Our Mission
SPAN is enabling electrification for all ⚡
We are a mission-driven company designing, building, and deploying products that electrify the built environment, reduce carbon emissions, and slow the effects of climate change.
Decarbonization is the process to reduce or remove greenhouse gas emissions, especially carbon dioxide, from entering our atmosphere.
Electrification is the process of replacing fossil fuel appliances that run on gas or oil with all-electric upgrades for a cleaner way to power our lives.
At SPAN, we believe in:
Enabling homes and vehicles powered by clean energy
Making electrification upgrades possible
Building more resilient homes with reliable backup
Designing a flexible and distributed electrical grid
The Role
The Accounting Manager is a vital position on the accounting team at SPAN. Reporting to the VP, Controller, this individual will demonstrate the ability to manage a team of one or two staff. The Accounting Manager will demonstrate a strategic mindset and act in a fiduciary capacity with respect to the company’s assets and business interests. Critical skills for this position include solid experience with US GAAP, clear communications, being a team player, maintaining confidentiality, detail-oriented, and acting with the highest degree of integrity.
Responsibilities
Monthly, quarterly and annual accounting close entries and reconciliations for various general ledger accounts, including revenue, payroll, stock based compensation, prepaids, investments, debt and equity securities, fixed assets and capitalized software.
Develop accounting procedures, processes and implement best practices to increase quality and speed of closing activities
Review daily treasury activity
Review and analyze monthly financial statements and flux analysis
Assist to publish and report financial results to the executive leadership team and broader management
Assist with investor and compliance reporting
Assist with Income Tax and Sales Tax filing and reporting
Manage the accounting close process
Coach, mentor, and provide developmental opportunities for direct reports
Support the sales and sales operations teams with processing customer credits and billings, and the implementation of new programs as needed
Serve as the main point of contact for the annual financial statement and bank audit processes
About You
Required Qualifications
Demonstrated experience and knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles and accruals
Minimum 5 years hands-on experience with contract manufacturing and consignment inventory accounting in a manufacturing or hardware environment, revenue recognition (ASC 606) and lease accounting (ASC 842).
Experience handing accounting and reporting for Special Purpose Vehicle (SPV) entities; and managing/supporting standalone entity reporting
Must have experience running the accounting close process and managing expectations, communications and deadlines
Must have experience with month-end close, balance sheet reconciliations, and flux/variance analysis
Experience with month-end close, balance sheet reconciliations, and flux/variance analysis
Must have a recent proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, with intermediate to advanced Excel skills
Must have proficiency with NetSuite. Experience with FloQast or Blackline, Salesforce and Boomi is a plus.
Demonstrated ability to build cross-functional relationships and communicate financial concepts clearly to non-finance partners
Prior experience mentoring, coaching, or managing direct reports
Agile, adaptable, and a fast learner, comfortable operating in a fast-paced, high-growth environment
High degree of accuracy and attention to detail.
Proactive, self-motivated, takes initiative and ability to work with little supervision
Team player with a positive attitude; flexible to adapt to changing needs/priorities.
Bonus Qualifications
Experience writing technical accounting analysis and memoranda preferred
Mfg./electrification industry experience a plus
Public accounting experience preferred
CPA preferred
Life at SPAN
Headquartered in San Francisco’s vibrant SoMa neighborhood, we are an eclectic group of creative thinkers who value open communication, teamwork, and a ‘make it happen’ approach to addressing complex challenges.
SPAN embraces diversity and equal opportunity in a serious way. We are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills.
We’re hiring talented individuals who are driven by success and are passionate about shaping the future of renewable energy. If that sounds like you, we’d love for you to consider joining the rapidly growing team at SPAN.
The Perks:
⚡ Competitive compensation + equity grants at a well-funded, venture-backed company
⚡ Comprehensive benefits: 100% employee premiums for base plans on medical, dental, vision with options for additional coverage. Parental leave up to twenty four (24) weeks depending on eligibility
⚡ Comfortable, sunny office space located near BART and Caltrain public transit
⚡ Strong focus on team building and company culture: Employee Resource Groups, monthly social events, SPANcakes recognition breakfast, lunch, and learns
⚡ Flexible hours, one holiday per month, and flexible time off
Interested in joining our team? Apply today and we’ll be in touch with the next steps!