Activate · 7 hours ago
Controller
United States
Full-time
Remote
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$130K/yr - $150K/yr
10+ years exp
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Responsibilities
Provides leadership to accounting personnel through effective objective setting, delegation, and communication. Conducts meetings to ensure that personnel are well informed of changes in programs, policies, and procedures
Leads technology selection processes, implementation, and management of accounting software
Coordinates the preparation of monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements and reports
Ensures compliance with local, state and federal government reporting requirements and tax filings and ensures all returns are filed timely and accurately. Formulates, recommends and implements sound fiscal policies, procedures and internal controls
Facilitates the annual financial audit and single audit, any relevant funder audits, and the preparation of Form 990
Oversees all financial transactional activity, including accounts payable, accounts receivable and payroll and ensures that all financial transactions and journal entries are recorded both timely and accurately in accordance with organization policies, GAAP and governmental regulations
Researches treatment of accounting transactions to be in accordance with GAAP and government regulations
Reviews key monthly account analyses; i.e. fixed assets, bank reconciliations, G/L to subsidiary ledger reconciliation
Maintains structure and ensures maximization of accounting software.
Assists Senior Management with analysis and participates in quarterly Audit and Budget committee meetings with the Board
Communicates fiscal policies and procedures to employees.
Leads and participates in special projects that further the goals of the Accounting and Finance Department.
Stays abreast of trends and changes in the accounting field.
Brings commitment and integrity to accomplishing Activate’s mission and goals, performing other duties as assigned
Qualification
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Required
Bachelors degree in accounting required
10+ years of progressive financial accounting experience, including 5+ years of supervisory experience
Has managed an accounting team, with proven ability to develop and mentor staff during organizational development and transitions
Experience managing financial audits and single audits
Experience working with more than one accounting system (e.g., Quickbooks Online, Sage Intacct, Oracle Netsuite)
Experience with technology implementations to improve financial management systems and accounting processes
Has worked with one or more credit card, expense management, and/or trip management systems such as Divvy, Expensify, Concur, etc.
Facilitates changes by encouraging others to seek opportunities for new approaches to addressing problems and opportunities
Ability to effectively prioritize multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced, growth-oriented organization
Leader who ensures a productive working environment and confidently coaches and motivates employees to meet organizational goals
Knowledge and application of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles
Strong analytical skills and ability to problem solve
Stays abreast of trends and changes in the accounting field
Feels like the world’s scientific and entrepreneurial talent should be focused on more serious pursuits than dog-walking apps
Preferred
CPA preferred
Benefits
Professional development
$2,000 in annual wellness funds
Unlimited paid time off
Healthcare premiums covered for employees and dependents at 90%
The opportunity to join a retirement plan with a 3% match beginning after 3 months at Activate
Company
Activate
Activate empowers entrepreneurial scientists and engineers to transform their research into world-changing products and businesses.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageTotal Funding
$7.88M2023-07-12Series Unknown· $7.88M
Leadership Team
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Naomi Baer
Chief Operating Officer
Chris Thomas
Vice President, Engagement & Strategic Communications
Recent News
2024-12-03
SEC
2023-07-14
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