Accountant III

Sila•Alameda, CA

9d•$105,000 - $123,000•Onsite

About The Position

We are Sila, a next-generation battery materials company. Our mission is to power the world’s transition to clean energy. To create this future, our team is building a better lithium-ion battery from the inside out today. We engineer and manufacture ground-breaking battery materials that significantly increase the energy density of batteries, while reducing their size and weight. The result? Smaller more powerful batteries that can unlock innovation in consumer devices and accelerate the mass adoption of electric cars to eliminate our dependence on fossil fuels. We're tackling one of the biggest challenges of our time every day, and together we're redefining what's possible. Are you ready to be a part of a team committed to changing the world? As a Senior Staff Accountant, you will be a key member of our accounting team, responsible for performing period-end close functions including preparing journal entries, account reconciliations and monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements. In addition, you will be responsible for technical accounting areas such as accounts receivable, grants, revenue, internal controls, and financial reporting. As the Company grows, this role will partner with the Accounting Manager and Controller to develop and improve the Company’s internal controls, policies and procedures.

Requirements

Minimum of 3 to 5 years of proven experience, including a combination of public accounting and shown experience in a large, multinational manufacturing company
Extensive experience with technical accounting research and GAAP reporting
Experience with mid to large-scale ERP systems preferred in a manufacturing environment (Sage X3,Coupa)
Proficient with Google Apps (Gmail, Docs, Sheets)
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
Ability to work collaboratively with team members across departments, contributing to a positive team environment

Nice To Haves

CPA highly preferred

Responsibilities

Perform month-end closing activities, including journal entries, account reconciliations, and preparation of financial statements in accordance with US GAAP
Support the annual audit process, including liaising with external auditors, providing audit support, and addressing questions or concerns during the audit process
Grants: Maintain grant tracking schedules, record grant-related journal entries, and assess accounting implications of grant activities based on US GAAP (e.g., recording revenue and receivable entries, tracking aging of grant receivables, and creating invoices, etc.)
Accounts Receivable: collaborate effectively with the sales operations team, providing essential financial and tax-related support throughout the sales cycle including quotations, sales order confirmations and invoicing
Oversee various key balance sheet accounts such as revenue, accounts receivable, and accrued liabilities
Perform independent research and draft technical accounting memos on various complex accounting issues (e.g., revenue recognition from contracts with customers under ASC 606, etc.)
Develop, refine and document business processes and accounting procedures to maintain and strengthen internal controls
Prepare financial reports for monthly and quarterly meetings with management and the company’s Board of Directors
Support and assist junior accounting staff in the development of their professional skills
Perform other job related duties and ad hoc tasks as assigned such as various regulatory tax filings