Sage Accountant
Job Description
About the Role
We are seeking a detail-oriented Sage Accountant to manage financial operations using General Ledger, Accounts Payable/Receivable, Bank Management. This role requires both technical platform expertise and solid accounting fundamentals — you'll handle day-to-day bookkeeping, monthly close, and financial reporting with precision. The ideal candidate has experience with Sage Intacct and Sage 50, understands US GAAP or IFRS standards, and can work independently while meeting strict deadlines. You'll be trusted with maintaining accurate financial records, preparing reports for management, and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
Key Responsibilities
- Own General Ledger implementation and optimization — configuration, customization, and ongoing enhancement based on business needs
- Manage Accounts Payable/Receivable workflows including setup, user training, and continuous improvement of processes
- Implement and maintain Bank Management ensuring seamless integration with existing systems and workflows
- Perform day-to-day bookkeeping in Sage — transaction recording, categorization, and bank reconciliation
- Prepare monthly close — journal entries, accruals, deferrals, and reconciliation of all accounts
- Generate financial reports — P&L, balance sheet, cash flow, and custom management reports
- Manage accounts payable and receivable workflows with timely processing and follow-up
- Prepare tax workpapers and support quarterly and annual tax filing processes
- Maintain Sage configuration — chart of accounts, automated rules, and user permissions
- Identify discrepancies and resolve them through investigation and correcting entries
Must-Have Qualifications
- Hands-on experience with General Ledger — configuration, customization, and troubleshooting in production environments
- Proficiency with Sage Intacct as part of the Sage development/operations workflow
- 2+ years of experience using Sage in a professional accounting environment
- Understanding of US GAAP or IFRS accounting standards
- Proficiency with monthly close processes, bank reconciliation, and financial reporting
- Strong attention to detail and ability to work with large volumes of financial data
- Excellent organizational skills with ability to meet strict deadlines consistently
Nice-to-Have Skills
- Sage Intacct Certified Implementation Specialist certification or equivalent validated credential
- Sage Certified Consultant certification or equivalent validated credential
- Experience with advanced Sage features: Accounts Payable/Receivable, Bank Management, Fixed Assets
- Familiarity with the broader Sage ecosystem including Sage 50 and Sage 200
- CPA, CMA, or equivalent accounting certification
- Experience with multi-currency, multi-entity accounting and consolidation
Interview Tips
Live Sage Exercise
Give them access to a test Sage account and ask them to perform a bank reconciliation or record a set of transactions. Watch their process and accuracy.
Financial Scenario
Present a scenario with common accounting complications (multi-currency, prepaid expenses, unearned revenue) and ask how they'd handle them in Sage.
Error Detection
Present a trial balance with intentional errors and ask them to find and explain the discrepancies. Tests attention to detail and accounting knowledge.
Process Walkthrough
Ask them to describe their complete monthly close process step by step. Look for thoroughness, organization, and awareness of common pitfalls.
Typical Team Structure
Team Size
1-3 Sage professionals
Reports To
Controller, CFO, or Finance Manager
Collaborates With
Operations, HR/Payroll, Tax Advisors, External Auditors
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