Accountant

Overview

The organization is seeking an Accountant to support accounting operations by maintaining accurate financial records, performing assigned close activities, and preparing financial reports. This role executes and monitors key accounting processes, partners with cross-functional stakeholders to resolve discrepancies, supports audits, and helps maintain compliance with GAAP, SOX requirements, internal controls, and company policies.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and reports, ensuring completeness and accuracy.
• Perform account reconciliations, including bank, accounts payable, and accounts receivable reconciliations, and resolve identified discrepancies.
• Prepare and post journal entries and maintain an accurate and current general ledger.
• Review, classify, and record expenses in accordance with company policies and applicable budget guidelines.
• Oversee key accounting processes, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, fixed assets, inventory, accruals, and prepaid expenses.
• Support internal and external audits by preparing documentation and providing timely, accurate responses to requests.
• Monitor accounting activities for compliance with GAAP, SOX requirements, internal controls, and established company procedures.
• Identify and recommend process improvements that strengthen controls and increase the efficiency and accuracy of accounting operations.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field, or equivalent practical accounting experience.
• 5+ years of full accounting experience.
• Proficiency with accounting software such as Xero or NetSuite and intermediate to advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Working knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and a strong understanding of Sarbanes Oxley compliance processes, internal controls, and financial reporting requirements.
• Strong organizational, time management, communication, and collaboration skills, with the ability to prioritize work, meet deadlines, and partner effectively across teams.
• High degree of accuracy and analytical ability, including the ability to identify, troubleshoot, and resolve accounting discrepancies and process inefficiencies.

Preferred Qualifications

• Progress toward CPA certification.
• Experience with a publicly traded company or public accounting firm.
• Experience in a startup or other fast-paced environment.
• Experience with robotics, manufacturing, or technology companies, including exposure to inventory management or cost accounting processes.
• Demonstrated ability to adapt and operate effectively in a dynamic, collaborative environment.

Compensation & Benefits

• Not specified.

Location

• Los Angeles, Miami, Dallas, Atlanta, or Chicago (based on the organization’s active delivery markets).