliance efforts, and help drive continuous improvement across accounting processes
Success in the Role:
What are performance outcomes over the first 6-12 months you will work toward completing?
In the first 30 days, you will:
Develop a strong understanding of Evolv’s organizational structure, business model, and key financial drivers
Build relationships across Accounting, Finance, IT, Legal, and other cross-functional teams
Gain proficiency in Evolv’s business applications (Net Suite, Salesforce, Workiva, Blackline) and internal control environment, including SOX processes
Within 3 months, you will:
Independently own and execute key components of the month-end close, including complex journal entries and account reconciliations
Support the execution and documentation of SOX controls, ensuring timely completion and identification of control gaps or inefficiencies
Assist in maintaining and updating control documentation, including process narratives and support for audit readiness
Assist with technical accounting research and document positions related to transactions and evolving business initiatives
Support SEC reporting processes (10-Q, 10-K, 8-K, Proxy), helping to ensure accuracy and completeness
Partner with cross-functional teams to resolve accounting issues and improve financial processes
By the end of the first year, you will:
Demonstrate ownership and subject-matter expertise over assigned accounting areas and related SOX controls
Play a key role in strengthening the internal control environment, including identifying control design improvements and supporting remediation efforts
Act as a primary liaison for audit procedures in assigned areas, supporting external audit requests and walkthroughs
Drive improvements in the close process to increase efficiency and enhance reporting accuracy
Contribute to ERP and system-related initiatives, helping optimize accounting processes and internal controls
Mentor junior team members and contribute to a collaborative, high-performing team culture
Apply strong knowledge of US GAAP to manage complex accounting areas, ensuring accurate and compliant financial reporting
Own key accounting areas and support the design, execution, and enhancement of SOX controls, including documentation and testing support
Partner with internal and external auditors to support walkthroughs, testing, and timely resolution of audit inquiries
Work closely with Accounting, Finance, IT, and other departments to ensure accurate reporting and strengthen internal controls
Identify opportunities to improve processes, automate workflows, and enhance reporting
Ensure timely and accurate completion of account reconciliations, journal entries, and reporting deliverables
You will be joining the Accounting team and reporting directly to the Accounting Manager

Benefits

$150 Quarterly Perks Stipend:
All employees receive a quarterly stipend to help cover the cost of the perks that are most meaningful to them.
Unlimited PTO:
Evolv encourages employees to maintain a healthy work-life balance with our unlimited paid time off policy.
401k Match:
Secure your future with our generous 401k matching program.
Equity:
At Evolv, every employee is a shareholder and can share in our collective success.
Calm Subscription:
Access Calm’s premium wellness and meditation resources to support your mental health.
Flexible Working:
Enjoy the flexibility to work in a way that suits your lifestyle and commitments.
Tuition Reimbursement:
Pursue further education and professional development with our tuition reimbursement program.

Qualifications

CPA license or candidates who are actively pursuing certification are preferred
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field is preferred
Net Suite ERP experience is preferred
Experience preparing or reviewing revenue-related journal entries, accruals, or reconciliations
Hands-on experience applying US GAAP and ASC 606 revenue recognition rules
Experience with lease accounting under ASC 842
Experience working in a SOX-compliant environment through a public accounting firm or publicly traded company
Experience serving as a point of contact for external auditors on revenue-related testing

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