Full Charge Bookkeeper/Staff Accountant - The Yay Company

About the Company

Yay is out to fundamentally change school food for the better. We are a school food marketplace, connecting schools to wonderful local foodmakers within their own communities to get fresher, healthier, more delicious and more diverse food to kids everyday.

Since launching a pilot in Spring 2018, we have expanded and evolved, now serving multiple markets from Chicago to Connecticut. We have aggressive growth plans backed by experienced venture capital partners, and we are excited about bringing school lunch up to a modern standard.

Come join us! We're a startup, meaning we hustle with heart - we move quickly with agility and accountability for our actions, and require team members to love what they do and be as passionate about building an entirely new business concept as we are. We give our growing team of stars the tools to succeed with a commitment to flexibility, transparency, respect, empowerment, and positivity.

About the Position

We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Full Charge Bookkeeper/Staff Accountant to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in accounting and finance, with a comprehensive understanding of bookkeeping principles and practices. The Full Charge Bookkeeper will be responsible for managing the financial records of the organization, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely reporting.

What you'll do

• Perform full cycle bookkeeping duties, including but not limited to:
  • Accounts Payable (AP): Process vendor invoices, assign proper job codes, and manage payments.
  • Accounts Receivable (AR): Generate invoices, track payments, and follow up on overdue accounts.
  • Payroll: Process W2 and 1099 filings
  • Bank and Credit Card Reconciliation: Perform monthly bank and credit card statement reconciliations.
  • General Ledger Management: Maintain and update the general ledger, ensuring proper classification of transactions.
  • Sales Tax Reporting: Prepare and file sales tax returns, ensuring compliance with state and local tax regulation
  • Fixed Assets: Record acquisitions, disposals and maintain the depreciation schedule.
  • Expense Reports: Review and approve expense reports using Concur expense management system.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records using accounting software (Netsuite)
• Prepare financial statements, reports, and summaries on a regular basis (month end and year end)
• Conduct periodic audits to verify accuracy of financial records.
• Collaborate with other departments to gather financial information and resolve discrepancies.
• Stay informed about changes in accounting regulations and best practices.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Economics, or Finance.
• 3+ years professional bookkeeping or accounting experience
• Proficiency in accounting software (Netsuite, Concur)
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and practices.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.
• Proactive problem solving and ability to self-manage projects
• Multi-State Payroll experience and Multi State Sales Tax experience preferred
• Must live near one of these markets (Raleigh/Washington, DC/Baltimore/Philadelphia)

We pride ourselves on being a good employer, and to that end we provide:

• Competitive salary
• Health Insurance - Medical, Vision, Dental and Life Insurance
• Voluntary Life Insurance, Short-term Disability Insurance, and Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• 401(K) Retirement, up to 3.5% employer match
• Flexible paid time off (unlimited time off program)
• Technology allowance, data stipend
• Fully Remote, flexible, and family-friendly environment