Maintain invoicing, AR, and AP workflows (including Bill.com), review expense reports, support quarterly state tax payments, and improve accounting processes and systems.
WHO WE ARE
Third Plateau is an impact consultancy partnering with philanthropy, nonprofits, and communities to build the infrastructure of change. One of Fast Company's Best Workplaces for Innovators!
OUR APPROACH
Third Plateau is built on a simple premise: creating lasting social good requires more than good intentions. Society’s most complex challenges are deeply rooted, interconnected, and resistant to quick fixes.
Philanthropists, foundations, and nonprofit leaders know this and are up for the challenge, bringing their passions and ambitions day in and day out. To realize that potential, they’re looking for a partner who brings the experience to design great strategies and the capacity to see them through. Third Plateau was built exactly for this work. Interested applicants are encouraged to learn more about our approach and our company values.
Third Plateau is built on a simple premise: creating lasting social good requires more than good intentions. Society’s most complex challenges are deeply rooted, interconnected, and resistant to quick fixes.
Philanthropists, foundations, and nonprofit leaders know this and are up for the challenge, bringing their passions and ambitions day in and day out. To realize that potential, they’re looking for a partner who brings the experience to design great strategies and the capacity to see them through. Third Plateau was built exactly for this work. Interested applicants are encouraged to learn more about our approach and our company values.
WHAT YOU’LL DO
The Accounting Associate is the organizational backbone of our internal operations finance and accounting function. You'll bring meticulous accuracy to invoicing, Accounts Payable (AP), and general accounting workflows, keeping our financial data clean and complete. This role reports to the VP of Finance and is a great fit for someone who wants to see firsthand how a professional services firm operates. You'll be joining a small, busy team at a dynamic and growing firm, where you can expect to contribute to department projects and initiatives alongside the day-to-day work of keeping our data organized and accessible.
Essential duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Invoicing & AR
- Ensuring accuracy and timeliness of communication and Invoice delivery. Resolve related inquiries, ensure accurate customer records are maintained.
Accounts Payable
- Review staff expense reporting to ensure proper ledger coding, and correct discrepancies. Drive AP workflows in Bill.com (verifying W-9s, managing vendor contracts, and scheduling accurate bi-weekly disbursements.).
- Aid in quarterly state tax payments via AP processing.
Process Optimization
- Actively participate in team projects and initiatives, consistently seeking ways to enhance the precision and efficiency of our financial systems and standard operating procedures.
WHAT YOU’LL NEED
Uncompromising attention to detail, with a proven track record of maintaining high-fidelity financial records.
A fundamental understanding of accounting operations and a drive to learn our specific business lines.
Comfort navigating ERP software (e.g., Sage Intacct, NetSuite, Dynamics) and AP/AR management tools.
Exceptional time management skills, especially when balancing high-volume, detail-oriented tasks around month-end and period close.
Warm, professional written communication skills for seamless client and vendor relationship management.
A tech-savvy, continuous improvement mindset to help scale our accounting infrastructure.
3+ years in a similar role - bookkeeping, staff accountant, AR/AP clerk.
BENEFITS + PERKS
- Remote-First Approach
- Flexible & Generous Time Off
- 100% employer-paid options for medical, dental, and vision coverage for you, with employer contributions toward dependent coverage
- Employer-paid short- and long-term disability and life insurance
- Employer contribution of up to $850 to your Health Savings Account
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA, DCFSA and Commuter)
- Initial home office stipend of $550, with $250 provided annually thereafter
- $110/monthly cell phone and home internet stipend
- 13 weeks paid parental and medical leave
- Annual discretionary bonus based on both company performance and individual performance
- Up to $500 annually to invest in your mental, emotional, and physical well-being
- Access to curated learning opportunities and team-based growth experiences to support the professional development of our team
Not sure you meet 100% of our qualifications? Research shows that men apply for jobs when they meet an average of 60% of the criteria. Yet, women and other people who are systematically marginalized tend to only apply if they meet every requirement. If you believe you could excel in this role, we encourage you to apply. We are dedicated to considering a broad array of candidates, including those with diverse workplace experiences and backgrounds. Whether you're new to this field, returning to work after a gap in employment, looking to transition, or taking the next step in your career, we would be glad to have you on our radar.
At Third Plateau, we believe in the power of diverse teams. In our recruiting efforts, we always seek to reach a broad and diverse pool of applicants to ensure our final candidates are not a homogeneous group in terms of demographics or experience. You can read more about our commitment to Equity & Belonging here. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds. Third Plateau is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to their race, color, age, religious creed, sexual orientation, or other personal characteristics.
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