Accounting Associate

Summary

Pirate Ship provides simple shipping software that gives small businesses access to discounted shipping rates without fees or hidden costs. The Accounting Associate will manage accounting and compliance activities, support financial reporting and analysis, contribute to budgeting and forecasting, and provide financial insights for strategic decision-making.

Responsibilities

• Ensure accurate and timely recording of financial transactions in accordance with GAAP
• Take the lead in transitioning and assuming responsibility for month-end and year-end close processes, collaborating closely with the Senior Accounting Manager to significantly reduce the time required to close the books
• Assist with the preparation of external materials for Tax and Audit and liaise with external parties as needed
• Prepare and analyze monthly financial statements, including income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements
• Conduct variance analysis to identify key drivers of financial performance
• Assist in the development of KPIs and maintenance of financial models and forecasts
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to prepare annual budgets and rolling forecasts
• Monitor and track budget performance against actual results, providing insights and recommendations for improvement
• Work closely with the Senior Accounting Manager to provide financial insights and analysis for strategic decision-making
• Identify cost-saving opportunities and efficiencies to improve overall financial performance
• Engage in a wide range of special projects, including financial modeling and in-depth business analysis, as needed to support the dynamic demands of our business
• You’ll be comfortable in a remote environment where there’s lots of change
• You’ll be working from home, but will connect with your crewmates throughout the day over chat, voice, and video through company-provided equipment. Quarterly in-person meetings at varied locations
• You’ll have the opportunity to share your background, experience and interests with the crew to enhance our fun, progressive culture

Skills

• 3+ years of progressively responsible experience in Accounting
• Proficiency in ERP software, with expertise in Xero is a plus
• Experience with Public Accounting or tech/high growth disruptive companies
• Detail-oriented, hyper-organized, and capable of managing multiple priorities in a dynamic environment
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to distill complex financial information to business users
• Proven ability to collaborate effectively in cross-functional teams
• Demonstrated ability to prepare and interpret financial statements, including balance sheets, cash flow statements, and profit and loss statements (P&L)
• Strong understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and financial reporting
• Advanced data analysis skills using Excel, including pivot tables, formulas, and data lookups
• At this time we are only accepting applicants in the following states:Alaska, Arizona, California, Colorado, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Illinois, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, Oregon, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virginia, Washington, Wisconsin, and Wyoming
• CPA certification
• Familiarity with SQL and Business Intelligence (BI) tools is beneficial

Qualifications

Must Haves

• 3+ years of progressively responsible experience in Accounting
• Proficiency in ERP software, with expertise in Xero is a plus
• Experience with Public Accounting or tech/high growth disruptive companies
• Detail-oriented, hyper-organized, and capable of managing multiple priorities in a dynamic environment
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to distill complex financial information to business users
• Proven ability to collaborate effectively in cross-functional teams
• Demonstrated ability to prepare and interpret financial statements, including balance sheets, cash flow statements, and profit and loss statements (P&L)
• Strong understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and financial reporting
• Advanced data analysis skills using Excel, including pivot tables, formulas, and data lookups
• At this time we are only accepting applicants in the following states:Alaska, Arizona, California, Colorado, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Illinois, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, Oregon, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virginia, Washington, Wisconsin, and Wyoming

Nice to Haves

• CPA certification
• Familiarity with SQL and Business Intelligence (BI) tools is beneficial

Benefits

• Performance-based bonus
• 144 hours of accrued vacation time to start
• 12 paid holidays per year
• 80 hours of paid sick time annually
• Medical insurance 100% covered for Pirates by the company and kicks in the first of the month after enrollment; dependents are 50% covered
• Dental and vision coverage 100% covered for Pirates and 50% covered for dependents
• Traditional 401(K) and Roth 401(K); pirates who contribute 1-3% of their annual salary get matched 100% by the company
• Full 12 weeks of parental leave for parents for the birth, adoption, or foster placement of a child
• One-time home office reimbursement of up to $1,500 to purchase an ergonomic desk and chair
• Other stipends for remote individuals, including Wi-Fi and snacks
• “Hey Taco!” employee recognition program, where virtual Tacos can be redeemed for rewards
• Remote-first work arrangement
• Working from home with company-provided equipment