Senior Accountant | Finance

BETA Technologies•South Burlington, VT

24d•$85,000 - $110,000

About The Position

At BETA Technologies, we apply our intellectual curiosity, passion for aviation, and commitment to sustainability toward a shared mission of revolutionizing electric aviation. Regardless of the position one holds, each team member brings their talent and desire to positively impact the environment and lives of others in a refreshing, vibrant, and inclusive culture. We seek a motivated Senior Accountant to join our team and support our corporate accounting function. This role is crucial for managing the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes, and ensuring accurate compilation and reporting of accounting data. You will liaise between the company and external parties, maintain reliable documentation, and manage transactions within our accounting systems. Additionally, you will prepare and analyze financial reports, create journal entries, and reconcile ledger accounts.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field preferred.
3+ years of progressive accounting experience in public accounting or a similar work environment.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Adobe Acrobat, with experience in accounting software.
Familiarity with relevant accounting standards such as ASC 842 (Leases), ASC 606 (Revenue from Contracts with Customers)
Strong organizational, oral, and written communication skills.
High attention to detail and strong analytical abilities.
Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects and deadlines.

Nice To Haves

CPA License.
SOX experience.
Experience with large-scale ERP systems (PLEX, Oracle, SAP, etc.)
Background in cost accounting experience.

Responsibilities

Analyze a wide range of transaction data, including Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, time billing, Payroll, General Ledger, tax payments, and inventory movement.
Assist in preparing detailed financial information, including monthly and quarterly financial reports, weekly forecasts for the Management Team, and ad hoc reports as needed.
Post journal entries for month-end and quarterly close processes, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
Reconcile general ledger accounts and resolve discrepancies.
Aid the Accounting Manager with annual financial audits by serving as the liaison with auditors.
Provide support to various departments with transaction data and accounting summaries.
Assist with special financial projects on an ad hoc basis.
Perform variance analysis on account balances to identify trends and discrepancies.