Financial Navigation Associate (Staff Accountant)

Who We Are

WAYB never stops raising the bar on family products that are safer, healthier, and responsibly made. With thoughtful design and materials, we reinvent on-the-go gear to be better for families and the planet - way better. We carry out this mission by supporting and celebrating our people, from those who sew and those who sell, to everyone in between. As one of Inc. Magazine’s Best Workplaces of 2022, we’re looking to add a new member to our growing team – join us!

**Note: This is a remote position **

What You’ll Do 

Working directly with the Financial Navigation Manager and CFO, the Financial Navigation Associate will play a pivotal role in the day-to-day accounting function and month-end close process, including, but not limited to:

• Lead the month-end closing process including JEs, reconciliations, accruals, and documentation
• Ensure that all customer deposits, credits, and refunds are accurately recorded and reconciled on a regular cadence
• Responsible for compiling and preparing month end reports on AP/AR open balances, bills, payments, and credits
• Review and process bills and invoices for accuracy and completeness
• Review and reconcile bank, credit card, and clearing account transactions on a regular cadence
• Collaborate with the sales team and other departments to ensure timely and accurate EDI invoicing to Boutique and Wholesale customers
• In charge of updating and maintaining accounting records,work papers, and supporting documents, ensuring that they are accurate, complete, and up to date
• Assist Manager in monthly budget variance analysis and reporting
• Manage fixed assets including CAPEX, depreciation, and disposals in compliance with SOPs
• Assist with tax compliance activities including sales tax filings, R&D tax credits, and various other regulatory needs
• Coordinate and support internal and external audit processes
• Assist Manager in maintaining and updating Asana (project management software) for all current and future projects
• Adapt to changing priorities and deadlines as needed to meet departmental and company initiatives 

Who You Are

• You’re never satisfied with the status quo and are a natural problem solver
• You’re a collaborative team player willing to take on other duties to support your team
• You’re hard-working with a “no task is too small” attitude
• You thrive in an entrepreneurial, fast-paced, dynamic environment
• You’re mission-driven and ready to be part of a company that’s working to put people and planet first
• You’re motivated and excited when you see the impact of your work contribute to the success of the company
• You're eager to learn and adapt
• You’re both trusting & trustworthy and desire to contribute to a collaborative, values-led culture

What You’ll Need

• Bachelor’s degree required (Accounting or related field)
• 2-3 years experience working in full cycle accounting 
• User experience in NetSuite required 
• U.S Citizenship or authorization to work in the U.S. without sponsorship required 
• User experience in the following systems preferred: Bill.com, Expensify, Prophix, Celigo, Shopify, and Amazon Seller Central
• Proficient in written and oral communication
• Proven ability to meet deadlines in a fast paced environment 

Where We Are 

This is a remote position. This role may require some travel from time to time to effectively carry out the duties and responsibilities of the role. 

Who to Contact

Interested candidates should send their resume and cover letter to careers@wayb.com with the subject line: “Financial Navigation Associate – Your First & Last Name”

WAYB, Inc. (“WAYB”) is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions on the basis of merit. WAYB’s policy prohibits unlawful discrimination based on race, color, religious creed, sex, gender identity, marital or veteran status, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information or characteristics (or those of a family member), sexual orientation, pregnancy, or any other consideration made unlawful by federal, state, or local laws. It also prohibits discrimination based on a perception that anyone has any of those characteristics or is associated with a person who has or is perceived as having any of those characteristics. All such discrimination is unlawful.