Corporate Staff Accountant

\u003cp style=\"min-height:1.5em\"\u003eFounded in 2016 with offices in Los Angeles (HQ) and New York, M13 is a technology venture capital firm that invests in the brightest founders, building the future of consumer behavior in work, commerce, health, and money.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"min-height:1.5em\"\u003eMessier 13 (or M13) is one of the brightest star clusters in the Northern sky. It’s full of remarkable individual stars, and when those stars come together, they create something more significant than the sum of its parts. We at M13 contribute to our collective success by being brighter together.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"min-height:1.5em\"\u003eWe are looking for a highly organized and detail-oriented Accountant to join our Finance team. This role will be central to our day-to-day financial operations of both our firm and funds. You’ll work closely with the Controller, as well as internal and external stakeholders, to maintain best-in-class financial practices and support our broader team’s strategic initiatives. This is a great opportunity for an experienced corporate staff accountant who is interested in learning about venture capital, and wants to have a big impact on a small team.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"min-height:1.5em\"\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat You’ll Be Doing:\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/h2\u003e\u003cp style=\"min-height:1.5em\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAccounting Support\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003cul style=\"min-height:1.5em\"\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp style=\"min-height:1.5em\"\u003eOwn the monthly and year-end close processes for the firm, including:\u003c/p\u003e\u003cul style=\"min-height:1.5em\"\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp style=\"min-height:1.5em\"\u003eBank and credit card reconciliations\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp style=\"min-height:1.5em\"\u003eJournal entries for revenue, prepayments, accruals, and payroll\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp style=\"min-height:1.5em\"\u003eChargeback allocations for expenses attributable to the funds\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003c/ul\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp style=\"min-height:1.5em\"\u003eSupport annual audit and tax processes \u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003c/ul\u003e\u003cp style=\"min-height:1.5em\"\u003cstrong\u003eFinancial Recordkeeping \u0026amp; Expense Management\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003cul style=\"min-height:1.5em\"\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp style=\"min-height:1.5em\"\u003eManage Accounts Payable (AP) and Accounts Receivable (AR) processes\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp style=\"min-height:1.5em\"\u003eEnsure accurate accounting records and proper approval chains are followed\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp style=\"min-height:1.5em\"\u003eEnsure timely and accurate payments to vendors and employees\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp style=\"min-height:1.5em\"\u003eCreate invoices and lead collection efforts in coordination with the broader team\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp style=\"min-height:1.5em\"\u003eLead vendor management and the annual 1099 process\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp style=\"min-height:1.5em\"\u003eAdminister and maintain the employee expense system and ensure timely expense submissions, review and escalations\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp style=\"min-height:1.5em\"\u003eEnsure accurate reconciliation of all expenses\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp style=\"min-height:1.5em\"\u003eAbility to effectively collaborate with existing contract finance staff\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003c/ul\u003e\u003cp style=\"min-height:1.5em\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBudget Tracking \u0026amp; Project Spend\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003cul style=\"min-height:1.5em\"\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp style=\"min-height:1.5em\"\u003eSupport firm’s budget process including budget tracking for events and special projects, and also for departmental spend across the firm\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp style=\"min-height:1.5em\"\u003ePrepare and review monthly budget variances\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003c/ul\u003e\u003cp style=\"min-height:1.5em\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePayroll Execution \u0026amp; Benefits Support\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003cul style=\"min-height:1.5em\"\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp style=\"min-height:1.5em\"\u003eEnsure accurate and timely execution of payroll \u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp style=\"min-height:1.5em\"\u003eProcess and track 401(k) contributions\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003c/ul\u003e\u003cp style=\"min-height:1.5em\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFund Accounting Support\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003cul style=\"min-height:1.5em\"\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp style=\"min-height:1.5em\"\u003eExecute chargeback allocations and coordinate reporting with fund administrator\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp style=\"min-height:1.5em\"\u003eReview financials for accuracy for quarterly and annual reporting\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp style=\"min-height:1.5em\"\u003eSupport capital call tracking and AR follow-up\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp style=\"min-height:1.5em\"\u003eAssist with valuation updates\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp style=\"min-height:1.5em\"\u003eAssist with ad-hoc LP queries such as audit confirmation requests\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003c/ul\u003e\u003cp style=\"min-height:1.5em\"\u003e\u003c/h2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat You’ll Bring to the Role:\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/h2\u003e\u003cul style=\"min-height:1.5em\"\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp style=\"min-height:1.5em\"\u003eBachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp style=\"min-height:1.5em\"\u003eRelevant experience in corporate accounting, venture capital, private equity, fund admin, or public accounting\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp style=\"min-height:1.5em\"\u003eStrong understanding of US GAAP and reporting standards\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp style=\"min-height:1.5em\"\u003eCPA or additional certification is a plus\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp style=\"min-height:1.5em\"\u003eStrong understanding of AP/AR, general ledger, and financial reporting\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp style=\"min-height:1.5em\"\u003eHands on experience with accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, NetSuite) and expense systems (e.g., Emburse, \u003ca target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\" href=\"http://Bill.com\"\u003eBill.com\u003c/a\u003e)\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp style=\"min-height:1.5em\"\u003eAdvanced excel skills - our interview process includes an opportunity to showcase your strengths\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp style=\"min-height:1.5em\"\u003eFamiliarity with venture fund accounting and fund administration platforms is a plus\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp style=\"min-height:1.5em\"\u003eDetail-oriented with strong organizational skills and a proactive, problem-solving mindset\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp style=\"min-height:1.5em\"\u003eExcellent communication skills and a collaborative, team-first attitude\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp style=\"min-height:1.5em\"\u003eAble to manage multiple projects and deadlines\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp style=\"min-height:1.5em\"\u003eProactive thinker who geeks out on improving processes and making work more efficient \u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp style=\"min-height:1.5em\"\u003eExperience and/or willingness to implement AI to enhance workflows\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp style=\"min-height:1.5em\"\u003eAbility and willingness to take on ad-hoc finance / operational tasks and projects\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003c/ul\u003e\u003cp style=\"min-height:1.5em\"\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat’s in it for you:\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/h2\u003e\u003cp style=\"min-height:1.5em\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOne Team, One Dream:\u003c/strong\u003e A chance to work alongside world-class VC talent in a collaborative and developmentally-focused culture that is respectful, inclusive, diverse, and inspiring. You’ll do your life's best work here and have fun doing it\u003c/p\u003e\u003c p\u003e Open PTO Policy: We're focused on healthy work-life balance and, therefore, set no firm guidelines regarding how much time off each employee is permitted to take\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"min-height:1.5em\"\u003eResearch shows that while men apply to jobs when they meet an average of 60% of the criteria, women and other marginalized folks tend only to apply to jobs when they check every box. If you have what it takes but don't necessarily meet every single point on the job description, please still get in touch. We'd love to chat and learn more about what you want to do next in your career.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"min-height:1.5em\"\u003eM13 provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetics, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. We deeply understand the value of bringing together a team with different perspectives, educational backgrounds, and life experiences. We encourage people from underrepresented backgrounds to apply.\u003c/p\u003e