Senior Staff Accountant

Description

ABOUT US:

Fusion
92 is building the future of marketing through an unparalleled, data-driven approach to solving our clients' toughest problems. We call ourselves a Marketing Transformation Partner for clients, as through a culture of curiosity, fearlessness, teamwork and leadership, we turn our expertise toward creating new paths forward where our services and technology together unlock unprecedented growth.

We're an independent, national enterprise based in Chicago with hubs in Detroit, Austin and Denver. Fusion
92 is committed to a diverse, equitable, inclusive workplace that drives a positive impact in our global community.

We are experts across every field and discipline in marketing.

Fusion
92 is for those who are obsessed with curiosity and innovation. We unite data scientists, media buyers, copywriters, technologists, developers, consultants, coders, UX/UI specialists, designers, strategists, producers, operations pros and more to deliver real results and to give answers to the unanswerable.

We launch products, we have patented innovations, we create award-winning ideas - we transform businesses. We are dreamers and doers, and we are ready for you to join us.

Our difference is our people. That's where you come in.

If you're curious and looking for a integrated team where you can fearlessly collaborate and deliver best-in-class work, join us!

The role

We are seeking an experienced, hands-on Senior Staff Accountant to own core accounting operations with a strong emphasis on balance sheet integrity, cash management, and month-end close. This role requires a professional who can independently reconcile complex accounts, manage cash activity, and ensure accurate, timely month-end close and data integrity.

The ideal candidate is highly analytical, detail-oriented, and comfortable operating in a fast-paced agency environment with project-based billing, vendor complexity, and tight close timelines.

Bringing our core values - Curiosity, Fearlessness, Teamwork and Leadership - to life will be critical to the success of this individual.

Location:

Candidates must be located in Illinois, Texas, Colorado, or Michigan. For individuals based in our Michigan and Illinois locations, this will be a hybrid role, requiring both in-office and remote work. For candidates in Texas and Colorado, this position will be fully remote.

What you'll do

Balance Sheet & Close Ownership

• Own full balance sheet reconciliations monthly, including cash, AR, AP, accruals, prepaid expenses, fixed assets, and lease accounting
• Investigate and resolve reconciling items with clear documentation and audit trail
• Prepare and post month-end journal entries and supporting schedules
• Support month-end and year-end close processes with minimal oversight

Cash Management

• Manage daily cash activity, including bank account monitoring and reconciliations
• Prepare and maintain short-term cash forecasts
• Partner with leadership on payment timing and liquidity visibility
• Ensure accurate recording of wires, ACH activity, credit cards, and expense reimbursement activities

Agency & Advantage-Specific Accounting

• Work within Advantage to ensure accurate vendor postings and expense allocations
• Reconcile job-related costs and support alignment between Advantage and the general ledger
• Partner with operations and project teams to resolve discrepancies impacting financial reporting

Compliance, Audit & Process Improvement

• Support audits, reviews, and compliance requests with well-organized documentation
• Assist with 1099 preparation and year-end reporting
• Identify and implement process improvements to strengthen controls and efficiency
• Support ad hoc analyses and special projects as needed

Requirements

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ATTRIBUTES REQUIRED:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required
• 6-10+ years of progressive accounting experience (agency or professional services strongly preferred)
• Demonstrated ownership of full balance sheet reconciliations
• Strong cash management and bank reconciliation experience
• Solid understanding of U.S. GAAP and close processes
• Experience with Advantage highly preferred
• ERP experience (Net Suite or similar preferred)
• Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, lookups, reconciliation models)
• Strong judgment, accountability, and ability to work independently
• This is a true senior accounting position with ownership, judgment, and visibility
• Ideal for someone who takes pride in clean balance sheets, tight cash controls, and disciplined close execution

The hiring range for this discipline within our industry is $90,000 to $110,000. Where an employee is paid within this range will depend on multiple factors including, but not limited to location, years of experience, education, internal pay structure, and other contributing factors.

Disclaimer: All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, nationality, or sex.