Accountant I
About The Position
Accrete is a dual-use AI software company that licenses its Knowledge Engine Platform and Expert AI Agents to government and enterprise clients. The platform creates a unified semantic representation of an organization’s ground truth—capturing tacit domain knowledge, understanding contextual relevance, and connecting information silos—enabling expert agents to reason across complex data and support high-stakes decisions with confidence. From national security to commercial use cases, Accrete delivers mission-critical decision intelligence and automation on a single platform. Accrete is seeking a detail-oriented and highly organized Accountant I to join our Finance team. This role will be responsible for supporting the day-to-day accounting operations of the company, including month-end close, account reconciliations, payroll entries, and financial reporting. The ideal candidate is analytical, dependable, and comfortable working in a fast-paced, high-growth environment. This position reports to the VP Controller and will work closely with Finance, People, and Operations to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting and compliance.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance.
- 2–4 years of accounting experience.
- Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
- Experience with ERP systems such as NetSuite, QuickBooks, or similar platforms.
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
Nice To Haves
- CPA or progress toward CPA certification.
- Experience in a startup or high-growth technology company.
- Familiarity with payroll accounting and stock compensation.
- Experience supporting annual audits.
Responsibilities
- Prepare and post journal entries for accruals, prepaid expenses, payroll, fixed assets, and intercompany transactions.
- Maintain and reconcile balance sheet accounts on a monthly basis.
- Perform bank and credit card reconciliations.
- Assist with general ledger maintenance and ensure transactions are recorded accurately.
- Support the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes.
- Prepare supporting schedules and documentation for account reconciliations.
- Analyze variances and investigate discrepancies.
- Record payroll journal entries and reconcile payroll accounts.
- Assist with accounting for benefits, commissions, bonuses, and equity compensation.
- Review employee expense reports for compliance with company policy.
- Support vendor invoice processing and payment tracking as needed.
- Prepare audit schedules and assist with requests from external auditors.
- Support tax filings and compliance requirements.
- Maintain documentation to support internal controls and accounting policies.
- Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes and enhance efficiency.
- Assist with implementation and optimization of accounting systems and workflows.
Benefits
- Competitive Salary: Aligned with experience and market standards
- Comprehensive Insurance: Health, dental, and vision coverage for you and your family
- 401(k) Plan: Build your financial future with our retirement savings plan.
- Growth & Development: Access professional learning opportunities and career advancement support
- Onsite Perks: Enjoy catered lunches, snacks, and a fully stocked kitchen
- Team Bonding: Company-sponsored happy hours and social events to connect and unwind
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
