Senior Accountant

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🕒 July 14

🇺🇸 United States – Remote

💵 $120k - $145k / year

⏰ Full Time

🟠 Senior

💲 Accountant / Accounting

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Earth Species Project

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1 - 10 employees

Founded 2018

🤖 Artificial Intelligence

🔬 Science

🤝 Non-profit

Artificial Intelligence • Science • Non-profit

Earth Species Project is a non-profit organization focused on using artificial intelligence to decode non-human communication. The organization is dedicated to understanding the languages of various species, which it believes can transform human relationships with nature and support conservation efforts. Through innovative AI-driven techniques, Earth Species Project aims to unlock communication with other species, revolutionizing the study of animal behavior and contributing to biodiversity conservation. Their cutting-edge projects involve generating and interpreting animal vocalizations, such as those of whales and crows, to better understand their communication and cognitive capabilities.

📋 Description

• Maintain the general ledger and accounting records in QuickBooks Online. • Record and review journal entries, accruals, prepaids, and other adjustments. • Perform monthly bank, investment, and balance sheet account reconciliations. • Complete monthly and year-end closing processes. • Ensure financial records are maintained in accordance with GAAP and nonprofit accounting standards. • Prepare monthly financial statements and supporting schedules. • Process vendor invoices and payment requests through BILL or similar software. • Maintain vendor files, including W-9 documentation. • Coordinate payment runs and electronic disbursements. • Monitor cash balances and assist with cash flow planning. • Prepare bank deposits and record receipts. • Review expense coding and supporting documentation. • Follow up with employees regarding missing receipts or coding issues. • Reconcile monthly credit card activity and import transactions into the accounting system. • Maintain records for restricted grants and contributions. • Track grant revenues and expenditures by funding source within the general ledger. • Prepare and record payroll journal entries. • Serve as the primary liaison with GMBA for ongoing coordination and data exchange. • Prepare monthly financial reporting packages for management. • Prepare audit schedules and supporting documentation.

🎯 Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; or equivalent experience. • 2–5 years of progressive accounting experience. • Proficiency with QuickBooks Online or comparable accounting software. • Experience with BILL, Ramp or similar cloud-based finance applications. • Strong Excel skills. • Understanding of U.S. GAAP and nonprofit financial reporting. • Strong attention to detail and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines. • Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities. • Strong written and verbal communication skills. • Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with leadership and external advisors.

🏖️ Benefits

• Medical insurance, dental insurance, and vision insurance – ESP covers 100% of the premium • 401k plan with match • 2,000 USD home office stipend • Unlimited paid time off, with a recommended minimum of three weeks per year • Flexible working hours • Regular team retreats around the world