Staff Accountant - Hybrid (Austin or San Francisco)

Fountain; Austin (TX); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k) with match

Unlimited PTO

Paid holidays

EAP

Job summary

WeDriveU is seeking a Staff Accountant for a hybrid role based in Austin or San Francisco. You will manage lease, fixed asset and GL transactions, assist with monthly close, and support asset management and payables teams.

The ideal candidate has strong accounting knowledge, excellent Excel skills, and comfort with NetSuite, Tipalti, Microsoft 365 and Google Docs. Bachelor’s degree required; CPA preferred; no prior experience required.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of accounting
• Exposure to Excel and general ledger processes
• Bachelor’s Degree required; CPA exam eligible preferred
• No prior professional experience required; accounting concepts welcomed

Responsibilities

• Manage lease and fixed asset transactions
• Prepare monthly reconciliations for fixed assets
• Assist in monthly, quarterly and annual close processes
• Coordinate with asset management and payables teams
• Maintain depreciation and vehicle leasing schedules

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Detail oriented

Time management

Strong communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

NetSuite

Tipalti

Microsoft Suite

Google Docs

Excel

Job description

Staff Accountant - Hybrid (Austin or San Francisco) WeDriveU

Compensation $80,000.00 - $90,000.00/year

Schedule Full time

Job Type Permanent

Description

WeDriveU is the leader in shared mobility solutions that connect communities, campuses, and workplaces. WeDriveU operates private shuttle and public transit systems across the U.S serving millions of passenger journeys a year. The company's 5,500+ team members operate 4,000 vehicles across 55 U.S. locations, providing safe, reliable and sustainable options as part of a global family of brands serving more than 1 billion bus and rail passengers on four continents. Visit wedriveu.com to learn more about our company, clients and career opportunities.

Job Description:

The Staff Accountant will report to the Director of Accounting in a key role within the General Ledger team for WeDriveU and will be responsible for managing a high volume of lease, fixed asset and other general ledger transactions, as well as fleet inquiries, and monthly close process execution.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Manage lease and fixed asset areas to keep an accurate record of all transactions.

Prepare monthly account reconciliations for fixed assets.

Communicate with asset management and payables departments to ensure new transactions and payments are accurately recorded.

Assist in monthly, semi-annual and annual close process and financial statement preparation ensuring proper documentation and supporting detail is maintained.

Maintain fixed assets, depreciation, and vehicle leasing schedules.

Additional duties and responsibilities may apply.

Skills Required and Physical Demands:

Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills with ability to work independently.

Strong knowledge of accounting and familiarity with journal entries and account reconciliations.

Ability to use multiple systems including NetSuite, Tipalti, Microsoft Suite and Google Docs.

Ability to evaluate and prioritize workload while meeting tight deadlines.

Highly self-motivated with a demonstrated ability to grow into additional complexity and responsibility.

Excellent detail orientation, including ability to effectively operate in a high volume transactional environment.

Additional skills and physical demands may apply.

Education and Qualifications:

Hard requirements

This role requires a strong knowledge of accounting and Excel. The individual in this role will gain exposure to process improvement, system integrations and upgrades, and public-company (IFRS) accounting.

Bachelor’s Degree required

No prior professional experience required; exposure to accounting or finance concepts is a plus.

Intermediate to advanced Excel skills.

Preferred Requirements

Licensed CPA or CPA exam eligible is preferred.

We Offer

Physical Health

Exceptional Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance benefits

Competitive compensation packages

401(k) with 4% employer match

Financial Wellness Tool

Emotional Health

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Unlimited PTO

Paid holidays

Pet & Legal Insurance

Personal Development

On-the-job training and skills development

Internal transfer opportunities for career growth

*Benefits vary by position and location

WeDriveU is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment free of discrimination or harassment where thoughts and ideas of all employees are appreciated and respected. We value excellence and recognize that by respecting the diverse backgrounds, skills, and perspectives of our workforce, we will sustain a competitive advantage and remain an employer of choice. We also see diversity as more than policies; it is imperative for enabling us to attract, retain and develop the best talent available.