The Accounting lead will play a key role in managing financial operations, ensuring accurate reporting and supporting operational efficiency. Working closely with the VP, this position requires an analytical mindset and will demonstrate integrity, confidence, and a strong focus on organizational goals.
About:
Electric Era was founded to revolutionize the world's electric vehicle charging infrastructure. We have developed high performance and autonomous EV fast charging stations that can be deployed anywhere on the grid. We provide the necessary charging infrastructure innovation needed for the affordable and timely electrification of all transportation. We are accelerating the world into the Electric Era. Join us.
Ideal Candidate:
The ideal candidate will have experience in accounting within a manufacturing environment and will play a key role in managing financial operations, ensuring accurate reporting and supporting operational efficiency. Working closely with the VP, this position requires an analytical mindset and will demonstrate integrity, confidence, and a strong focus on organizational goals.
Responsibilities
- Responsible for supporting all accounting transactions at our Seattle, WA facility
- Maintain the general ledger, ensuring accuracy and compliance with company policies and GAAP
- Prepare and review journal entries, reconciliations and supporting documentation
- Lead month-end and year-end close of accounts, including issuance of financial statements
- Prepare daily/monthly financial and other reporting as well as ad-hoc analysis as required
- Maintain fixed asset sub-ledger
- Analyze and allocate manufacturing costs, establishing standards and reviewing cost variances
- Oversee accuracy in accounts payable and accounts receivable operations including reserves
- Maintain inventory valuation and ensure accurate recording of inventory transactions
- Verify monthly COGS accuracy
- Develop and maintain revenue recognition processes
- Support monthly/quarterly tax filings
- Contribute to the development and maintenance of accounting policies and procedures
- Support external auditors and regulatory agencies during financial audits and reviews
Background and Experience:
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance, with experience in a manufacturing/construction setting a plus
- In-depth knowledge of accounting principles and practices (GAAP)
- Ability to maintain focus, adaptability, and task completion amidst interruptions
- Excellent analytical and problem solving skills with the ability to interpret financial data
- Big 4 experience a plus
- High proficiency in Microsoft Office/Excel for financial analysis, reporting, and communication
- Strong ethics and integrity in handling sensitive financial information
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills