About Nerdio
At Nerdio, our mission is to simplify the lives of IT professionals and maximize their Microsoft cloud and end user computing investments.
We support organizations of all sizes looking to deploy, manage, and cost-optimize native Microsoft technologies. We partner with Enterprises and Managed Service Providers all over the world to add value on top of their existing native Microsoft investments like Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD), Windows 365, and Microsoft Intune.
Created in 2016, Nerdio has always taken a market-leading and collaborative approach to cloud deployment and management. In fact, our product roadmap is greatly influenced by the regular feedback we receive from having seen companies deploy AVD into production environments several thousand times using Nerdio technology.
Today, Nerdio is used in over 50 countries by more than 15,000 organizations of every size and vertical. We’re committed to delivering exceptional service and support, which starts with identifying and supporting the best staff possible.
We are a fast-moving, nimble company looking for individuals who are collaborative, empathetic, driven and who love to move at the speed of light. If you want to be part of the AVD transformation that Microsoft and Nerdio are leading, then we want to speak with you.
About the role
Nerdio is looking for a Senior Accountant to join our U.S.-based team. This role owns core accounting operations with a heavy emphasis on payroll, while also supporting accounts payable, month-end close, and system optimization. Approximately 30–40% of this role is dedicated to payroll, with the remainder focused on AP, reconciliations, and close activities.
You’ll work closely with HR and the Controller to ensure accurate, timely payroll processing (including reimbursements and credit cards), support accounting systems like NetSuite and FloQast, and help scale processes as the business grows. This role reports directly to the Controller.
What you'll do
- Own and execute payroll processing for U.S. employees, including coordination with HR, review of payroll outputs, and post-payroll reconciliations
- Support international payroll and EOR arrangements as the company scales globally (experience a plus)
- Manage accounts payable workflows, including invoice processing, vendor payments, and expense reimbursements (Ramp)
- Reconcile corporate credit cards, reimbursements, and payroll-related accounts
- Lead and execute the monthly close process, including journal entries, accruals, reconciliations, and financial reporting
- Support and help optimize accounting systems, including NetSuite and FloQast
- Participate in internal and external audit support, including documentation and schedules
- Build and maintain Excel-based financial models and reports, with a focus on accuracy and clarity
- Partner with leadership to identify and implement process improvements across accounting and payroll functions
Qualifications
- 2–4 years of public accounting experience
- Strong experience with payroll processing (U.S. required; international payroll / EORs a plus)
- Experience working with NetSuite (strong plus) and FloQast (a plus)
- Experience with Rippling or similar payroll platforms (strong plus)
- Solid understanding of GAAP
- Proficiency in Excel, including advanced formulas and pivot tables
- Hands-on experience with month-end close, accruals, AP and reconciliations
- SaaS industry experience preferred but not required
- CPA preferred (completed or actively pursuing)
Benefits and Incentives
- Competitive Base and Incentive Plan
- Stock Options
- Health and Welfare Plans*
- Life and Disability Plans*
- Retirement Plan*
- Unlimited Flexible Paid Time Off, including your birthday off!
- Collaborative Team Culture
* Benefits for international employees, outside the US, vary by country.
Nerdio is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Nerdio is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.
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Nerdio Chicago, Illinois, USA Office
Chicago, IL, United States, 60645
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