Accountant

Soligent · United States · $75k – $85k · posted today ago

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About this role

Soligent is the largest pure play solar distributor in the Americas. At Soligent, we envision a world where solar isn’t just the cleanest choice for power: it’s the obvious choice. Our mission is to empower homeowners and installers with a tool-set that transforms the way the world produces energy. We do this by hiring talented people, empowering our team, and being mission driven. Soligent has been featured by the White House, Forbes, Wall Street Journal, The World Economic Forum, and the Atlantic among other publications. In this role, you will see and participate in the interworking of a high growth entrepreneurial large company in a sector that changes the world.

Why Soligent?

You will be part of a vital team at the forefront of transforming how people use energy. Drive positive change in the world while working with the best and brightest. Our executives have built and led successful billion-dollar companies.

We invest in you. You will learn the ins and outs of solar, be exposed to roles across the company, and receive quality training.

Why You?

Are you mission driven? At Soligent, solar is more than a job; it’s our future.

Do you see solutions where others see problems? You’re not satisfied with the status quo; you constantly think about how to improve processes.

Do you enjoy getting your hands dirty? You understand the big picture but also have an innate ability to drill down and execute with high attention to detail.

Can you execute individually but enjoy working with a team? We support a strong culture of teamwork where it’s about the collective gain. Feedback is a big part of that.

Does your word mean everything, you take responsibility for outcomes, and are incredibly persistent? We have a culture of integrity and accountability.

Do you connect the dots easily? You can see how your role fits in with the organization.

Are you fun to be around and able to wear many hats? Soligent is a fast-paced entrepreneurial culture. We believe saving the world should be fun.

Looking to apply your experience to a purpose-driven and operationally focusedteam making a positive impact in the world? The Staff Accountant takes a hands-on approach translating business information into the financial statements and communicating that information at various levels in the organization. Thriving in a remote, fast-paced, dynamic environment, the Staff Accountant supports our Finance department. This role plays an instrumental part in bringing clean, affordable, and modern energy to the world.

Our ideal candidate will be responsible for the following:

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

Perform all month end closing processes including but not limited to: recording journal entries, variance analysis, and ensuring all entries are properly recorded
Assist in the integrity of the accounting policies and overall financial statements including the review of accounts for discrepancies and reconciling differences
Collaborate within accounting team and with cross-functional teams to ensure proper accounting is in place for various transactions and entries such as accruals, reserves, prepaid positions, fixed assets, and right of use assets
Conduct monthly reconciliations on various types of accounts such as inventory, freight, bad debt, rebates and taxes
Support in preparing schedules, requests, and information to support internal and external audits
Prepare intercompany reconciliations, cross charges, and elimination entries
Responsible for running trial balance and conducting analysis to ensure GL accounts are accurate and complete during close
Support cash management – working with bank and assisting in forecasting cash positions
Solid working knowledge of accounting principles in Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
Supporting the training and on-boarding of new hires within the team and documenting processes.
Manage sales tax certificates within SOVOS and tax account reconciliations
Ensure fixed assets are properly accounted for in accounting system including acquisitions, disposals, and depreciation
Experience with establishing, writing, or documenting policies and improving processes
Assume day-to-day accounting operations duties including validating proper coding and determining appropriate accounting treatment
Other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

Ability to work Eastern Standard Time
Familiarity with basic business principles, corporate structures, accounting standards, and financial statements
Ability to review and interpret general ledger accounts
Acute attention to detail
Commitment to excellence and high standards
High level of organizational skills
To respond courteously and promptly to upper management or business inquiries
Excellent communication and follow through skills
To express a professional demeanor when representing the Company
Versatility, flexibility, and a willingness to act as a change agent in concert with leadership and relevant stakeholders
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Versatility, flexibility, and a willingness to work within changing priorities with enthusiasm
Act as a flexible and innovative team player
Self-motivated and able to collaborate with others as well as work independently.
Ability to adhere to deadlines and shift priorities when needed 
Good communication skills and the ability to explain accounting concepts in simple language to diverse audiences

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

Bachelor's degree in accounting or other business field with 3-5 years’ experience.
MBA or MA in Accounting, CMA or CPA preferred.
Proficient in Excel and Word, ERP Experience