Staff Accountant I

Appian provides a leading low-code software development platform that enables organizations to rapidly develop powerful and unique applications. The applications created on Appian’s platform help companies drive digital transformation and competitive differentiation.

* Accurately and promptly prepare monthly customer invoices related to Time & Materials consulting projects, working with project managers to ensure accurate billing of hours worked. * Generate and send other customer invoices on a weekly basis. Enter invoices in external customer billing systems as needed. * Complete / prepare vendor setup forms as requested by customers. * Contact customers and inquire about the status of past due invoices to improve timeliness of customer payments. * Perform month – end closing procedures related to order entry, billing and cash forecasting. * Assist manager with special projects. * Support of annual audit.

* Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance preferred * 0-2 years of general accounting or corporate finance experience required * Regular and frequent interaction with customers and Appian sales personnel will require strong communication skills. * Strong Microsoft Excel skills required * ERP financial system (preferably PeopleSoft) experience preferred but not required * Strong organization and analytical skills * Ability to work in an area requiring special attention to detail and adherence to regular monthly deadlines * Ability to grow and take on more responsibilities as required