Offer summary

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance with a minimum GPA of 3.0., 2 years of experience in public accounting or corporate accounting., Thorough understanding of GAAP principles and internal controls., Excellent communication skills and proficiency in MS Office and Google applications..

Key responsabilities:

Maintain the accuracy and integrity of the general ledger and month-end close process.

Create and manage monthly reconciliations of Balance Sheet accounts and process journal entries.

Manage accounts payable, including vendor invoices and payments, and respond to inquiries.

Assist with year-end audits and various ad hoc projects as needed.

Job description

ActivTrak is looking for a Staff Accountant to join our accounting team. This role plays a critical part in ensuring financial records are accurate by supporting the month-end close process, and maintaining the integrity of day-to-day accounting operations. The ideal candidate should possess thorough knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and internal controls. The position requires an individual to be detailed and think analytically, showing the ability to identify and solve problems. This position is an opportunity for someone who wants to grow their accounting career as it has tremendous exposure to all aspects of the accounting cycle and business operations.

Key Responsibilities:

Maintain overall accuracy and integrity of the general ledger
Maintain month-end close process, schedules, and financial reports
Create and manage monthly reconciliations of all Balance Sheet accounts
Process journal entries and other accounting transactions
Manage A/P; process vendor invoices, ensure timely and accurate payments, maintain vendor records, and respond to inquiries
Review, code, and reconcile corporate credit card transactions; ensure proper documentation and compliance with company policies
Maintain and update the fixed asset subledger; record acquisitions, disposals, and depreciation entries
Monitor and reconcile monthly sales tax returns, ensure compliance with all local and state requirements
Assist with year-end audits and corporate tax requests
Assist with a variety of ad hoc projects

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance. A minimum GPA of 3.0 in relevant coursework (Accounting and/or Finance) is required. Candidates may be asked to provide transcripts for verification.
2 years in public accounting as an auditor or comparable corporate accounting experience
Thorough understanding of GAAP principles
Experience with SaaS based companies preferred
Excellent verbal and written communication skills; ActivTrak is a remote-first organization. Over communication is vital to the overall success of the team
Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, etc.) and Google
Experience with Netsuite or other SaaS ERP
Ability to manage personal time and multi-task when necessary
Ability to adapt in an environment where change is a constant
Prior experience with standard accounting softwares a plus (Avalara, Stripe, Airbase, Ramp, etc.)

Benefits

Work environment:

Position is remote within US
Minimal travel
Limited physical demands

This is an incredible opportunity to embark on an exciting journey with a dynamic, VC-backed company. If you have a proven track record of creative thinking, a drive for learning, and a deep commitment to collaboration, we want to talk to you!

ActivTrak is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. ActivTrak does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, age, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.

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