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About the Role

Kitware is seeking a Senior Accountant to join its Finance team. This role is ideal for an experienced accounting professional who thrives in a dynamic, compliance-driven environment and is interested in contributing beyond traditional accounting functions. The Senior Accountant will play a key role in maintaining financial accuracy, ensuring regulatory compliance, and supporting continuous process improvement across the Finance function.

Responsibilities

Perform monthly account reconciliations and ensure timely and accurate financial reporting
Prepare and file state and local tax filings, including sales and use tax, gross receipts tax, and other indirect taxes across multiple jurisdictions
Conduct technical accounting and tax research to ensure compliance with evolving state regulations and government requirements
Draft, review, and update accounting policies and procedures to ensure alignment with GAAP and applicable government regulations
Develop a strong understanding of adjacent finance functions (e.g., Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Payroll, and Customer Cost Proposals)
Recommend process improvements and efficiencies
Provide backup support during peak periods, absences, or business needs
Collaborate with internal stakeholders to ensure consistent application of financial controls and policies
Translate regulatory and technical requirements into clear, actionable internal processes

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
Strong foundation in GAAP and general accounting principles
Experience with multi-state tax compliance (sales/use tax, gross receipts, etc.)
Demonstrated ability to independently research complex accounting or tax issues and implement solutions
Experience developing or improving policies and procedures in a regulated environment
High level of attention to detail, organization, and accountability
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team setting
Strong communication skills, with the ability to translate technical guidance into practical application
Only candidates who are U.S. persons (citizens, permanent residents, asylees, or refugees) will be considered for this position

Skills

GAAP
General accounting principles
Multi-state tax compliance
Accounting research
Tax research
Policy and procedure development
Process improvement
Financial controls
Communication skills

Location

Clifton Park, NY

Work Type

Full-time

Experience Level

Senior
3-7 years of public accounting experience

Education Level

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
CPA or CPA-track preferred

Salary/Compensations

$75,000 - $100,000

Benefits

Competitive compensation plan
Tuition reimbursement program
Flexible working hours
Six weeks paid time off
401(k)
Health insurance
Life insurance
Short- and long-term disability insurance
Bonus plan
Free coffee, drinks, and snacks

About the Company

Kitware is an advanced R&D software company supporting government and commercial clients across a wide range of technical domains.
Our team members enjoy a small company environment, flexibility in work assignments, and high levels of independence and responsibility.

Equal Opportunity

Kitware actively subscribes to a policy of equal employment opportunity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, protected veteran status, uniformed service member status, or any other characteristics protected by applicable law.
If you need assistance with applying or interviewing for a role due to a disability or special need, please reach out directly to our HR team at hr@kitware.com at any time during the hiring process.