Senior Accountant

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In the time it takes you to read this job description, RapidSOS will have handled ~1,380 emergencies.

At RapidSOS, we are committed to using technology to build a safer, stronger future and working together to save lives. We're in an exciting phase of growth, welcoming new members from across the globe to our mission-driven, ambitious, and inclusive team. Our work is founded on our values of trust and safety, pioneering, urgency, and purpose over pride, all of which support a company culture where people can innovate, collaborate, grow, and, above all, make an impact. If that sounds like an exciting opportunity, we want to hear from you!

In partnership with public safety, RapidSOS has created the world's first intelligent safety platform that securely links life-saving data from 500M+ connected devices directly to 911 and first responders in an emergency. Through the platform, we're providing intelligent data that supports over 5,300 Emergency Communications Centers, protecting 95%+ of people in the US, across 165+ million emergencies annually.

What this role is about:

RapidSOS is looking for a Senior Accountant to join our Finance team reporting directly to our Controller. You will assist our Finance team with responsibilities including but not limited to: general ledger accounting in accordance with US GAAP, consolidation and financial reporting, technical accounting research, supporting our annual audit and tax compliance, improving our infrastructure to scale operations and preparing RapidSOS for an exciting future. We are looking for someone who thrives in a dynamic, startup environment. The ideal candidate is resourceful, energetic, detail-oriented, and passionate about saving lives!

What you'll do:

• Manage day-to-day accounting activities, including month-end and year-end financial close activities and analysis, preparation of journal entries and account reconciliations, and preparation of ongoing analytics to understand variances and explain trends/fluctuations
• Develop, implement, and maintain strong accounting and related financial policies, processes, and control systems ensuring compliance with US GAAP
• Identify opportunities to create operational and process efficiencies including documentation and working cross-functionally to create repeatable, consistent best practices that are scalable
• Collaborate cross-functionally across RapidSOS teams to drive the revenue recognition process
• Play a key role in consolidation of other subsidiaries, serving as the primary liaison for year-end audit in partnership with external auditors, and researching technical accounting and compliance issues
• Own preparation of monthly consolidated financial statements and support ad hoc accounting projects

What we're looking for in our ideal candidate:

• 3+ years of relevant accounting experience with an ideal combination of public accounting in audit and private industry experience
• CPA required
• Strong technical accounting skills, including experience with US GAAP revenue recognition practices (ASC 606), consolidation, and financial reporting
• Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office, especially Excel
• You are self-directed and enjoy solving difficult problems in a collaborative environment
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Exceptional attention to detail and ability to evaluate complex transactions
• Open to coming into office around 1x/month

Nice-to-have experience (but not required!):

• Startup experience a plus
• Big 4 experience a plus
• Proficiency with NetSuite and Salesforce

What we offer:

• The chance to work with a passionate team on solving one of the largest challenges globally
• Competitive salary and benefits and equity participation
• A dynamic, flexible and fun start-up work environment with a highly talented team

If you're curious to learn more about RapidSOS, you can check out https://rapidsos.com/blog/

Starting pay for a successful applicant will depend on a variety of job-related factors, which may include experience, relevant skills, training, education, location, business needs, or market demands. The salary range for this role is $105,000 - $130,000. This role will also be eligible to receive equity options. #LI-Hybrid

Interested in the role but you don't meet 100% of the requirements? We'd love to hear from you! We encourage you to apply; we'd be excited to see if your unique skill set and experience could be a match.