Associate Accountant

ZAG Zyklotron AG; United States; Remote; USD 51,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm is seeking a detail-oriented accounting professional to join their remote team. This role involves preparing and reviewing sales orders, managing vendor invoices, and ensuring accurate month-end close processes. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment, demonstrating strong communication and analytical skills. With a focus on continuous improvement, you'll collaborate across departments to enhance accounting processes. If you're a proactive self-starter with a passion for finance and accounting, this opportunity offers a supportive environment where you can grow your career and contribute to meaningful projects.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Competitive salary

Diversity and inclusion initiatives

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or equivalent degree required.
• Strong verbal/written communication and analytical skills essential.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review sales orders and invoices for accuracy.
• Handle month-end close responsibilities and balance sheet reconciliations.

Skills

Verbal Communication

Written Communication

Analytical Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Multi-tasking

Organizational Skills

Attention to Detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

CPA Exam (planned or completed)

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Intacct

SalesForce

Concur

NetSuite

Oracle

SAP

Job description

This remote opportunity is an existing vacancy open to candidates residing anywhere in the United States.

VelocityEHS is looking for an enthusiastic, dependable, detail-oriented team player who is well organized and has the skills required to assist in all aspects of accounting and finance in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate will have the ability to work both independently and in a team environment and have the communication abilities to work across multiple departments.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

• Preparing and reviewing sales orders and invoices to ensure revenue recognition is accurate.
• Reviewing vendor invoices and employee expense reports to ensure accuracy.
• Month-end close responsibilities, including cash and various other balance sheet reconciliations.
• Seeking ways to improve upon accounting processes and procedures both nationally and internationally.
• Assisting with and handling special projects as needed.
• Preparing daily cash summary reporting for management.
• Completing monthly re-billable expense reconciliation process.

Minimum Skills and Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or equivalent degree.
• Team player with a positive attitude towards contributing and learning.
• Strong verbal/written communication skills and excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Experience in a role that requires substantial multi-tasking and prioritization skills in a deadline-driven environment.
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel.
• Self-starter, quick learner, and ability to multi-task on a regular basis.
• Detail-oriented with excellent organizational skills and deadline-driven.
• Capacity to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong sense of ownership on issues and following through to completion.

Preferred Skills and Qualifications:

• Ability to work well independently and in a team environment.
• Experience with the accounting system, Intacct.
• Currently sitting, or plans to sit, for the CPA exam is a plus.
• Experience with advanced accounting/information systems (SalesForce, Concur, Intacct, Microsoft, NetSuite, Oracle, SAP, etc.).
• 1 year or more accounting work experience.

VelocityEHS is committed to competitive, fair, and equitable compensation practices by offering market-based salary ranges. The expected salary range for this position is between $51,050 and $65,400 USD (United States). We aim to hire between the minimum and midpoint of the salary range, and offers at the maximum of the range are uncommon. The final offered salary will be based on the candidate’s proficiency in skill set, prior relevant experience, internal equity, market considerations, and other factors. This role is eligible for our comprehensive benefits package.

We welcome and encourage diversity in the workplace. VelocityEHS is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, national or ethnic origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, family status, veteran status, Indigenous/Native American status, or disability. Applicants with disabilities can request accessible formats, communication supports, or other accessibility assistance by contacting [e-mail].