Senior Accountant
Metropolis
Who we are
Metropolis is an artificial intelligence company that uses computer vision technology to enable frictionless, checkout-free experiences in the real world. Today, we are reimagining parking to enable millions of consumers to just "drive in and drive out." We envision a future where people transact in the real world with a speed, ease and convenience that is unparalleled, even online. Tomorrow, we will power checkout-free experiences anywhere you go to make the everyday experiences of living, working and playing remarkable - giving us back our most valuable asset, time.
Who you are
Metropolis is looking for a Senior Accountant to work under the direction of an Accounting Manager maintaining general ledger accounts and related activities to produce financial statements in accordance with GAAP. This position is integral to a transformative initiative aimed at modernizing traditional accounting operations. It involves developing and implementing core process automation and establishing a scalable infrastructure that utilizes real-time analytics to achieve a significant impact. The Senior Accountant will be responsible for daily accounting tasks and month-end close including account reconciliations, thorough review of accounting classifications, preparing journal entries, analyzing business transactions, and delivering financial reports. This team member will also assist in the year-end close process, preparation and variance analysis of assigned budgets, and the annual audit. The successful candidate will leverage AI and Robotic Process Automation (RPA) to streamline and optimize existing workflows, automate repetitive tasks, and introduce intelligent capabilities for improved efficiency and accuracy. This will be a hybrid role working 4 days per week from our Nashville, New York, or Chicago office.
What you'll do
- Complete month-end close activities accurately and according to department deadlines
- Prepare and post journal entries
- Record accruals, expense allocations, and month-end true-ups
- Collect, analyze, and record data to general ledger system
- Utilize AI and automation to improve existing daily processes
- Maintain financial historical records by filing accounting documents and related support
- Work closely with internal and external departments to ensure financial transactions are properly recorded and complete
- Assist with the monthly budgetary process for reporting and variance analysis; review and reconcile balance sheet accounts monthly
- Answer accounting and financial questions by researching and interpreting data
- Participate in year-end audit to compile and prepare supporting schedules, work papers, and financial reports
What we're looking for
- 3+ years of accounting experience
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting from an accredited university
- CPA candidate with successful passed exam parts or CPA certification
- AI and Robotic Process Automation capability to streamline daily routines and tasks
- Ability to manage time for multiple tasks to meet established deadlines
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Ability to work with a low-ego, highly collaborative, cross-functional team
While not required, these are a plus:
- Experience in real estate
When you join Metropolis, you'll join a team of world-class product leaders and engineers, building an ecosystem of technologies at the intersection of parking, mobility, and real estate. Our goal is to build an inclusive culture where everyone has a voice and the best idea wins. You will play a key role in building and maintaining this culture as our organization grows. The anticipated base salary for this position is $100,000.00 USD to $110,000.00 USD annually. The actual base salary offered is determined by a number of variables, including, as appropriate, the applicant's qualifications for the position, years of relevant experience, distinctive skills, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and the location of residence and/or place of employment. Base salary is one component of Metropolis' total compensation package, which may also include access to or eligibility for healthcare benefits, a 401(k) plan, short-term and long-term disability coverage, basic life insurance, a lucrative stock option plan, bonus plans and more. #LI-AW1 #LI-Onsite
Metropolis values in-person collaboration to drive innovation, strengthen culture, and enhance the Member experience. Our corporate team members hold to our office-first model, which requires employees to be on-site at least four days a week, fostering organic interactions that spark creativity and connection
Metropolis may utilize an automated employment decision tool (AEDT) to assess or evaluate your candidacy for employment or promotion. AEDTs are used to assist in assessing a candidate’s application relative to the required job qualifications and responsibilities listed in the job posting.
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Metropolis Technologies is an equal opportunity employer. We make all hiring decisions based on merit, qualifications, and business needs, without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation, or pregnancy), national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under federal, state, or local law.