Staff Accountant

GovPilot is a mission-driven SaaS company dedicated to modernizing local government and public sector operations. Our comprehensive, cloud-based platform is trusted by hundreds of local governments and environmental health regulatory agencies across North America to automate workflows, digitize records, streamline permitting and compliance management, and engage citizens more effectively.

We are building the future of government technology — With an accounting function that is newly in-house, we are growing our team and looking for people who take pride in their work and are excited to help build something from the ground up.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary.
• Unlimited PTO.
• Flexible working hours and remote work options.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) with 4% employer match for eligible team members.
• Home office and IT budget.
• Learning and development opportunities.
• A supportive team environment.

What This Job Can Offer You

• The opportunity to be a foundational part of a newly in-house accounting team — your work will have a direct and visible impact.
• Meaningful challenges that come with scaling financial operations in a fast-growing SaaS environment, including exposure to a multi-currency environment.
• Freedom to help shape and improve processes, not just follow them.
• A collaborative team where your contributions are recognized and valued.

What You'll Do

• Assist in the full accounting cycle, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and general ledger reconciliations.
• Participate in month-end close procedures, including prepaid expenses, accruals, deferred revenue, and reconciliations.
• Support cash flow management, forecasting, and budgeting processes.
• Support payroll processing and benefits reconciliations.
• Help prepare audit documentation and support tax filings, including 1099 reporting and nexus review.
• Assist with system implementations, process improvements, and scaling accounting operations.

What You Bring

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 2+ years of accounting experience, preferably in a SaaS environment.
• Hands-on NetSuite experience across the full accounting cycle.
• Solid grasp of GAAP and month-end close processes.
• Strong analytical skills and high attention to detail.
• Advanced Excel proficiency.
• Active Notary Public commission or willingness to obtain one.
• Must reside in and be authorized to work in the United States.

What Makes You Stand Out

• Exposure to an acquisition integration.
• Background in systems implementations or scaling accounting operations in a high-growth environment.
• Experience working in an early-stage or startup environment.

Practicals

• You'll report to: Accounting Manager
• Location: Remote (U.S.-based)
• Start date: As soon as possible
• Salary range: $60,000 – $70,000, depending on experience, skills, and qualifications
• Status: Full-Time / Exempt
• Hiring Timeline: We expect to keep this posting open for 4 weeks.
• Please note: GovPilot is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time. 

How to Apply:If you are passionate about technology and eager to work on a dynamic team, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your resume and cover letter today! 

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We believe our workforce should reflect people of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences.

Join us in creating amazing technology solutions that make a difference. Apply today!