Accounting Associate

About the role

Reporting to the Revenue Accountant, the Leapfrog Accounting Associate will support our accounting team on its Accounts Receivable functions. Your main tasks will include managing customer payments, processing invoices, and supporting financial reports and audits. We value strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and great communication abilities.

Responsibilities

• Review, validate, and post customer invoices, ensuring accuracy and compliance with company policies.
• Work with the Revenue Accountant to implement a systematic approach to customer invoicing that will automate and streamline the end-to-end process.
• Obtain and reconcile customer payout reports, maintain up-to-date customer files, and handle customer accruals, allowances, and deductions per contract specifications.
• Identify and escalate customer deductions to the Chargeback Analyst as appropriate.
• Manage the monthly aging A/R report, follow up on overdue accounts, respond to supplier A/R queries, and resolve price discrepancies.
• Assist in the preparation and analysis of financial reports, support internal and external audits, and ensure compliance with accounting regulations and standards.
• Support the reconciliation of bank statements, investigate discrepancies, and provide additional support to maintain proper cash flow.
• Participate in special projects, provide backup support for other accounting team members, and perform additional administrative tasks as required.

Requirements

• 2+ years experience in accounting/finance roles, ideally in the consumer goods industry.
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or other related field, or equivalent work experience.
• Demonstrated aptitude for problem-solving, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), documentation skills, research and resolution skills, data analysis and multi-tasking.
• Must possess knowledge of applicable accounts receivable/general ledger systems and procedures, financial chart of accounts and corporate procedures.
• Strong computer knowledge and skills, including financial accounting systems and Microsoft Excel proficiency; experience using Netsuite ERP is preferred.
• Enthusiasm for learning and professional growth within a dynamic environment.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Continuous improvement mindset with a focus on identifying efficiencies and reducing business risk.

Benefits

• 15 days Paid Time Off your first year, and an additional day each year thereafter (up to 25 days), as well as company paid sick days, holidays and parental leave options.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance as well as commuter benefits and additional voluntary benefits.
• Annual bonus payouts for all salaried employees, and up to a 5% 401k match with no vesting period.
• Summer Fridays - from Memorial Day to Labor Day enjoy half days every Friday.

Pay

Salary band $50,000–$60,000 USD per year plus bonus. Most candidates can expect to be positioned within the low to mid-range of the designated compensation band. Placement toward the higher end may be considered based on relevant experience, specialized skills, and other qualifications.

Schedule

This position operates under a hybrid work model, reporting on site to our Lincoln Park office at least 2 days per week. Additional ad-hoc in-office days may be required based on business needs.