Full-Time Staff Accountant

About Activate Global: Activate empowers scientists and engineers to reinvent our world by bringing their research to market. They provide funding, community, mentorship, and network to help scientists become entrepreneurs.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Transactional Accounting: Record and reconcile cash activity, maintain documentation, oversee credit card transactions, and reconcile bank and credit card accounts.
• Provide guidance and training to staff on financial policies and procedures.
• General Ledger: Record accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll transactions, ensuring compliance with GAAP and regulatory requirements. Ensure timely journal entries and conduct preliminary reviews of general ledger and subledgers prior to monthly close.
• Audit and Tax: Assist with data requests for audits and support the preparation of Form 990 and other regulatory filings.

The Ideal Candidate:

• Holds a bachelor’s degree in accounting or a related field (preferred).
• Has 2–4 years of accounting experience, preferably in a startup, small to mid-sized business, or nonprofit.
• Demonstrates proficiency in office productivity software (GSuite and MS Excel).
• Is familiar with accounting software (QuickBooks Online is a plus).
• Has experience with credit card, expense management, or trip management systems (e.g., Divvy, Expensify, Concur).
• Exhibits strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Possesses excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Applies strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Works effectively both independently and collaboratively.
• Manages multiple priorities and meets deadlines.

About the Role: This is a full-time remote position with a salary of $65,000, generous benefits, professional development, wellness funds, unlimited paid time off, healthcare premiums covered at 90%, and a 3% retirement plan match.

Preferred Locations: Denver, CO; Cambridge, MA; New York, NY; Houston, TX; Berkeley, CA.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Activate Global is committed to diversity and inclusion.

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