Accounting Manager

About the Job

Location: Bay Area, CA
Min Experience: 7 years
Type: Full-Time | Internal Level: 3
Annual Base Salary: $110,000 to $150,000
Bonus Potential:  $15,000
Overall compensation (base salary + discretionary bonus or commission if sales) for this role will be provided commensurate with years of experience and qualifications.

Company

GreenBiz Group is a fast-growing media and events company that accelerates a just transition to a clean economy. Through events that galvanize, stories that amplify, and peer networks that bond, we define markets and advance opportunities at the intersection of business, technology and sustainability. We are a passionate team of people that builds and empowers communities to confront the threats of climate change and solve the thorniest challenges of our time.

Position

GreenBiz Group is seeking a full-time Accounting Manager, who will be responsible for managing the company's accounting functions, including financial reporting, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and general ledger accounting, and oversee a senior staff accountant.

This is a newly created role reporting to the SVP of Finance. The ideal candidate will have a solid accounting understanding, and one that is proactive, self-directed and connected, and someone that can potentially evolve to become the Controller. The Accounting Manager will be expected to provide support in senior-level meetings, take part in key growth projects, and be comfortable with interfacing with a variety of audiences internally and externally. You will be part of a work culture where we thrive on innovation, collaboration, diversity, agility, and trust.

Our HQ is based in Oakland, CA, this position would require some light travel to the HQ office at times.

Responsibilities

• Manage the day-to-day accounting operations of the company, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and general ledger accounting.

• Ensure the accuracy and timeliness of month-end procedures and create a sound process as the company grows.

• Prepare monthly balance sheet reconciliations, income and cashflow statements.

• Maintain an effective internal control environment in line with company’s operations.

• Directly liaise with external tax firm that prepare and file tax returns, to ensure compliance with all applicable tax laws and regulations.

• Establish and maintain effective relationships with other departments and external partners, including attorneys, bankers, valuers, customers and vendors.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance required; CPA certification required.

• Minimum of 7 years of experience in accounting or finance, ideally with a mix of public accounting and industry experience.

• Strong knowledge of GAAP and accounting principles and practices.

• Experience with financial reporting, with strong analytical skills and structured thinking, and able to problem solve solutions for ambiguous situations. 

• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.

• Low ego with a willingness to jump into day-to-day tasks with excitement

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel with experience in Netsuite and Anaplan a plus.

About GreenBiz Group

GreenBiz offers a remote culture that is collaborative, hardworking and fun. Our team is spread across the USA; however, we also have a small office located in the heart of downtown Oakland, California. Please include a cover letter and resume when applying and familiarize yourself with our website at www.greenbiz.com.

We offer a competitive employee benefits package including:

• Full medical and dental benefits

• Retirement savings options

• Generous holiday schedule

• Discretionary paid vacation time

• Paid sick time

• Two paid volunteer days per year

• Reimbursement for home office expenses

• Employee stock option plan

Vaccination Requirement

GreenBiz Group requires new hires to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 for all roles. GreenBiz Group provides reasonable accommodations consistent with legal requirements unless it results in undue hardship for the business. Additional information will be provided during the hiring process.

Equal Employment Opportunity

GreenBiz Group values a diverse workplace and strongly encourages women, people of color, LGBTQIA+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply. GreenBiz Group is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will not be discriminated against because of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin, disability, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, medical condition or any protected category prohibited by local, state or federal laws.