Staff Accountant

About Alltus 

We build software that uses natural language processing (NLP) and AI to help local governments work faster, more accurately, and more efficiently. Over 120 local government entities in 25 states rely on us to help drive revenues and provide important services that power society. 

Thrive, wherever you call home. Join our fully remote team and unlock a world of possibilities beyond just a paycheck:

• Globally connected, locally supported: Thrive in a vibrant online community that celebrates your unique talents, wherever you are.
• Supportive parental leave: Welcoming a new member to your crew? We've got your back with time and support to adjust.
• Home office, fully equipped: Craft your ideal workspace with our generous home office and equipment stipend.
• Plus: Flexible work arrangements, continuous learning opportunities, and much more!

This isn't just a job; it's a launchpad for personal and professional growth.

About you

You have a solid understanding of accounting principles, a keen desire to learn and grow, and a strong attention to detail. When something doesn’t look right, you dig in and ask questions until you understand it. Your organization and adaptability let you handle a wide range of tasks and adjust to changing priorities. You take feedback well, work well in a team, and are passionate about using technology to improve efficiency.

Key responsibilities and impact

• General Ledger & Bookkeeping: Record journal entries, maintain the general ledger, and reconcile bank, credit card, and balance sheet accounts each month.
• Accounts Receivable & Revenue Support: Prepare customer invoices, apply payments, manage collections, and keep deferred revenue schedules up to date. Prepare RevOps reporting.
• Accounts Payable & Expense Management: Process vendor invoices and payments, manage the company credit card workflow, review employee expenses for policy compliance, and maintain vendor records, including 1099 tracking.
• Month-End & Year-End Close: Prepare accruals, prepaids, deferrals, and COGS entries. Complete account reconciliations and support monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Cash Management: Track daily cash activity and reconcile cash accounts
• Salesforce & Systems: Maintain customer records, contracts, and commission data in Salesforce, and keep billing and accounting systems in sync.
• Compliance: Prepare and file sales tax returns, monitor payroll tax filings, and maintain state filings and registrations.
• Audit & Tax Support: Prepare schedules and supporting documents for the annual audit, tax returns, and external reporting.
• Records & Organization: Process mail, organize files, and keep accounting records complete and audit-ready.
• Other Projects: Take on additional tasks and projects as needed.

Qualifications

• 2–4 years of accounting experience; SaaS or subscription business experience preferred
• Working knowledge of GAAP, including accrual accounting and revenue recognition (ASC 606)
• Experience with QuickBooks Online or a similar accounting system
• Salesforce experience is a plus
• Strong Excel skills and attention to detail
• Organized, dependable, and comfortable owning recurring deadlines

Our culture

• EQ > IQ: We value great minds and the ability to communicate with empathy
• Customer Comes First: We work closely with our clients to understand their needs and how they use our products
• Start-to-Finish Ownership: We take responsibility for anything we can influence
• Actively Practice Inclusion: Creating a diverse and inclusive team is as important to us as building a good product
• Fast-Paced Environment: The “growth mindset” is key to our success. If it won’t break anything, go for it!