Wing
Accounting Lead
Palo Alto, California · Full-time
Sponsorship not specified$199k-$212kDetected 124 days ago
Financial AnalysisAccountingSAPLogisticsERPCommunicationProblem SolvingGAAPIFRSFinancial ReportingInternal Audit
About the role
- This role is hybrid based in Palo Alto, CA.
- We are seeking a highly-motivated, detail oriented, and collaborative individual to join our growing accounting team.
- This position will be responsible for leading month-end close activities and aligning our business operations to accounting standards.
Responsibilities
- Own month end close responsibilities for critical accounting processes, including journal entries & critical reconciliations
- Support reporting & other deliverable coordination with Alphabet
- Maintain ownership of Chart of Account structure, including new account & cost center creation
- Review significant vendor contracts to ensure alignment with policies & optimize accounting processes
- Strengthen and/or implement internal controls to maintain financial accuracy & integrity
- Partner with finance & other stakeholders to provide timely & transparent guidance on accounting impacts for key transactions
Requirements
- 12+ years of relevant accounting experience, within technology, logistics, or manufacturing industries
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or Economics or equivalent practical experience
- Experience with SAP S/4 or equivalent ERP
- Experience evaluating contracts & operationalizing contracts under ASC 842
- Experience establishing and implementing processes that scale with business
- Comfort dealing with ambiguity in a fast-paced environment
- Experience with System implementation projects to improve core ERP functionality
Nice to have
- Wing offers drone delivery as a safe, fast, and sustainable solution for last mile logistics.
- Consumer appetites for on-demand services are increasing, but current delivery methods are inefficient, costly, and contribute to road accidents and air pollution.
- Wing's fleet of highly automated delivery drones can transport small packages directly from businesses to homes on-demand, in minutes.
- If you're ready to do the greatest work of your life, come join us.
- Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Chartered Accountant (CA) License is preferred
- Strong understanding and application of accounting principles and financial reporting (GAAP required or IFRS is a nice to have)
Skills
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and attention to detail and accuracy skills
- Strong interpersonal skills with a desire to actively contribute to our work culture
Compensation
- $199,000 - $212,000 USD
Equal opportunity
- Wing is an equal opportunity employer and it is Wing's policy to comply with all applicable national, state and local laws pertaining to nondiscrimination and equal opportunity.
- If you have a need that requires accommodation during the interview process due to a disability or special need, please let us know by completing our Candidate Accommodations Request Form.
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