Staff Accountant
Somerville, MA
Finance – Accounting /
Full Time /
Hybrid
Sublime Systems is a technology company commercializing affordable, ultra-low-carbon cement. Sublime's breakthrough replaces the industry's legacy fossil fuel-fired kilns with an electrochemical system that operates at ambient temperature, eliminating the use of fossil fuel and the need for limestone, resulting in low-carbon, low-embodied energy cement. This technology has the potential to drive gigaton-scale CO2 reductions in an industry responsible for 8 percent of global emissions. Sublime is backed by mission-aligned investors, including The Engine, Prime Impact Fund, Energy Impact Partners, and Lowercarbon Capital. We are building a diverse and collaborative team of folks who are "amped about cement" (pun intended), who share our values (excellence, creativity, and teamwork), and our motivation to create a better world.
Sublime Systems is seeking an experienced Staff Accountant to support the accounting operations of the company and ensure compliance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP). The ideal candidate will have strong organizational skills and effective communication abilities. This full-time position, based in Somerville, MA, offers occasional remote work flexibility and reports to the Accounting Manager.
Responsibilities Include:
- Assist in day-to-day accounting activities, including accounts payable (AP), accounts receivable (AR), to maintain accurate financial records
- Participate in the preparation of financial statements, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements, ensuring accuracy and regulatory compliance
- Provide accurate and timely support of the monthly, quarterly and annual closing and reporting processes
- Perform bank and credit card reconciliations, balance sheet reconciliations, and other processes as part of monthly closing as determined by you and the Accounting Manager
- Obtain and ensure that all necessary supporting documentation (receipts, invoices, timesheets, etc) are received and complete in accordance with applicable policies each month
- Process payroll accurately and ensure compliance with relevant regulations
- Contribute to process improvements and assist in creating and documenting standard operating procedures as needed
- Process invoices accurately, verifying them against purchase orders, contracts, and receipts coding to proper departments and projects
- Assist in gathering documentation and providing support during annual external audits and tax compliance
- Communicate with vendors regarding payment inquiries or issues
- Identify areas for system enhancements and procurement process improvements, implementing changes as directed
- Gather financial data to support finance team activities, assisting with financial reporting and budgeting for grants and stakeholders as necessary
- Perform ad hoc tasks as required or requested by the Finance & Accounting teams
Requirements Include:
- Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance is required
- 2+ years of experience in private industry accounting roles
- High-level of comfort with accounting software and financial systems
- Familiarity with accounting regulations and procedures, including the Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
- Detail-oriented with a high degree of accuracy
- Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team
- Active CPA certification is a plus
- Exceptional organizational and time-management skills
Sublime Systems is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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