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GreenBiz Group Staff Accountant in Oakland / San Francisco Bay Area, California
Job Title: Staff Accountant
Location: San Francisco Bay Area, CA - Hybrid (once a week in office)
Type: Full-Time
Min Experience: 2 years
Annual Base Salary: $70,000 to $85,000
Bonus Potential: $5,000
Overall compensation (base salary + discretionary bonus or commission if sales) for this role will be provided commensurate with years of experience and qualifications.
Company
GreenBiz Group is a fast-growing media and events company that accelerates the just transition to a clean economy. Through events that galvanize, stories that amplify and peer networks that bond, we define markets and advance opportunities at the intersection of business, technology and sustainability. We are a passionate team of people that builds and empowers communities to confront the threats of climate change and solve the thorniest challenges of our time.
Position
GreenBiz Group is seeking a full-time Staff Accountant. This position will play a critical role in our accounting operations by supporting the monthly and quarterly accounting close and financial reporting. This role will report to the Accounting Manager. The ideal candidate will have a strong accounting understanding, and one that is proactive, self-directed, and enthusiastic. This individual contributor role will have the opportunity to support the development of the accounting function, including building or improving processes and creating efficiencies for the team. You will be part of a work culture where we thrive on innovation, collaboration, diversity, agility, and trust.
This is a hybrid position expected to be in our HQ Oakland, CA office a minimum of one day a week.
Responsibilities
Perform the day-to-day accounting operations of the company, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, cash applications and bank reconciliations.
Working effectively with all members of the accounting team to perform month-end and year-end close in compliance with U.S. GAAP.
Establish and maintain effective relationships with other departments and external partners, including customers and vendors.
Assist in support of any external audits, including preparation of audit requests and ongoing support.
Work alongside the Accounting Manager to identify opportunities for process improvements and efficiency enhancements within the accounting function.
Special projects and analyses as required along with any other job- related activities as requested.
Requirements
Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance required.
Professional certification such as CPA is a plus, but not required.
Minimum of 2 years of experience in accounting or finance, ideally with a mix of public accounting and industry experience.
Prior experience working in a startup environment or high-growth company is highly preferred.
Strong knowledge of GAAP and accounting principles and practice.
Proven track record of meeting deadlines and managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Experience with financial reporting, with strong attention to detail and structured thinking, and able to problem solve solutions for ambiguous situations.
Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
Proven track record of taking ownership of tasks, demonstrating initiative, and consistently solving problems with a proactive approach.
Must show accountability, be a team player and operate with a sense of urgency.
Excellent skill with Excel and other common computer applications.
Experience with NetSuite or a major ERP accounting system.
Research shows that some underrepresented groups only apply if they meet 100% of the qualifications. Interested in the role but not sure if you meet all the criteria? We encourage you to apply anyway! We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse team, and care not only about the skills you have today but also the skills you'll develop tomorrow.
About GreenBiz Group
At GreenBiz, we believe great work can be done anywhere, at any time. We support our teammates in deciding where and how they work best, celebrating a remote-first culture that is collaborative, hardworking, and fun. We live by our values and are committed to our mission of accelerating a just transition to a clean economy—and we strongly believe that a diverse team made up of varied skills, backgrounds, and lived experiences offers us the best chance at accomplishing that.
We offer a competitive employee benefits package including:
Full medical, dental, and vision benefits
Retirement savings options
Generous holiday schedule
Discretionary paid vacation time
Paid sick time
Two paid volunteer days per year
Reimbursement for home office expenses
Annual learning and development stipend
Employee stock option plan
Paid parental leave
Our values:
Innovation : We embrace technology to maximize the impact of our work.
Collaboration : We work together to leverage our respective strengths and common goals, partnering with companies, organizations, governments.
Diversity : We foster belonging and inclusion, recognizing that, as in nature, there is strength in diversity.
Agility : We push ourselves and our communities to move quickly, ambitiously and gracefully.
Trust : We embrace servant leadership to build confidence in our company and our communities through excellence, transparency and integrity.
Vaccination Requirement
GreenBiz Group requires new hires to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 for all roles. GreenBiz Group provides reasonable accommodations consistent with legal requirements unless it results in undue hardship for the business. Additional information will be provided during the hiring process.
Equal Employment Opportunity
GreenBiz Group values a diverse workplace and strongly encourages women, people of color, LGBTQIA+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply. GreenBiz Group is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will not be discriminated against because of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin, disability, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, medical condition or any protected category prohibited by local, state or federal laws.
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