Staff Accountant
Company: Second Order Effects
Location: El Segundo
Posted on: June 25, 2022
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Job Description:
Staff Accountant We are looking for a Staff Accountant to join
our growing team and own various aspects of operations, finance,
and internal company infrastructure. We are a tight-knit group that
requires focus and dedication, as well as the ability to interact
with engineers and engineering support on a daily basis. The ideal
candidate is successful in a wide variety of problems and tasks,
and has a tenacious attitude to problem solving and project
execution. We are looking for someone who will be an enthusiastic
ambassador for SOE, care deeply about company growth, have empathy
for others, and be excited to work in a fast-paced engineering
consulting environment with exposure to a range of technology
companies. As a part of the Operations team, this role must
collaborate with operations, engineering, and executives on a
regular basis. Responsibilities: Perform routine accounting
functions relating to AR, AP, GL and financial reporting Onboard
customers & vendors, and process invoices, bills, & payments Assist
with preparation and documentation for audit, tax planning,
compliance, and other operational functions as needed Assist in
securing lines of credit/loans from financial institutions Evaluate
and suggest improvements for the effectiveness of accounting
software, processes and infrastructure Learn about SOE and our
projects in order to be knowledgeable when interfacing with
technical individuals Perform other accounting projects as needed
Basic Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree (Business, Accounting,
Finance, or related field) 2+ years of experience in a finance,
accounting or related role Proficient with Quickbooks and Excel
Working knowledge of tax laws and GAAP Excellent communication
skills (presentation, verbal, written, numerical) Ability to manage
sensitive and confidential financial or personal information
Ability to travel 10% of the time for meetings or other needs
Preferred Skills & Experience: Master's degree (MBA, Accounting,
Finance, or related field) Previous exposure to engineering teams
or electronics is NOT required, but a general interest in solving
technical challenges or related to engineering problems is
preferred Demonstrated a strong understanding of preparing and
interpreting financial statements Demonstrated ability working
independently and in large multidisciplinary teams Understanding of
the technical requirements, engineering projects, and working with
engineering teams Quick learner and a deep curiosity of engineering
Detail oriented, focused, well-organized; takes pride in the
quality and accuracy of work Additional Requirements: Applicant
must be willing to work 40 hours a week on-site in El Segundo, CA
Applicant must be eligible to work on ITAR projects Job Type:
Full-time (Salary) ITAR Requirements: To conform to U.S. Government
space technology export regulations, including the International
Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen,
lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as
defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required
authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about
the ITAR here . Benefits: Competitive compensation + equity
incentive plan 100% employer paid health insurance (Medical,
Dental, Vision) for employees + 50% dependent coverage Flexible
paid time off policy + 11 paid holidays + 12 paid sick days 401(k)
retirement account and employer matching (Safe Harbor 4%) Hybrid
working arrangements Paid parental leave & more! Second Order
Effects is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with SOE is
governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and
will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion,
gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability
status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status,
mental or physical disability or any other legally protected
status.
Keywords: Second Order Effects, Los Angeles , Staff Accountant, Accounting, Auditing , El Segundo, California
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