Sr. Accountant

Hiring Manager: Marivic Macabenta Talent Acquisition Advisor: Nancy Jbeily Job Code Level: FAP3 Refer Your Friends! AI-First. Future-Driven. Human-Centered. At OpenText, AI is at the heart of everything we do—powering innovation, transforming work, and empowering digital knowledge workers. We are hiring talent AI can't replace to help us shape the future of information management. Join us. Your Impact: As a member of OpenText’s Finance team, the Senior Accountant contributes to the accuracy and timeliness of financial reporting through hands‑on execution of core accounting activities. This role is responsible for independently preparing journal entries, account reconciliations, and detailed analyses, and for supporting month‑end close, audit activities, and internal control requirements. The Senior Accountant applies sound judgment, resolves complex reconciling items, and contributes to the ongoing improvement of processes, documentation, and reporting practices. What the role offers: Prepare payroll journal entries and accruals in accordance with US GAAP and company policies, and execute month‑end close activities including detailed, well‑documented balance sheet reconciliations with timely resolution of aged items Perform month‑over‑month and quarter‑over‑quarter variance analysis for assigned balance sheet and P&L accounts, providing clear commentary for management reporting Investigate discrepancies, identify root causes, propose solutions, and partner with cross‑functional teams to obtain information, resolve issues, and support accurate financial reporting Support SOX controls and internal control requirements through documentation and evidence preparation, and assist with internal and external audit requests and inquiries Identify opportunities to improve processes, documentation, and efficiency; mentor new team members; and participate in special projects including system enhancements, process improvements, and integration activities What you need to succeed: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field, with CPA preferred or in progress, and 5–8 years of progressive accounting experience with strong US GAAP knowledge Hands‑on experience preparing journal entries, reconciliations, and variance analyses, supported by strong analytical skills, problem‑solving ability, and high attention to detail Proven ability to manage competing priorities and deliver results in a fast‑paced environment, working independently with minimal supervision while contributing effectively as a team member Strong interpersonal, collaboration, written, and verbal communication skills, demonstrating sound judgment and a proactive, solution‑oriented mindset Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (especially Excel) and required SAP experience One Last Thing: OpenText is more than a corporation—it’s a global community built on trust, character, and purpose. Here, we act ethically, care deeply about people, and always put our clients first. We help teams succeed through collaboration, tackle challenges with resilience, and innovate with intention. Join us on our mission to drive positive change through privacy, technology, and teamwork. At OpenText, we don’t just have a culture—we live our values. Choose us because you want to be part of a company that empowers you to make a meaningful impact. OpenText's commitment to diversity and inclusion surpasses legal requirements, evident in our Equal Employment Opportunity Statement of Policy which promotes a respectful and empowering environment for employees of all backgrounds, culture, national origin, race, color, gender, gender identification, sexual orientation, family status, age, veteran status, disability, religion, or other basis protected by applicable laws. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please submit a ticket at Ask HR. Our proactive approach fosters collaboration, innovation, and personal growth, enriching OpenText's vibrant workplace. Compensation: At OpenText, we offer a thoughtfully designed benefits package that supports your physical, emotional, and financial wellbeing. As you move through the hiring process, we’re happy to provide more details about our compensation programs, including variable and commission compensation opportunities for eligible roles, vacation entitlement, and paid time off. Salary Range :$67,920- $101,880; Depending on the candidate’s education, experience, skills, geographical location, and alignment with internal equity and external market, actual salary may vary and be higher or lower than the range posted. 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The Senior Accountant is responsible for executing core accounting activities, including preparing journal entries, account reconciliations, and variance analyses. They also support month-end close processes, internal control requirements, and audit activities to ensure accurate financial reporting.

Candidates must hold a Bachelor's degree in Accounting and possess 5–8 years of progressive accounting experience with strong US GAAP knowledge. Proficiency in SAP and Microsoft Excel is required, along with strong analytical and communication skills.

• Physical wellbeing support • Emotional wellbeing support • Financial wellbeing support • Vacation entitlement • Paid time off

• Problem solvingPreferred
• Microsoft ExcelPreferred
• Microsoft OfficePreferred

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Financial reporting
• Journal entries
• Account reconciliations
• US GAAP
• Variance analysis
• SOX controls
• Internal audit
• External audit
• SAP
• Microsoft Office
• Excel
• Analytical skills
• Problem-solving
• Communication skills
• Process improvement

• Finance & Accounting
• Technology
• Software

Minimum education

Bachelor’s degree

Minimum experience

5+ years

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week