Who we are
At Fortis Games we aspire to make great games that bring people together while redefining how game companies work. We believe in building a sense of belonging through our games, their communities, and how we operate and treat each other. Through our game communities, we will create powerful connections and lasting memories. We will foster a culture of diversity, equity and belonging where together our diverse skills, experiences and backgrounds impact the games we make.
We are an early but mighty organization with a leadership team of game industry veterans. There are many opportunities for you to have a big impact on the products we'll be making as well as the overall direction of the company. If you're passionate about tackling difficult problems with direct and thoughtful communication and team first mentality, we may be the right place for you.
As a Senior Accountant at Fortis Games, you will be a key architect in supporting the financial operations of our rapidly scaling, global mobile gaming studio. This is a high-impact role where you will manage the 'full-picture' for our international entities, with a specialized focus on shaping our revenue recognition policies (ASC 606). You will collaborate across Game Teams and Finance to ensure accuracy in everything from overseeing multifaceted revenue cycles to managing essential regional operations, playing a vital part in building a world-class finance function.
What you’ll achieve- Ensure accurate revenue recognition in accordance with applicable accounting standards (e.g., ASC 606) and company policies.
- Support the month-end and year-end close processes related to revenue.
- Ensure accurate, timely payroll processing in dedicated locations, in coordination with external and internal partners.
- Manage invoicing and accounting activities for multiple international entities, ensuring compliance with local GAAP and statutory requirements.
- Maintain accurate financial records and support audit processes.
- Assist in the preparation of financial statements and reports.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve financial processes and systems.
- Demonstrated expertise in mobile gaming revenue recognition, specifically within Free-to-Play (F2P) environments and ASC 606 standards.
- Proven track record managing full-cycle accounting and international reporting under both IFRS and GAAP; CPA or Chartered Accountant designation strongly preferred.
- Advanced proficiency in financial modeling and data analysis using Google Sheets and Microsoft Excel.
- Hands-on experience navigating enterprise accounting and reporting ecosystems such as Workday, Adaptive Insights, SAP Ariba, and Looker.
- Highly self-motivated with the ability to apply critical thinking to build financial processes and policies from the ground up.
- Ability to thrive in ambiguous, fast-paced environments by identifying multiple paths to achieve financial outcomes.
- Experience driving complex projects involving multiple stakeholders, timelines, and global budgets; exposure to royalty accounting strongly preferred.
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills with a proven ability to translate technical financial data for non-finance teams.
Why join us
There are many reasons to join us, but here are a few:
- We strongly believe we are changing how games studios operate and at the core of what we do is making great games that create a connected community
- We're not just about making Games Where You Belong. We're also about building communities where our people belong. That's why Fortis is a thriving environment that celebrates diversity, embraces inclusivity, and fosters growth.
- Build and grow with a seasoned team of accomplished talent who have left an impactful mark in their disciplines, both in and out of gaming
Fortis is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable law, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
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