Description review
Staff Accountant
Just Appraised · United States · back to the listing
HR standards
76/100
solid
Title ↔ description
84/100
solid
Reads as
Unclear
no confident match
What this role officially is
accountant — ESCO, the EU occupation classification
Accountants review and analyse financial statements, budgets, financial reports, and business plans in order to check for irregularities resulting from error or fraud, and provide their clients with financial advice in matters such as financial forecasting and risk analysis. They may audit financial data, resolve insolvency cases, prepare tax returns and provide other tax-related advice in reference to current legislation.
Also known as: accounting technician, production accountant, accounting supervisor, financial accountant, head financial accountant, certified public accountant
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What the listing never says
- 25 bullet points. Long requirement lists deter qualified candidates, who read them as hard gates. Scope clarity
- No pay range published. Candidates cannot tell whether applying is worth their time. Pay transparency
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About Alltus
We build software that uses natural language processing (NLP) and AI to help local governments work faster, more accurately, and more efficiently. Over 120 local government entities in 25 states rely on us to help drive revenues and provide important services that power society.
Thrive, wherever you call home. Join our fully remote team and unlock a world of possibilities beyond just a paycheck:
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Globally connected, locally supported: Thrive in a vibrant online community that celebrates your unique talents, wherever you are.
•
Supportive parental leave: Welcoming a new member to your crew? We've got your back with time and support to adjust.
•
Home office, fully equipped: Craft your ideal workspace with our generous home office and equipment stipend.
• Plus: Flexible work arrangements, continuous learning opportunities, and much more!
This isn't just a job; it's a launchpad for personal and professional growth.
About you
You have a solid understanding of accounting principles, a keen desire to learn and grow, and a strong attention to detail. When something doesn’t look right, you dig in and ask questions until you understand it. Your organization and adaptability let you handle a wide range of tasks and adjust to changing priorities. You take feedback well, work well in a team, and are passionate about using technology to improve efficiency.
Key responsibilities and impact
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General Ledger & Bookkeeping: Record journal entries, maintain the general ledger, and reconcile bank, credit card, and balance sheet accounts each month.
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Accounts Receivable & Revenue Support: Prepare customer invoices, apply payments, manage collections, and keep deferred revenue schedules up to date. Prepare RevOps reporting.
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Accounts Payable & Expense Management: Process vendor invoices and payments, manage the company credit card workflow, review employee expenses for policy compliance, and maintain vendor records, including 1099 tracking.
•
Month-End & Year-End Close: Prepare accruals, prepaids, deferrals, and COGS entries. Complete account reconciliations and support monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
•
Cash Management: Track daily cash activity and reconcile cash accounts
•
Salesforce & Systems: Maintain customer records, contracts, and commission data in Salesforce, and keep billing and accounting systems in sync.
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Compliance: Prepare and file sales tax returns, monitor payroll tax filings, and maintain state filings and registrations.
•
Audit & Tax Support: Prepare schedules and supporting documents for the annual audit, tax returns, and external reporting.
•
Records & Organization: Process mail, organize files, and keep accounting records complete and audit-ready.
•
Other Projects: Take on additional tasks and projects as needed.
Qualifications
• 2–4 years of accounting experience; SaaS or subscription business experience preferred
• Working knowledge of GAAP, including accrual accounting and revenue recognition (ASC 606)
• Experience with QuickBooks Online or a similar accounting system
• Salesforce experience is a plus
• Strong Excel skills and attention to detail
• Organized, dependable, and comfortable owning recurring deadlines
Our culture
• EQ > IQ: We value great minds and the ability to communicate with empathy
• Customer Comes First: We work closely with our clients to understand their needs and how they use our products
• Start-to-Finish Ownership: We take responsibility for anything we can influence
• Actively Practice Inclusion: Creating a diverse and inclusive team is as important to us as building a good product
• Fast-Paced Environment: The “growth mindset” is key to our success. If it won’t break anything, go for it!
Heads up: the next step after applying is a short recorded video with a few questions. Candidates who complete it give us a much better sense of who they are, and it helps us confirm that every applicant is who they say they are. We will give a week to reply with the video, and we should be able to review it within 24-48 hours to proceed with next steps. If you'd rather not, or can't, we'll review your application as submitted after the 10-day window.
Originally posted on Himalayas
We build software that uses natural language processing (NLP) and AI to help local governments work faster, more accurately, and more efficiently. Over 120 local government entities in 25 states rely on us to help drive revenues and provide important services that power society.
Thrive, wherever you call home. Join our fully remote team and unlock a world of possibilities beyond just a paycheck:
•
Globally connected, locally supported: Thrive in a vibrant online community that celebrates your unique talents, wherever you are.
•
Supportive parental leave: Welcoming a new member to your crew? We've got your back with time and support to adjust.
•
Home office, fully equipped: Craft your ideal workspace with our generous home office and equipment stipend.
• Plus: Flexible work arrangements, continuous learning opportunities, and much more!
This isn't just a job; it's a launchpad for personal and professional growth.
About you
You have a solid understanding of accounting principles, a keen desire to learn and grow, and a strong attention to detail. When something doesn’t look right, you dig in and ask questions until you understand it. Your organization and adaptability let you handle a wide range of tasks and adjust to changing priorities. You take feedback well, work well in a team, and are passionate about using technology to improve efficiency.
Key responsibilities and impact
•
General Ledger & Bookkeeping: Record journal entries, maintain the general ledger, and reconcile bank, credit card, and balance sheet accounts each month.
•
Accounts Receivable & Revenue Support: Prepare customer invoices, apply payments, manage collections, and keep deferred revenue schedules up to date. Prepare RevOps reporting.
•
Accounts Payable & Expense Management: Process vendor invoices and payments, manage the company credit card workflow, review employee expenses for policy compliance, and maintain vendor records, including 1099 tracking.
•
Month-End & Year-End Close: Prepare accruals, prepaids, deferrals, and COGS entries. Complete account reconciliations and support monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
•
Cash Management: Track daily cash activity and reconcile cash accounts
•
Salesforce & Systems: Maintain customer records, contracts, and commission data in Salesforce, and keep billing and accounting systems in sync.
•
Compliance: Prepare and file sales tax returns, monitor payroll tax filings, and maintain state filings and registrations.
•
Audit & Tax Support: Prepare schedules and supporting documents for the annual audit, tax returns, and external reporting.
•
Records & Organization: Process mail, organize files, and keep accounting records complete and audit-ready.
•
Other Projects: Take on additional tasks and projects as needed.
Qualifications
• 2–4 years of accounting experience; SaaS or subscription business experience preferred
• Working knowledge of GAAP, including accrual accounting and revenue recognition (ASC 606)
• Experience with QuickBooks Online or a similar accounting system
• Salesforce experience is a plus
• Strong Excel skills and attention to detail
• Organized, dependable, and comfortable owning recurring deadlines
Our culture
• EQ > IQ: We value great minds and the ability to communicate with empathy
• Customer Comes First: We work closely with our clients to understand their needs and how they use our products
• Start-to-Finish Ownership: We take responsibility for anything we can influence
• Actively Practice Inclusion: Creating a diverse and inclusive team is as important to us as building a good product
• Fast-Paced Environment: The “growth mindset” is key to our success. If it won’t break anything, go for it!
Heads up: the next step after applying is a short recorded video with a few questions. Candidates who complete it give us a much better sense of who they are, and it helps us confirm that every applicant is who they say they are. We will give a week to reply with the video, and we should be able to review it within 24-48 hours to proceed with next steps. If you'd rather not, or can't, we'll review your application as submitted after the 10-day window.
Originally posted on Himalayas