Senior Accountant - Finance

BETA Technologies is seeking a Senior Accountant in South Burlington, VT, to manage financial processes, including month-end and year-end closes, financial reporting, and account reconciliation. The role involves analyzing financial data, supporting audits, and collaborating with various departments. Candidates should have a degree in Accounting or Finance and at least 2 years of relevant experience. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software is required.
At BETA Technologies, we apply our intellectual curiosity, passion for aviation, and commitment to sustainability toward a shared mission of revolutionizing electric aviation. Regardless of the position one holds, each team member brings their talent and desire to positively impact the environment and lives of others in a refreshing, vibrant, and inclusive culture.

We seek a motivated Senior Accountant to join our team and support our corporate accounting function. This role is crucial for managing the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes, and ensuring accurate compilation and reporting of accounting data. You will liaise between the company and external parties, maintain reliable documentation, and manage transactions within our accounting systems. Additionally, you will prepare and analyze financial reports, create journal entries, and reconcile ledger accounts.

How you will contribute to revolutionizing electric aviation:
• Financial Data Analysis: Analyze a wide range of transaction data, including Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, time billing, Payroll, General Ledger, tax payments, and inventory movement.
• Financial Reporting: Assist in preparing detailed financial information, including monthly and quarterly financial reports, weekly forecasts for the Management Team, and ad hoc reports as needed.
• Month-End and Quarterly Close: Post journal entries for month-end and quarterly close processes, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
• Account Reconciliation: Reconcile general ledger accounts and resolve discrepancies.
• Audit Support: Aid the Accounting Manager with annual financial audits by serving as the liaison with auditors.
• Cross-Departmental Support: Provide support to various departments with transaction data and accounting summaries.
• Special Projects: Assist with special financial projects on an ad hoc basis.
• Variance Analysis: Perform variance analysis on account balances to identify trends and discrepancies.

Minimum Qualifications we are seeking:
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field preferred.
• 2+ years of progressive accounting experience in public accounting or a similar work environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word, with experience in accounting software. Familiarity with Google G-Suite (Drive, Mail, Calendar, Docs, Sheets, Slides, Charts, Hangouts), Slack, and application lifecycle.
• Familiarity with relevant accounting standards such as ASC 842 (Leases), ASC 606 (Revenue from Contracts with Customers), ASC 718 (Compensation—Stock Compensation), and ASC 360 (Property, Plant, and Equipment).
• Strong organizational, oral, and written communication skills.
• High attention to detail and strong analytical abilities.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects and deadlines.

Above and Beyond Qualifications that will distinguish you:
• CPA License
• SOX experience
• Experience with large-scale ERP systems (PLEX, Oracle, SAP, etc.)
• Background in cost accounting experience

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions. While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to use hands or fingers, and handle or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus. The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate.

Inclusivity Statement

Each of our backgrounds influences how we evaluate our own abilities. Research reveals that BIPOC, LGBTQ+, women, those from working-class backgrounds, individuals with disabilities, and other marginalized groups may hesitate to apply for roles if they don't meet all the requirements. Many skills can be learned on the job. If you can envision contributing value to our community and meet most criteria, we encourage you to apply.

BETA Technologies provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, place of birth, citizenship, disability, veteran or military status, health coverage status, HIV status, genetic information, crime victim status, pregnancy or a pregnancy-related condition or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law. The company does not discriminate, and will not discriminate, and will not tolerate discrimination, based on any of these characteristics during the application process or in employment.

All offers of employment at BETA Technologies are contingent upon favorable results of a thorough background check.

BETA Technologies is an E-Verify employer.