Staff Accountant

About the role

Embark Vet is seeking an experienced, motivated Staff Accountant to join the Accounting team. This role contributes to the integrity of financial records, supports month-end close, and strengthens accounting operations.

Responsibilities

• Prepaids & Accruals — Own the preparation and reconciliation of prepaid expense schedules and accrual entries, including monthly journal entries, ensuring accurate and timely recognition in accordance with GAAP
• Fixed Assets — Maintain the fixed asset register, including additions, disposals, and monthly depreciation entries
• Payroll & Benefits Support — Record monthly payroll and benefit journal entries, ensuring accuracy and proper coding across departments
• Leases — Partner with the Accounting Manager to maintain lease schedules, and record monthly entries in accordance with ASC 842
• Cash — Perform monthly bank reconciliations, investigating and resolving variances in a timely manner
• Audit Support — Assist with audit requests, including gathering documentation, preparing schedules and maintaining organized audit-ready workpapers across all accounting activities
• Maintain and improve SOPs for accounting processes, supporting ongoing process improvements
• Support day-to-day accounting operations including ad hoc requests, compliance upkeep, accounting inbox coordination, and internal and external communications

Requirements

2+ years of experience in accounting or a related role

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field

Strong understanding of GAAP and general accounting principles

Experience with NetSuite and Ramp is a plus

Proficiency in Excel/Google Sheets

Positive, self-motivated, and enthusiastic team player with excellent attention to detail and organizational skills

Strong communication skills and ability to work cross-functionally

Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, small team environment

Qualifications

Hands-on experience with modern finance tools like NetSuite and Ramp

Skills

Quick learner

Benefits

Flexible vacation policy

Paid parental leave

Every other Friday off in the summer

Subsidized pet insurance

New MacBook Pros or Windows devices

Continuing education support

Salary: $76,000 - $88,000 depending on experience and qualifications