Accountant

Join us on the journey to get to net zero

At Carbon Direct, we dedicate our scientific, software, and business expertise to empower organizations around the world to take climate action.

Our Mission

Enable organizations to reduce, remove, and utilize their emissions with carbon science

We are a purpose-driven carbon management firm dedicated to helping organizations around the world reach their climate goals. We make carbon science accessible and actionable with our end-to-end platform.

Global citizens with global impact

Whether a scientist, developer, or carbon markets expert, we are united by our mission to take climate action now. We are experts in our fields and we act with confidence. Located across 4 countries and 10+ states in the U.S., we offer both remote-friendly work options and dynamic, in-person experiences with offices located in Seattle, WA and Oakland, CA.

Diverse backgrounds bring diverse perspectives

We recognize that teams with diverse backgrounds and different experiences are powerful. Bringing together a variety of perspectives only enhances how we can effectively address the climate crisis. Together, we are creating an environment where everyone is celebrated and anyone can succeed.

Overview 

We are looking for a detailed and motivated Accountant to support accounting operations and processes across Carbon Direct Inc. A successful candidate combines solid analytical skills with knowledge of accounting principles and financial reporting experience. You are detail-oriented, skilled at learning and improving processes across our fast-growing company, and able to collaborate effectively with team members across departments. You will report to our Senior Accounting Manager. Although a background in climate work is a plus but not a prerequisite, a passion for solving climate problems is required.

Responsibilities 

• Own various accounting activities, including key areas such as A/P, payroll, intercompany, and other spend management components
• Assist in completion of financial audits and tax returns
• Collaborate closely within the finance team on financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, collections, and cash management 
• Work independently on monthly and quarterly financial close processes
• Refine accounting infrastructure and systems (e.g., QuickBooks, Bill.com, Rippling, Carta, HubSpot) for a growing organization
• Comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations
• Proactively identify opportunities to improve processes and infrastructure

Qualifications 

• Experience in an accounting, auditing, or finance role.
• Experience working for a fast-growing, entrepreneurial organization is preferred. Bachelor’s degree required; concentration in accounting or finance preferred.
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or similar certification preferred, as is knowledge of GAAP and experience in key areas such as accrued expenses, lease accounting, and software capitalization.
• Prior experience supporting third-party audits is preferred.
• Proven analytical abilities, well-developed communication and organizational skills, and keen attention to detail are vital.

Salary

$95,000-$115,000

Benefits

While we love our work, our lives aren’t defined by it. At Carbon Direct, we offer a robust benefits package that considers the whole person, their partners, and their families – and we’re always looking to improve.

Our U.S. benefits* include:

*Please note that the benefits described apply to U.S.-based employees only. For our international employees, our benefits package varies by each country and its statutory requirements.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Carbon Direct is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, religion, age, sexual orientation, national or ethnic origin, disability, marital status, veteran status, or any other occupationally irrelevant criteria. We adhere rigorously to our equal employment opportunity policies in connection with all employment decisions, including hiring, compensation and promotion.