Junior Accountant

Overview

A remote-first organization is seeking a detail-oriented Accounts Payable (AP) Accountant to join their team. This role involves managing vendor invoices and payments, reviewing employee expenses, maintaining accurate accounts payable records, and supporting the month-end close process. The ideal candidate is organized, analytical, and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Process vendor invoices accurately and promptly using Zip and NetSuite.
• Process credit card transactions.
• Review invoices for proper approvals, coding, supporting documentation, and compliance with company policies.
• Manage employee expense reports in Expensify, ensuring receipts, approvals, and expense coding are complete and accurate.
• Assist with AP accruals and other month-end reconciliations.
• Prepare and process vendor payments, including ACH and wire transfers.
• Maintain accurate vendor records, including payment terms, tax information, and banking details.
• Research and resolve invoice, payment, and expense-report issues.
• Assist with month-end close activities, including AP reconciliations, accruals, and reporting.
• Prepare and file Forms 1099.
• Identify opportunities to improve AP processes, controls, and efficiency.
• Prepare ad hoc reports and support analytical projects.
• Maintain confidentiality of financial, employee, and vendor information.
• Use AI and automation tools to improve accounts payable processes, reporting, and operational efficiency.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting.
• Minimum of one year of accounting or accounts payable experience.
• Strong organizational, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated critical thinking capability.
• Strong analytical skills, accuracy, and attention to detail.
• Self-motivated, deadline-driven, results-oriented, and a problem solver with a can-do attitude.
• Strong teamwork skills and a strong desire to drive change.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with NetSuite and Expensify.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary range: $47,000 - $80,000.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance with 100% coverage for employees.
• Company contribution to Flexible Spending Account (FSA).
• Flexible Time Off policy.
• Life insurance, short-term and long-term disability insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Wellness programs.
• Annual professional development budget.
• Financial planning and legal advice.

Location

This is a remote position with a globally distributed workforce.

Additional Information

• Applications are accepted on a rolling basis.
• The interview process begins remotely, typically via Zoom. Accommodations can be made for candidates unable to access Zoom.
• Some roles may require an in-person meeting during the final interview stage.
• The organization is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or other protected categories under applicable law.
• Candidates with disabilities or disabled veterans may request reasonable accommodations during the application process.