Spotter Labs

Accountant, Bookkeeper – US GAAP

Spotter Labs

full-time

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Location Type: Remote

Location: United States

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About the role

  • Manage and maintain accurate inventory records, including tracking, costing, adjustments, and reconciliations.
  • Oversee inventory valuation in compliance with US GAAP (FIFO, weighted average, etc., as applicable).
  • Perform regular inventory reconciliations between accounting records and operational systems.
  • Monitor inventory reserves, obsolescence, and shrinkage.
  • Partner with operations to ensure accurate inventory reporting and controls.
  • Support audit processes related to inventory balances and procedures.
  • Manage daily accounting operations including accounts payable/receivable, general ledger entries, bank reconciliations, and expense tracking.
  • Ensure proper recording of inventory-related transactions within the general ledger.
  • Prepare accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports, ensuring compliance with GAAP standards.
  • Provide detailed inventory reporting and analysis as part of financial close.
  • Maintain organized and up-to-date financial records, receipts, and documentation for all transactions.
  • Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis, particularly inventory-related cost forecasting.
  • Ensure financial practices comply with applicable local, state, and federal regulations.
  • Recommend improvements to inventory and accounting workflows, tools, and systems to increase efficiency and accuracy.
  • Assist with preparation and organization of financial data for tax filings, particularly inventory-related schedules, and work with external tax professionals as needed.
  • Use financial software such as QuickBooks Online to manage company accounts and generate reports.
  • Implement and maintain strong internal controls over inventory and financial reporting to safeguard company assets and prevent discrepancies.

Requirements

  • Strong, hands-on experience in inventory accounting, including valuation, reconciliation, and reporting.
  • Solid understanding of US GAAP as it relates to inventory and cost accounting.
  • Experience managing inventory within an accounting system.
  • Proficiency in accounting software, particularly QuickBooks Online.
  • Advanced Excel skills.
  • Exceptional attention to detail with a proven track record of accuracy in reconciliations and financial reporting.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
  • Highly organized with excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Capable of working independently and dependably in a remote setting.
  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required.
  • Certification (e.g., CPA, CMA, CB) preferred.
  • Prior experience in a startup or technology-driven environment preferred.
Benefits
  • The ability to work remotely from anywhere
  • Opportunity to work with a dynamic, fast-growing team in the AI and analytics space
Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills & Tools
inventory accountingvaluationreconciliationfinancial reportingGAAPcost accountingbudgetingforecastingvariance analysisExcel
Soft Skills
attention to detailanalytical skillsproblem-solvingorganizational skillswritten communicationverbal communicationindependencedependability
Certifications
CPACMACB