The Staff Accountant will record revenue, apply customer payments, reconcile accounts, support month-end processes, and maintain documentation while collaborating with teams.
About Voltus
Voltus’ mission is to be the Distributed Energy Platform that fulfills the promise of the energy transition. The Voltus platform connects any distributed energy resource (DER) to any energy market across the US and Canada, providing flexibility, reliability, and resilience to the grid while generating revenue for our partners. By partnering with industry leaders and the DER ecosystem, we are building the decarbonized, distributed, decentralized, and digitized energy system of the future.
Position Summary
We are seeking a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join our Revenue Accounting team. This role will support the accurate recording of revenue, cost of goods sold (COGS), and customer payments, ensuring transactions are recorded in accordance with company policies and accounting standards. The Staff Accountant will report to the Revenue Manager and will assist in timely preparation of accurate financial information for internal and external stakeholders.The ideal candidate is highly analytical, organized, and proficient in Excel, with a strong understanding of accounting principles and experience working with large data sets.This is a remote position. The preferred candidate will have freedom to work from his/her preferred location within the United States.
Key Responsibilities
- Record and reconcile revenue and (COGS) transactions in the general ledger.
- Process and apply customer payments and investigate discrepancies or unapplied cash.
- Prepare journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules related to revenue and COGS.
- Reconcile sub-ledgers to the general ledger and resolve variances.
- Support the month-end and quarter-end close process for revenue and related accounts.
- Maintain accurate documentation and audit trails for revenue-related transactions.
- Assist with audit requests and provide supporting documentation as needed.
- Develop and maintain Excel-based reports and reconciliations to support revenue operations.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance required.
- 1-2 years of accounting experience is preferred but will consider entry-level candidates.
- Strong understanding of GAAP and revenue-related accounting concepts.
- Advanced Microsoft Excel skills (pivot tables, lookups, large data manipulation, etc.).
- Experience working with ERP systems and accounting software preferred.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate across teams.
Preferred Skills
- Experience with cash application or accounts receivable processes.
- Ability to analyze large data sets and identify trends or anomalies.
- Experience improving accounting processes and documentation.
- Experience using AI finance-related tools a plus
Please note that at this time, we do not sponsor visas or transfers for new hires. Voltus teammates need to be authorized to work from their home location (in the US or Canada, unless otherwise indicated on the role description).
Additionally, while Voltus is an all-remote workplace, we have limitations on where employees are able to work for regulatory and security reasons. We expect that Voltans are working primarily from their home country. Working while traveling to other countries must be approved as per our Global Remote Travel Policy.
At Voltus, we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer because we recognize that a diverse organization begins with a diverse candidate pool. This means we do not tolerate discrimination of any kind and are committed to providing equal employment opportunities regardless of your gender identity, race, nationality, religion, age, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability status, or marital status.
Top Skills
Accounting Software
Erp Systems
Excel
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