What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Accountant position at Waabi?
Waabi, founded by AI visionary Raquel Urtasun, is the leader in Physical AI. With a world-class team, we're unlocking the next era of autonomous transportation with technology that's powering commercial autonomous trucks and robotaxis. Waabi is backed by and partners with world leaders in AI, automotive, logistics, and deep tech.
With offices in Toronto, San Francisco, Dallas, and Pittsburgh, Waabi is growing quickly and looking for diverse, innovative and collaborative candidates who want to impact the world in a positive way. To learn more visit: www.waabi.ai
You will...
- Manage the full accounts payable cycle - invoice review, coding, approvals, and payment processing to ensure all payments are made on time; own vendor communications and resolve billing or payment issues. Assist with accounts receivable.
- Manage the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes, including the close calendar and task tracking.
- Support and maintain the monthly consolidation schedules.
- Prepare analytics and supporting schedules for the month-end close review.
- Prepare and post journal entries, including accruals, prepaid expenses, and reclassifications.
- Perform balance sheet account reconciliations and investigate variances.
- Assist with audit preparation, including supporting schedules and documentation.
- Help maintain accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls.
- Collaborate with FP&A, HR, purchasing and other teams to support reporting and operational needs.
- Participate in process improvement initiatives and system enhancements.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
- 5 years of accounting experience (public accounting or high-growth company experience a plus).
- Strong understanding of US GAAP fundamentals.
- Experience with month-end close and account reconciliations.
- Proficiency in Excel or Google Sheets (pivot tables, lookups, formulas).
- Experience with accounting systems such as NetSuite, QuickBooks or Ramp is a plus.
- Experience in integrating AI tools into day-to-day operations.
- Strong attention to detail, organization, and follow-through.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment.
- Excellent communication skills and a collaborative mindset.
Bonus:
- CPA or CPA-eligible.
- Experience in a technology, SaaS, or startup environment.
- Exposure to audits, SOX, or internal controls.
- Experience with AP tools, expense systems, or close management software.
The US yearly salary range for this role is: $125,400 - $153,000 USD and the Canada salary range for this role is: $88,000 - $108,000 CAD in addition to competitive perks & benefits. Waabi US Inc. and Waabi Canada Inc.'s yearly salary ranges are determined based on several factors in accordance with the Company’s compensation practices. The salary base range is reflective of the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for the position across all US and Canada locations. Note: The Company provides additional compensation for employees in this role, including discretionary equity incentive awards and discretionary annual performance bonus.
Perks/Benefits:
- Competitive compensation and equity awards.
- Health and Wellness benefits encompassing Medical, Dental and Vision coverage (for full-time employees only).
- Unlimited Vacation.
- Flexible hours and Work from Home support.
- Daily drinks, snacks and catered meals (when in office).
- Regularly scheduled team building activities and social events both on-site, off-site & virtually.
- As we grow, this list continues to evolve!
Waabi is a technology start-up building technologies to transform the way the world moves. Join our talented team to be a part of the future and to make an impact!
Waabi is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating a supportive, inclusive, and accessible workplace for all our employees. We seek applicants of all backgrounds and identities, across race, color, ethnicity, national origin or ancestry, age, citizenship, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, military or veteran status, marital status, pregnancy or parental status, caregiver status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law. We make workplace accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities as required by applicable law. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process please let our recruiting team know.
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.
Salary : $125,400 - $153,000