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At Beyond Finance, we've made it our mission to help everyday Americans escape the endless cycle of crippling debt and step into a brighter financial future. Through compassionate, individualized care, a culture focused on compliance and ethics, supportive user-centric technology, and customized financial solutions, we've helped over 700,000 clients on their path to a brighter future.
While we're proud of what we've already accomplished, we're searching for new collaborators to help us get to the next level! If you're looking to join a forward-thinking, rapidly growing organization with helping people as its number one goal, we want to hear from you.
About the Role
The Staff Accountant is responsible for managing the company’s accounts payable functions as well as providing general accounting support. This hybrid role ensures accurate and timely processing of invoices and accounting transactions while supporting monthly, quarterly, and year-end financial reporting. This position requires someone with meticulous attention to detail, the highest ethical standards, and the ability to clearly communicate financial information to individuals across various departments. This role requires a solid foundation in U.S. GAAP and a passion for financial operational excellence. The ideal candidate will have the ability to thrive in an environment of rapid change, work effectively within cross-functional teams, be highly resourceful and deliver under tight deadlines.
What You'll Do
- Process, verify, and reconcile invoices and initiate vendor payments (150-200/week).
- Prepare and process payments list (checks, ACH and wire transfers) to vendors.
- Maintain organized and accurate records of all accounts payable transactions, including invoices, receipts and payment documentation.
- Reconcile vendor statements, investigate discrepancies and follow up with vendors to resolve any outstanding issues.
- Record, reconcile and monitor corporate credit card transactions and assist in managing the corporate credit card program.
- Collaborate closely with the compliance team on vendor management to ensure all vendors adhere to the established vendor onboarding requirements and compliance standards.
- Record cash transactions in the general ledger.
- Monthly bank reconciliations to identify discrepancies and resolutions.
- Record journal entries for assigned areas.
- Ensure an accurate and timely monthly, quarterly and year-end close.
- Perform regular analysis and reconciliations of balance sheet accounts.
- Facilitate strong working relationships with other teams to ensure accurate & timely accounting.
- Coordinate with outside auditors and provide the necessary information for annual external audit.
- Monitor compliance with accounting controls and policies.
- Support the department with special projects and process improvements.
- Assume other responsibilities as assigned.
What We Look For
- Bachelor’s (B.A. / B.S.) in accounting, finance, or other related discipline preferred.
- 1 – 3 years’ experience in accounting and finance operations.
- Have a strong understanding of accounting standards (U.S. GAAP).
- Excellent communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain accuracy under tight deadlines.
- Ability to prioritize tasks and manage a team in a fast-paced environment.
- Intermediate level in Excel.
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The base annual salary range is listed below. This role is eligible for additional incentives, including an annual bonus.
Why Join Us?
While you make a difference for others, we’ll work to make a difference for you, providing an uplifting, collaborative work environment and benefits that reflect your value to us. For eligible full-time employees, we offer:
- Considerable employer contributions for health, dental, and vision programs
- Generous PTO, paid holidays, and paid parental leave
- 401(k) matching program
- Merit advancement opportunities
- Career development & training
And finally, our team spirit and culture! We cultivate an environment of community, connection, and belonging across our entire organization.
Beyond Finance does not accept unsolicited resumes from individual recruiters or third-party recruiting agencies in response to job positions. No fee will be paid to their parties who submit unsolicited candidates directly to Beyond Finance employees or the Beyond Finance HR team. No placement fee will be paid to any third party unless such a request has been made by the Beyond HR team.
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