GL Accountant

Jobot Consulting; San Francisco (CA); Hybrid; USD 83,000 - 99,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Job summary

Jobot Consulting in San Francisco is seeking a GL Accountant to join a global finance group in a hybrid role. The position offers exposure to complex accounting processes and collaboration with cross-functional teams including AP, FP&A, and leadership.

The candidate should have 3–4 years in accounts payable or accounting operations and strong Excel skills. The role emphasizes process improvements, vendor management, and tax documentation, with a supportive culture and opportunities for

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 3-4 years of accounts payable or accounting operations experience.
• Experience working with ERP or accounting software platforms (NetSuite experience is a plus).
• Experience with expense management systems is beneficial but not required.
• Exposure to fixed asset accounting systems is helpful but not required.
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel and working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment.

Responsibilities

• Partner with internal stakeholders to obtain required invoice approvals and ensure timely processing.
• Review, code, and allocate invoices accurately in accordance with company policies.
• Process recurring payment cycles, including check and ACH transactions.
• Audit employee expense reports and reconcile corporate credit card activity.
• Manage the onboarding and maintenance of domestic and international vendors, including tax documentation (W-9/W-8) and verification procedures.
• Respond to vendor inquiries and collaborate with internal teams to resolve payment-related issues.
• Assist with various banking activities, including wire transfers, deposits, and cash transaction recording.
• Support accounting staff with research requests, journal entries, and expense analysis projects.
• Maintain and update fixed asset records while identifying opportunities for process improvements and automation.
• Assist with annual tax reporting requirements, including 1099 reporting and sales/use tax support.
• Participate in system implementations, process enhancements, and other operational improvement initiatives.
• Help develop and maintain accounts payable policies, procedures, and documentation.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field

Tools

NetSuite

Expense management systems

Fixed asset accounting systems

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Office

Job description

GL Accountant- Hybrid | San Francisco

Salary: $60 - $72 per hour

A bit about us:

A well-established global investment and financial services organization is seeking an experienced accounting professional to join its corporate finance team in San Francisco. This organization operates across multiple international markets and manages a diverse portfolio of investment strategies across public and private markets. The finance team is comprised of experienced accounting and tax professionals who value collaboration, accuracy, continuous improvement, and operational excellence. This role offers exposure to a sophisticated financial environment, cross-functional partnership opportunities, and involvement in strategic finance initiatives. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, proactive, and thrives in a fast-paced environment. This position works closely with accounting leadership, accounts payable, FP&A, and other finance stakeholders to support accurate financial reporting and process efficiency.

Why join us?

• Work alongside a highly accomplished finance team.
• Exposure to complex accounting and reporting processes.
• Opportunity to contribute to process improvements and automation initiatives.
• Collaborative, team-oriented culture focused on professional growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Partner with internal stakeholders to obtain required invoice approvals and ensure timely processing.
• Review, code, and allocate invoices accurately in accordance with company policies.
• Process recurring payment cycles, including check and ACH transactions.
• Audit employee expense reports and reconcile corporate credit card activity.
• Manage the onboarding and maintenance of domestic and international vendors, including tax documentation (W-9/W-8) and verification procedures.
• Respond to vendor inquiries and collaborate with internal teams to resolve payment-related issues.
• Assist with various banking activities, including wire transfers, deposits, and cash transaction recording.
• Support accounting staff with research requests, journal entries, and expense analysis projects.
• Maintain and update fixed asset records while identifying opportunities for process improvements and automation.
• Assist with annual tax reporting requirements, including 1099 reporting and sales/use tax support.
• Participate in system implementations, process enhancements, and other operational improvement initiatives.
• Help develop and maintain accounts payable policies, procedures, and documentation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 3-4 years of accounts payable or accounting operations experience.
• Experience working with ERP or accounting software platforms (NetSuite experience is a plus).
• Experience with expense management systems is beneficial but not required.
• Exposure to fixed asset accounting systems is helpful but not required.
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel and working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment.

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot's policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.