Staff Accountant III
ZipRecruiter is looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant III that possesses solid communication, organizational and analytical skills. This position will be an integral part of the general ledger close and will report to the Manager, Accounting. The ideal candidate will be a self-starter with a solid understanding of U.S. GAAP, strong financial analysis skills and an ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment that seeks to improve existing processes as we scale our business while collaborating with Marketing, Legal, Product, FP&A, and Technology to serve as a trusted liaison in cross functional capacities.
The role involves :
- Playing an integral role in the general ledger month-end closing process, including preparing journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting account analysis with an emphasis on meeting deadlines.
- Preparing journal entries and assisting in month-end close processes across various accounting areas.
- Performing monthly general ledger reconciliation schedules by reviewing account activity and supporting month-end balances.
- Preparing monthly bank reconciliations for multiple accounts, including foreign currency denominated accounts.
- Managing accounting processes such as vendor payments, employee reimbursements, and corporate card expenses.
- Assisting in documentation, evaluation, and monitoring of internal controls.
- Supporting internal and external audit requests.
- Identifying opportunities to streamline accounting processes using automation and artificial intelligence.
- Staying current on changes to U.S. GAAP and maintaining an in-depth understanding of current standards.
- Contributing to ad hoc projects, reporting, and financial analysis as needed.
This is a remote position; however, candidates must be based in the Pacific Time Zone, or Mountain Time Zone (PST / MST).
Minimum qualifications include :
Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related field.Minimum 2+ years of relevant accounting experience.Solid understanding of U.S. GAAP and financial reporting.Ability to collaborate cross-functionally, adapt, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.Strong written and verbal communication skills.Preferred qualifications include :
CPA certification.Big 4 public accounting experience.Familiarity with process improvement, automation tools, and accounting best practices.Ability to problem-solve independently and incorporate feedback effectively.Experience with accounting platforms such as NetSuite and / or Ramp.As part of our team you'll enjoy :
Competitive salary.Exceptional benefits package.Flexible Vacation & Paid Time Off.Employer-matched 401(k) plan.The US base pay for this full-time position is $67,500-$85,000. Depending on the position offered, equity, bonuses, commission, or other forms of compensation may also be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and other benefits.
ZipRecruiter is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or genetics.