Staff Accountant

About GoodLeap:

GoodLeap is a technology company delivering best-in-class financing and software products for sustainable solutions, from solar panels and batteries to energy-efficient HVAC, heat pumps, roofing, windows, and more. Over 1 million homeowners have benefited from our simple, fast, and frictionless technology that makes the adoption of these products more affordable, accessible, and easier to understand. Thousands of professionals deploying home efficiency and solar solutions rely on GoodLeap’s proprietary, AI-powered applications and developer tools to drive more transparent customer communication, deeper business intelligence, and streamlined payment and operations. Our platform has led to more than $27 billion in financing for sustainable solutions since 2018.

GoodLeap is also proud to support our award-winning nonprofit, GivePower, which is building and deploying life-saving water and clean electricity systems, changing the lives of more than 1.6 million people across Africa, Asia, and South America.

Summary:

The Staff Accountant is a detail‐oriented and analytical professional with a solid foundation in accounting principles, exceptional organizational skills, and a keen eye for accuracy. The Staff Accountant has a crucial role in maintaining the general ledger, preparing journal entries, and ensuring compliance with relevant regulations. The Staff Accountant will primarily work with accounts ranging from simple to moderately complex.

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• General Ledger Maintenance:
• Maintain accurate and up‐to‐date financial records using accounting software.
• Record day‐to‐day financial transactions, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and other general ledger entries, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
• Monitor and maintain proper documentation for all general ledger entries to ensure audit readiness.
• Financial Reporting and Analysis:
• Record general ledger entries and prepare account reconciliations as part of the period end close process.
• Assist in the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Reconciliation:
• Perform reconciliations, including cash, accounts receivable, prepaids and fixed assets, to ensure accuracy and completeness of financial transactions as part of the financial close.
• Prepare and maintain schedules for various balance sheet and income statement accounts and resolve any discrepancies in a timely manner.
• Compliance and Audit Management:
• Ensure compliance with relevant accounting standards, regulations, and company policies.
• Assist in the preparation of documentation for audits and provide necessary support during audit processes.
• Assist in the preparation of documentation for audits and provide necessary support during audit processes.
• Assist in monthly, quarterly and ad‐hoc financial compliance reporting for external constituents including lenders, investors and regulatory/licensing entities.
• Process Improvement:
• Identify opportunities for process optimization and efficiency improvements within the accounting function.
• Implement and maintain effective internal controls.

Required Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities:

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Up to 2 years of relevant experience in accounting.
• Understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles.
• Intermediate to advanced skill level using Microsoft Excel.
• Excellent critical thinking and problem‐solving skills, and superior attention to detail.
• Must demonstrate exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
• Must demonstrate ability to communicate effectively at all levels of the organization.
• Experience with account reconciliation and financial statement preparation.
• Professional demeanor and presentation when interacting with both internal and external customers.
• Ability to coordinate work with a geographically dispersed team – Zoom/ Slack/ Email connectivity & presence balanced with the ability to get things done.

Compensation: $60,000 - $70,000 per year

Additional Information Regarding Job Duties and Job Descriptions:

Job duties include additional responsibilities as assigned by one's supervisor or other managers related to the position/department. This job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and other skills required for the position. The Company reserves the right at any time with or without notice to alter or change job responsibilities, reassign or transfer job position or assign additional job responsibilities, subject to applicable law. The Company shall provide reasonable accommodations of known disabilities to enable a qualified applicant or employee to apply for employment, perform the essential functions of the job, or enjoy the benefits and privileges of employment as required by the law.

If you are an extraordinary professional who thrives in a collaborative work culture and values a rewarding career, then we want to work with you! Apply today!