Staff Accountant

Everyone is welcome at Handshake. We know diverse teams build better products and we are committed to creating an inclusive culture built on a foundation of respect for all individuals.

We strongly encourage candidates from non-traditional backgrounds, historically marginalized or underrepresented groups to apply.

Not sure what skills you will need for this opportunity Simply read the full description below to get a complete picture of candidate requirements.

Your impact

We are thrilled to welcome a highly motivated Staff Accountant to our expanding Handshake team. In this role, you will support the Accounts Payable Manager and play a crucial part in the accounting process.

You'll take the lead in managing our accounts payable process, including booking invoices, coding credit card transactions, and conducting monthly reconciliations.

You will work directly with vendors to maintain strong business relationships and offer support and assistance. Your work will ensure accuracy and alignment with our policies, keeping us on track with our month-end close timeline.

You'll have the opportunity to work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment and contribute to the development of new processes.

The ideal candidate possesses strong analytical and organizational skills, meticulous attention to detail, excellent interpersonal communication abilities, and a willingness to thrive in a fast-paced setting.

Your role

• Invoice and Credit Card Processing : Enter, code, and process invoices and credit card charges accurately and in a timely manner.
• Vendor Relations : Work with vendors to onboard them and resolve payment inquiries as needed.
• Validate policy compliance for bills, credit card charges and expenses filed via expense report against approved purchase requests.
• Review and approve expense reports based on the company’s expense report policy.
• Manage school payment reimbursements process.
• Ensure timely posting of bank account transactions and ensure bank posting completeness on a weekly basis.
• Perform month-end duties such as posting journal entries and account reconciliations (Fixed Assets, Prepaid Expenses, Cash and Banks).
• Handle checks deposit and customer payment application.
• Assist in statutory filling.
• Support automation efforts in procurement to pay and expense reimbursement process.
• Establish and maintain relationships with vendors and internal stakeholders.
• Identify process improvement areas, offer solutions and collaborate to drive process implementations.
• Perform ad hoc projects as necessary.
• Assist with auditor requests.

Your Experience

• 2-3 years of related accounting experience is required.
• Experience with Netsuite, Bill, Expensify and G-Suite.
• Experience within a high-growth / fast-paced businesses.
• Skilled team player with experience working with cross-functional business stakeholders.
• Attention to detail and organization skills.
• BS / BA Degree or equivalent with a background.

Bonus areas of expertise

Teampay, Brex and Navan experience would be a plus.

Compensation Range

$80k - $90k.

For cash compensation, we set standard ranges for all U.S.-based roles based on function, level, and geographic location, benchmarked against similar stage growth companies.

Final offer amounts are determined by multiple factors, including geographic location as well as candidate experience and expertise, and may vary from the amounts listed above.

About Us

Handshake is the #1 place to launch a career with no connections, experience, or luck required. The platform connects up-and-coming talent with 750,000+ employers - from Fortune 500 companies like Google, Nike, and Target to thousands of public school districts, healthcare systems, and nonprofits.

In 2022 we announced our $200M Series F funding round. This Series F fundraise and valuation of $3.5B will fuel Handshake’s next phase of growth and propel our mission to help more people start, restart, and jumpstart their careers.

When it comes to our workforce strategy, we’ve thought deeply about how work-life should look at Handshake. With our hybrid-work model, employees benefit from collaboration and shared team experiences three days per week in our vibrant offices, and enjoy the flexibility of remote work two days per week.

Handshake is headquartered in San Francisco, with offices in New York, London, and Berlin.

What we offer

At Handshake, we'll give you the tools to feel healthy, happy and secure.

Benefits Below Apply To Employees In Full-time Positions.

• Equity and ownership in a fast-growing company.
• 16 Weeks of paid parental leave for birth giving parents & 10 weeks of paid parental leave for non-birth giving parents.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision policies including LGBTQ+ Coverage. We also provide resources for Mental Health Assistance, Employee Assistance Programs and counseling support.
• Handshake offers $500 / £360 home office stipend for you to spend during your first 3 months to create a productive and comfortable workspace at home.
• Generous learning & development opportunities and an annual $2,000 / £1,500 / €1,850 stipend for you to grow your skills and career.
• Financial coaching through Origin to help you through your financial journey.
• Monthly internet stipend and a brand new MacBook to allow you to do your best work.
• Monthly commuter stipend for you to expense your travel to the office (for office-based employees).
• Free lunch provided twice a week across all offices.
• Referral bonus to reward you when you bring great talent to Handshake.

US-specific Benefits, In Addition To The First Section)

• 401k Match : Handshake offers a dollar-for-dollar match on 1% of deferred salary, up to a maximum of $1,200 per year.
• All full-time US-based Handshakers are eligible for our flexible time off policy to get out and see the world. In addition, we offer 8 standardized holidays, and 2 additional days of flexible holiday time off.

Lastly, we have a Winter #ShakeBreak, a one-week period of Collective Time Off.

Lactation support : Handshake partners with Milk Stork to provide a comprehensive 100% employer-sponsored lactation support to traveling parents and guardians.

UK-specific Benefits, In Addition To The First Section)

Pension Scheme : Handshake will provide you with a workplace pension, where you will make contributions based on 5% of your salary.

Handshake will pay the equivalent of 3% towards your pension plan, subject to qualifying earnings limits.

• Up to 25 days of vacation to encourage people to reset, recharge, and refresh, in addition to 8 bank holidays throughout the year.
• Regular offsites each year to bring the team together + opportunity to travel to our HQ in San Francisco.
• Discounts across various high street retailers, cinemas and other social activities exclusively for Handshake UK employees.

Germany-specific Benefits, In Addition To The First Section)

• 25 days of annual leave + 5 days of a winter #ShakeBreak, a one-week period of Collective Time Off across the company.
• Regular offsites each year to bring the team together + opportunity to travel to our HQ in San Francisco once a year.
• Urban sports club membership offering access to a diverse network of fitness and wellness facilities.
• Discounts across various high street retailers, cinemas and other social activities exclusively for Handshake Germany employees.

For roles based in Romania : Please ask your recruiter about region specific benefits.

Looking for more? Explore our mission, values and comprehensive US benefits at joinhandshake.com / careers.

Handshake is committed to providing reasonable accommodations in our recruitment processes for candidates with disabilities, sincerely held religious beliefs or other reasons protected by applicable laws.

If you need assistance or reasonable accommodation, please reach out to us at [email protected].

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