Who We are

Electric is on a mission to simplify IT for small businesses everywhere. In the US alone, 99% of companies are small businesses, and we have a huge opportunity to impact how they run by providing a solution that makes managing IT easy (even if you’re not an IT expert)! We do that for almost 1,000 small businesses and over 55,000 users with IT Management Software that makes technical things like device management, application provisioning, cybersecurity policies, employee onboarding, and compliance reporting easy to manage and improve.

Our employees are our most valuable asset. We have a people-first culture that prioritizes inclusion, support, growth, and development. You're not just an employee here; you're an important part of our community and of our mission to simplify IT.

If you want to bring your skills to a highly collaborative team and are passionate about pairing the creative with the analytical, have a flair for testing and experimentation, embody grit, determination, and curiosity, and want to be part of bringing Electric to small businesses across the U.S., read on.

Overview

Electric’s Finance Team is seeking a Manager of Accounting to oversee the accounting team and ensure the accuracy and transparency in our financial reporting. Reporting to the Controller, this role will focus on overseeing the company's accounting operations, developing internal control guidelines, and providing financial analysis and insights to inform strategic decision-making.

This is a highly visible and strategic position that has the opportunity to shape cross-functional initiatives, foster collaboration among departments, and deliver impactful financial insights that drive the company's overall success.

The ideal candidate will possess a robust background in financial management, demonstrate keen analytical skills, and have a proven track record of leading teams to achieve organizational goals.

What you’ll do

Manage and oversee daily operations of the accounting department, including accounts payable/receivable, cash receipts, general ledger, payroll, and utilities
Establish and enforce proper accounting methods, policies, and principles
Coordinate and complete monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements
Review and recommend modifications to accounting systems and procedures
Maintain a cohesive accounting team by recruiting, training, and coaching employees
Produce financial reports and present findings and recommendations to upper management
Participate in financial standards setting and forecast process
Support month-end and year-end close processes
Ensure compliance with GAAP and other regulatory requirements
Collaborate with external auditors and provide required support

Who you are

Bachelor's degree in Accounting. CPA preferred.
5+ years of accounting experience, preferably in a mix of Public Accounting and startup or tech environment
2+ years of management experience
Strong understanding of accounting theory and financial reporting
Proficient in Netsuite
Strong leadership skills and experience in managing a team
Excellent problem-solving and communication skills

Working Conditions

If the job requires a person to work in special working conditions this should be stated in the job description. Special working conditions cover a range of circumstances from regular evening and weekend work, shift work, working outdoors, working with challenging clients, and so forth. Include what it’s like to work at this company, in this role, today (i.e. the “gotcha’s)

Physical Requirements

If the job is physically demanding, this should be stated in the job description. A physically demanding job is one where they are required to stand for extended periods of time, lift heavy objects on a regular basis, do repetitive tasks with few breaks, and so forth.

Excited about the opportunity, but worried you don’t meet all the requirements? We recognize that people are less likely to apply to jobs where they don’t meet every single qualification. Imposter syndrome can get in the way of meeting spectacular candidates. We encourage you to apply anyway, and give us both the chance to find out if you’re the right candidate for this or other roles!

Read about working at Electric here and meet our leadership team!

We offer a range of benefits that include:

Flexible and generous PTO
Mental Wellness Days
Volunteer Days
Medical, Vision, Dental, and Orthadontia Coverage
401k
ESOP (Employee Stock Option Program)
Kindbody Membership for Family Planning
Pre-taxed Commuter Benefits
Generous Parental Leave
Paid medical, family, and military leave
Short and Long Term Disability
Employee Assistance Programs
Life Insurance funded by Electric
Training and career growth
Awesome team building events!

Where?

We are headquartered in NYC, with an office in Denton, TX and remote locations across 24 states. Our largest markets outside of the Tri-State area and Dallas-Fort Worth area are San Diego, Denver, Raleigh. We embrace a hybrid culture and offer opportunities throughout the year for folks to get together in regional markets or at HQ. With a widely distributed team, we are used to working remotely across different time zones.

See below to see if you are eligible to work within the 23 states we hire in: Arizona, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Florida, Georgia, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Nebraska, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Oklahoma, Oregon, Rhode Island, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, Wisconsin.

Standard Working Hours: 9:00AM -6:00PM

We are an equal opportunity employer.

We are proud to foster a workplace free from discrimination. We strongly believe that diversity of experience, perspectives, and background will lead to a better environment for our employees and a better product for our users.

We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment. Electric does not discriminate against candidates or employees because of their sex, race, gender identity, disability, age, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, veteran status or any other protected status under the law.

Accommodations

Electric is committed to providing access, equal opportunities, and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. To request a reasonable accommodation as part of the recruitment process, please contact: TA@electric.ai.

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