Accountant

Inspired Flight’s Purpose Statement says it all - Conserving _resources, creating jobs, and saving lives by leading the American small uncrewed aerial systems (“sUAS”) Industry_.
Founded in San Luis Obispo, California our entirely U.
S.
based team designs, builds and supports highly capable and flexible drone platforms for both commercial and government customers.
Our purpose driven team exemplifies our Core Values.
We are: _Team Players_ who stay humble and focus on accomplishing more by helping others _Honest_ people with a deep commitment to acting and speaking with integrity in everything we do _Grit_ filled professionals, who demonstrate our perseverance on a regular basis as we bounce back in the face of adversity _Diversity Seeking_ as we place a high value in people of all heritages, genders, sexual orientations, and points of view _Self-Aware_ individuals striving to clearly understand our own strengths and weaknesses _Continuously Improving_, humbly committed to improving ourselves, our products, our customers, and our company Underlying all of this is our deeply rooted belief that the cutting-edge aerial tools we create are advancing an industry that is good for people, good for our planet and good for the United States of America.
*Job Description* Inspired Flight is looking for a self-motivated Accountant to join our finance team.
In this role, you’ll play an important part in our company’s financial operations, ensuring accuracy in accounting and compliance with the law.
This person will help make financial decisions by collecting, tracking, correcting, and communicating the financial position of the company.
This role will work in close collaboration with all departments and will report directly to the Finance Manager, making this a prime opportunity for someone who thrives in a startup environment.
*Typical responsibilities:* * Communicate with customers and vendors to fulfill Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable duties * Provide financial reporting insights to Executive Leadership & provide data for quarterly Board of Directors Meetings * Manage Payroll on a Bi-Monthly Basis * Manage all financial statements * Oversee invoices for sales orders and generate sales reports every month * Collaborate with various internal departments to ensure proper accounting of expenses * Enter and code bills into the Accounting System and store electronic invoice and expense records * Compile and prioritize weekly payments for approval * Gather ACH payment information from vendors and contractors and prepare electronic payments * Manage corporate credit card expense platform and employee expense reimbursement platform * Month-end review, reconciliation of accounts, and close of the books * Manage and update Financial Models * Annual sales tax filing and 1099 filing *You’ll excel in this role if:* * You have expert-level knowledge and understanding of Accounting Software & other ERP systems * Your Excel skills are advanced and have great written communication * You have experience in accounting with a manufacturing company * You have experience conducting internal or external audits * You have great attention to detail to maintain the accuracy of accounts, payments, and invoicing.
*Education/Experience Requirements: * * A bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or equivalent discipline is required, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience * Experience preferably in the manufacturing industry *Salary & Benefits Offered* * $70-90k DOE * Quarterly Team Bonus Plan * Unlimited Paid Time Off * World Class Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance Plan * 401k w/ 6% company match * Equity Stock Options *Benefits Offered* ● Quarterly Team Bonus Plan ● Unlimited Paid Time Off ● World Class Health, Dental, Vision Insurance Plan ● 401k w/ 6% company match ● Equity Stock Options *Location* This is an in-office position for hire at Inspired Flight’s HQ in San Luis Obispo, CA.
*Physical Demands: *The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee may need to sit and stand for long periods; talk, hear, and use hands and fingers to operate a computer and telephone.
*Equal Opportunity Employer* Inspired Flight is deeply committed to building a workplace where inclusion is not only valued, but prioritized.
We pride ourselves on being an equal opportunity employer that seeks to create a welcoming and diverse environment.
All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, or expression, family status, marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, neurodiversity, age, or veteran status, or any other non-merit based or legally protected grounds.
The above job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and standards of the position.
Incumbents will follow any other instructions, and perform any other related duties, as assigned by their supervisor.
Job Type: Full-time Pay: $70,000.
00 - $90,000.
00 per year Benefits: * 401(k) * 401(k) matching * Dental insurance * Health insurance * Paid time off * Vision insurance Schedule: * Monday to Friday Supplemental pay types: * Bonus opportunities Education: * Bachelor's (Preferred) Experience: * Accounting: 3 years (Required) Work Location: In person