GreenLite · 8 hours ago
Senior Accountant
NYC Metro Area
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
3+ years expGreenLite is a company founded in 2022 that focuses on eliminating permitting uncertainty for developers through AI-powered technology and expert-led compliance. The Senior Accountant will manage accounts receivable and payable, assist with month-end close processes, and ensure accurate financial reporting while collaborating with various teams to enhance customer satisfaction and streamline processes.
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Responsibilities
Review and issue customer invoices accurately and on time, in accordance with contract terms and customer requirements
Directly interact with GreenLite customers in the accounting onboarding process and invoice collections process as required
Own the accounts receivable aging and follow up on outstanding balances
Collaborate with the sales and operations teams to resolve billing issues and ensure customer satisfaction
Assist in cash receipt application and bank reconciliations
Help maintain accurate records in the general ledger, including journal entries related to accounts receivables
Facilitate the customer onboarding process to ensure accurate and timely invoicing
Assist in managing the internal spend request (purchase order) process and evaluate the impact of purchase requests on cash flow
Encourage approval process adherence by ensuring spend owners have easy access to the status of their request, and the consumption of approved spend over time
Own the monthly spend variance analysis, including root causes of unapproved spending, and implement processes to remediate
Work with spend request owners to ensure the timing of expected billing on open purchase orders is accurate as each quarter closes
Ensure accounts payable invoices are processed and paid in an accurate and timely manner and ensure proper payment timing to encourage cash conservation
Own the expense accrual process during the close cycle to ensure that all necessary expenses are reflected in the financial statements
Own the expense deferral process (prepaid expenses) through the accounts payable life cycle including adherence with the deferred expense policy, identification of the service period of the vendor bill, etc
Work cross functionally with the Head of Sales and Head of Operations to ensure accurate commission and bonus accruals
Support the month-end close process by reviewing the work output of the external bookkeeping partner
Work with our external bookkeeping partners to ensure data integrity across systems
Assist in implementing process improvements to streamline billing, collections, and reconciliation workflows
Participate in ad hoc projects, such as financial reporting preparation, audit preparation, and systems migration and implementation
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
Strong understanding of GAAP and accrual accounting principles
3-5+ years of accounting experience
Strong understanding of core accounting principles and financial reporting
Exposure to invoicing systems, QuickBooks, and/or ERP tools or a willingness to learn through self-paced learning and on the job training
Intermediate to advanced Microsoft Excel skills (e.g., basic formulas, sorting, filtering, VLOOKUPs, INDEX, MATCH, pivot tables)
Experience with and/or willingness to learn about technical systems integrations and flow of data between our accounts receivable subledger (AirTable), accounts payable subledger (Bill.com), and the ERP (Quickbooks)
Ability to interact with customers, external bookkeeping firms, and other external accounting stakeholders
Clear written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work well independently and as part of a team
Positive attitude and eagerness to contribute to a dynamic, growing company
Strong attention to detail, organizational, and time management skills
Preferred
Experience in a fast-paced high-growth environment in addition to the above is desired but not required
Experience working with external bookkeeping partners is desirable but not required
Benefits
Competitive Compensation - Generous base salary & access to our Employee Equity Program, so you can grow with us.
Performance-Based Annual Bonuses - Rewards for high-impact results and contributions that move the needle.
Premium Health Coverage - Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance for full-time team members and their families.
401(k) Retirement Plan - Helping you invest in your future with smart saving options.
Parental Leave - Generous parental leave for all parents to support your growing family.
Wellness Support - Monthly Wellness Stipend and full access to Wellhub, Talkspace, & Teladoc for your physical and mental well-being.
Weekly Team Lunches - Enjoy catered lunches every week in our NYC office. Great food, better company.
Company-Wide Team All Hands - Held twice a year, fostering transparency, alignment, and inspiration.
Team-Building Events - Regular opportunities to connect, collaborate, and celebrate as a team.
Unlimited PTO - Flexible time off so you can recharge, travel, or take care of life as needed.
Hybrid Work Environment – Our team thrives on collaboration, so we’re in the office 4 days per week. In the summer, from Memorial Day to Labor Day, we switch to a 3-day in-office schedule to give everyone extra flexibility.
Company
GreenLite
GreenLite is a national permitting partner helping developers, architects, and contractors open projects faster and with less risk.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$86MKey Investors
Insight PartnersCraft VenturesTrust Ventures
2025-09-15Series B· $49.5M
2024-09-17Series A· $28.5M
2023-10-31Seed· $8M
Leadership Team
James Gallagher
CEO & Co-Founder
Benjamin Allen
Co-Founder & Chief Business Development Officer
Recent News
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