The RoleThe Accounting Manager is a vital position on the accounting team at SPAN. Reporting to the VP, Controller, this individual will demonstrate the ability to manage a team of one or two staff. The Accounting Manager will demonstrate a strategic mindset and act in a fiduciary capacity with respect to the company's assets and business interests. Critical skills for this position include solid experience with US GAAP, clear communications, being a team player, maintaining confidentiality, detail-oriented, and acting with the highest degree of integrity.
Responsibilities- Monthly, quarterly and annual accounting close entries and reconciliations for various general ledger accounts, including revenue, payroll, stock based compensation, prepaids, investments, debt and equity securities, fixed assets and capitalized software.
- Develop accounting procedures, processes and implement best practices to increase quality and speed of closing activities
- Review daily treasury activity
- Review and analyze monthly financial statements and flux analysis
- Assist to publish and report financial results to the executive leadership team and broader management
- Assist with investor and compliance reporting
- Assist with Income Tax and Sales Tax filing and reporting
- Manage the accounting close process
- Coach, mentor, and provide developmental opportunities for direct reports
- Support the sales and sales operations teams with processing customer credits and billings, and the implementation of new programs as needed
- Serve as the main point of contact for the annual financial statement and bank audit processes
About You Required Qualifications- Demonstrated experience and knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles and accruals
- Minimum 5 years hands-on experience with contract manufacturing and consignment inventory accounting in a manufacturing or hardware environment, revenue recognition (ASC 606) and lease accounting (ASC 842).
- Experience handing accounting and reporting for Special Purpose Vehicle (SPV) entities; and managing/supporting standalone entity reporting
- Must have experience running the accounting close process and managing expectations, communications and deadlines
- Must have experience with month-end close, balance sheet reconciliations, and flux/variance analysis
- Experience with month-end close, balance sheet reconciliations, and flux/variance analysis
- Must have a recent proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, with intermediate to advanced Excel skills
- Must have proficiency with NetSuite. Experience with FloQast or Blackline, Salesforce and Boomi is a plus.
- Demonstrated ability to build cross-functional relationships and communicate financial concepts clearly to non-finance partners
- Prior experience mentoring, coaching, or managing direct reports
- Agile, adaptable, and a fast learner, comfortable operating in a fast-paced, high-growth environment
- High degree of accuracy and attention to detail.
- Proactive, self-motivated, takes initiative and ability to work with little supervision
- Team player with a positive attitude; flexible to adapt to changing needs/priorities.
Bonus Qualifications- Experience writing technical accounting analysis and memoranda preferred
- Mfg./electrification industry experience a plus
- Public accounting experience preferred
- CPA preferred
The Perks: Competitive compensation + equity grants at a well-funded, venture-backed company
Comprehensive benefits: 100% employee premiums for base plans on medical, dental, vision with options for additional coverage. Parental leave up to twenty four (24) weeks depending on eligibility
Comfortable, sunny office space located near BART and Caltrain public transit
Strong focus on team building and company culture: Employee Resource Groups, monthly social events, SPANcakes recognition breakfast, lunch, and learns
Flexible hours, one holiday per month, and flexible time off
Interested in joining our team? Apply today and we'll be in touch with the next steps!
