Accounting Specialist

MetaSense Inc; United States; Remote; USD 60,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Accounting Specialist to join their team in a fully remote capacity. This role involves applying accounting principles to analyze financial information and prepare essential financial reports. You will maintain daily financial transactions, develop accounting systems, and ensure compliance with regulations. The position offers flexibility with remote work and a hybrid option for local candidates, along with a 6-month contract that may extend. If you are passionate about accounting and ready to contribute to a dynamic team, this opportunity is for you.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in accounting and reporting.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and tax report preparation.

Responsibilities

• Maintain daily financial transactions ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Prepare balance sheets and profit & loss statements.
• Assist in setting up processes for revenue and expense tracking.

Skills

Accounting Principles

Financial Reporting

GAAP Knowledge

NetSuite

Excel

Journal Entries

General Ledger

Accounts Receivables

Accounts Payable

Fixed Assets Management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting

Tools

NetSuite

Excel

Job description

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Can work fully remote from anywhere in the U.S., but aligning to PT or CT time zones is preferred. If you are local to San Diego, you have the option of a flexible hybrid schedule, but it is not required. There is no mandatory onsite schedule, but the office is available, and some team members are there from Monday to Wednesday.

Key Considerations

• Fully remote is allowed, but you need to work in PT or CT hours.
• If you're in San Diego, you can go in, but it's not required.
• You must be available for the first 4 business days of every month, no exceptions.
• There may be overtime during these first 4 days.
• 6-month contract with possible extension.

Job Description

The primary role of the Accounting & Reporting function is to apply principles of accounting to analyze financial information and prepare financial reports. Key deliverables include compiling and analyzing financial information, preparing balance sheets, profit & loss statements, and other reports. Assist in the preparation and accurate completion of periodic internal & external financial regulatory & statutory reports. Some roles may oversee treasury activities related to cash, funding, and foreign currency risk management.

Responsibilities

• Maintain daily financial transaction processes, ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and compliance with policies and regulations.
• Develop, implement, and maintain accounting systems such as Journal entries, General Ledger, Accounts Receivables, Accounts Payable, Fixed Assets, Revenue Reconciliation, etc.
• Interpret financial reporting requirements, rules, and regulations.
• Balance books and prepare financial statements.
• Provide records of assets, liabilities, and other financial transactions.
• Prepare federal, state, and local reports and tax returns.
• Assist in setting up processes to capture, track, and report revenue and expenses.
• Interpret reports for managers and stakeholders.
• Review, track, and maintain billing information, ensuring accuracy and compliance with US GAAP and other regulations.
• Perform work in specialized accounting areas, requiring knowledge of fundamental themes, principles, and concepts.
• Lead projects, provide advice, and build relationships.
• Occasionally lead project teams and train junior staff.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in accounting.
• Minimum of 5 years of related experience in accounting and reporting.
• Experience with Journal entries, General Ledger, Accounts Receivables, Accounts Payable, Fixed Assets, Revenue Reconciliation, etc.
• Experience in preparing federal, state, and local tax reports.
• Knowledge of GAAP and other accounting regulations.
• Strong experience with NetSuite and Excel.