GL Accountant (m/f/d)

If you want to be a Maxonian and help bring the best 2D and 3D visual effects, motion graphics, gaming, AR/MR/VR, visualization and design software to the market, then we should have a chat.

WHO WE ARE: 
Packed with brilliant, passionate people, Maxon is deeply rooted in the creative industry and committed to empowering the artistic community. We are Maxonians. We encourage and motivate each other to be curious learners. We are obsessed with customer fulfillment and inspiration – before, during and after purchase. If you too want to be a Maxonian and help bring to market the finest software products for 2D and 3D visual effects, motion graphics, games, AR/MR/VR, visualization and general design, let’s talk.

POSITION SUMMARY:

We are looking for an experienced and enthusiastic GL Accountant to join our finance team. This role involves assisting with financial transactions recording, supporting the month-end closing process, ensuring compliance with accounting standards, ensuring the accuracy of financial records, and collaborating with the finance team to meet the deadline. 

WHAT YOU WILL DO: 

• Prepare and maintain accurate financial records, including journal entries, reconciliations, and general ledger maintenance. 

• Work with the team on the month-end and year-end closing processes. 

• Ensure compliance with accounting policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements. 

• Manage Credit Card and receipts, and post payments in Net-Suite 

• Process accounts receivable, accounts payable transactions 

• Support the finance team with auditing, and reconciliation tax processes 

• Prepare financial reports, including Income Statement, cash flow, and balance sheets 

• Collaborate with the order processing team to ensure orders are accurately managed and closed on time. 

• Verify that opportunities in Salesforce are accurate before processing orders and issuing invoices. 

• Performs additional duties and ad hoc projects as needed to support departmental and organizational objectives 

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR: 

• Degree in accounting or finance, or equivalent practical experience. 

• 2+ years of accounting experience, preferably in a corporate environment. 

• Strong knowledge of accounting principles (GAAP/IFRS). 

• Proficiency in accounting and sales software (NetSuite and Salesforce) and Microsoft Excel. 

• Experience with month-end closing. 

• Experience with tax filings, including US and Canadian sales tax reporting and compliance 

• Experience with accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger activities as well as bookkeeping procedures  

• Excellent organizational skills and ability to be poised and polished under pressure  

• Ability to work collaboratively across teams with excellent written and verbal English communication skills 

Salary Range *: 75-85k USD annually
   

*Salaries at Maxon are based on a candidate's specific criteria including experience, skillset, education and location. Maxon uses industry-driven survey data for building compensation structures to make sure our employees are receiving fair and competitive wages.  

WHAT WE OFFER:

You will be part of a highly motivated international team of specialists working in an environment that offers a warm welcome with detailed onboarding and a dedicated mentor for a familiarization period as well as a wide range of individual development possibilities. Interested in joining our team? Fill out the form or email us your resume/CV (.pdf). Don’t meet every single requirement? At Maxon we embrace diversity, are avid explorers and curious learners, so if you’re excited about this role but your experience doesn’t entirely match every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply in any case. You may be just the right candidate for this or other positions.
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We’re looking forward to hearing from you!