System1 is seeking a self-motivated dynamic individual to serve as Accounts Payable Staff Accountant. In this role you will be responsible for the maintenance of the A/P general ledger and preparation of journal entries with related supporting documentation. In addition, you will work on bank reconciliations and GL variance reports. You should have a strong background working for technology companies and all aspects of accounting for this type of business. You will ensure the timeliness of monthly, quarterly, and year-end closes and consolidations as well as other primary accounting duties. This is a hybrid role within office requirements in our Marina del Rey office near Los Angeles, CA. As part of our Accounts Payable team, this position will play a critical role in System1’s operations. If you are the type of person who “gets stuff done” and wants to work in a fast-paced environment, then this is the perfect opportunity with fantastic potential for you.

The Role You Will Have

• Support timely and efficient accounts payable daily and month-end close processes
• Perform vendor maintenance in general ledger, including set up of payment locations and creation of new vendor request forms and/or change forms
• Responsible for maintaining proper account of paid and unprocessed invoices
• Maintain and keep current W9 documents for Accounts Payable vendors
• Assist with calendar and fiscal year accounts payable close process in general ledger
• Perform backup duties for W-9, 1042 and 1099 reporting process
• Process Unclaimed Property on a quarterly basis
• Prepare journal entries and related supporting documentation
• Ensure timeliness of monthly, quarterly and year-end closes and consolidations
• Ensure A/P GL accounts are reconciled and variances are investigated on a timely basis
• Prepare monthly European VAT and Canadian HST reconciliations
• Prepare balance sheet and P&L fluxes
• Ensure compliance with accounting policies and procedures
• Assist in the interim and annual audits by ensuring audit requests are executed in a timely manner
• Perform ad hoc requests and special projects on an ongoing basis
• Proactively identify process improvements to help the company scale in our fast growth environment

• 2 years of combined work experience in external audit or corporate accounting
• BS Degree in Business Administration, Accounting or Finance
• CPA or CPA candidate a plus
• Strong knowledge of GAAP
• Proficient in MS Excel, including XLOOKUPS and pivot tables.
• Current Oracle ERP experience is a plus
• Strong analytical and organizational skills

• Competitive salary bonus equity
• Generous PTO 11 company holidays
• Open sick time
• 100% covered Medical, Dental, Vision for employees
• 401k with match
• Health & Dependent Care Flex Spending Account 
• Paid professional development
• Leadership & growth opportunities
• Virtual company and team building events 
• #LI-Hybrid
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• #LI-AW1

The U.S. base salary range for this full-time position is $82,000 - $123,000 bonus equity benefits. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process. Please note that the compensation details listed in U.S. role postings reflect the base salary only, and do not include bonus, equity, or benefits.

System1’s headquarters is located in Marina del Rey, CA with additional offices in Bellevue, WA and Guelph, ON, Canada. Employees near office locations are returning to the office. Location-specific policies and available accommodations will be discussed during the interview process.

System1 allows fully-remote work in the following approved locations: Arizona, Colorado, Connecticut, Georgia, Hawaii, Minnesota, Missouri, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Texas and Virginia. Prospective U.S. employees who live outside of any of these states will need to establish residency in one of the approved states prior to employment. Reasonable accommodations will be provided as applicable.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

System1 provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.