Staff Accountant

Overview

This role supports the organization’s financial operations, with a focus on accounts payable processing, operational accounting, month-end close activities, journal entry preparation, and account reconciliations. The ideal candidate brings strong accounting fundamentals, analytical ability, and the ability to collaborate effectively in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Process and manage accounts payable, ensuring invoices are coded correctly and approved in accordance with company policies.
• Manage the AP inbox, including setting up new suppliers, completing bank verification, and handling supplier inquiries.
• Review and process employee travel and expense (T&E) reimbursements in accordance with the company’s travel and expense guidelines.
• Assist with recording operational accounting entries to ensure transactions are accurately reflected in the general ledger.
• Participate in the month-end close process, including preparing and recording month-end journal entries for areas of responsibility (cash, accrued AP, fixed asset, etc.).
• Perform balance sheet account reconciliations.
• Support audit preparation by providing necessary documentation and assistance to external/internal auditors and other professional service providers.
• Ensure timely payment of vendor invoices and maintain accurate financial records and control reports.
• Serve as a liaison between vendors and company representatives to resolve discrepancies in a timely manner.
• Support the annual Form 1099 process.
• Support other regulatory filings, including but not limited to property tax submissions and business registration documentation.
• Ensure compliance with accounting requirements and SOX rules for areas of responsibility.
• Complete other ad hoc projects as needed.

Requirements

• BS in Accounting/Business with three years of related accounting experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Strong understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Proficiency in Excel and ability to quickly learn accounting software.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and detail/organization skills.
• Ability to prioritize workload to meet deadlines, handle multiple tasks, and work independently.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.
• Ability to maintain the highest level of confidentiality.
• Detail-oriented with strong technical, analytical, organizational, and time-management skills.

Compensation & Benefits

• Anticipated salary range:
  • National: $94,000 to $110,000
  • Premium Market (SFBA/NYC/Boston Area): $100,000 to $122,000
• The actual salary offered will depend on experience, qualifications, geographic location, internal equity, and business needs.

Additional compensation and benefits include:

• Eligibility to participate in the annual bonus program.
• Eligibility for equity incentive awards, subject to the terms of the applicable plans.
• Not commission-based.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision coverage; life and disability insurance; flexible spending accounts; a 401(k) plan; paid time off; paid company holidays; and other benefits.

Working Conditions

• Physical demands: required to stand, walk, sit, talk, and hear. Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Work environment: noise level is usually moderate.
• Some travel may be required.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The employer is an equal opportunity employer and provides consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by law.