[Remote] Senior Accountant at Brightseed

Charlotte, North Carolina, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Telecommunications, BroadbandIndustries

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
5+ years of demonstrated, hands-on business owner accounting experience in fixed assets accounting
Experience with SAP required
CPA Designation preferred
Experience organizing and analyzing large volume of data and identifying and deploying automation tools/solutions
Proficiency in the use of database tools and financial reporting packages
Clear communicator, experience running meetings effectively, and ability to explain complex concepts to a non-technical audience
Complete ownership and accountability of the function given the deadline-oriented nature of the position
Adaptable to changing business environment and organizational structure
Bonus: Master’s Degree in Accounting or Finance
Bonus: Background in the telecommunications industry

Responsibilities

Reviewing, analyzing and processing all capital asset additions, disposals, capital asset transfer requests and other asset transactions
Maintaining and closing Asset Management SAP subledger and monitor aging balances for assets under construction
Assisting in the preparation of monthly/quarterly/annual Fixed Assets reports
Analyzing and documenting income statement and balance sheet fluctuations monthly
Preparing various balance sheet account reconciliations ensuring proper supporting documentation including monthly reconciliation of fixed asset subledger to general ledger balances
Performing the internal processes for the calculation, allocation and recording of capitalized labor and capitalized interest
Reviewing and enhancing analysis and analytical processes and controls
Providing support for internal management reporting, external GAAP reporting, and external audit activities as necessary
Ensuring effective working relationships with key business partners
Performing special projects and any other duties and responsibilities as may be assigned

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Fixed Assets AccountingSAPAsset ManagementMonth-End ClosingJournal EntriesCapital AssetsFinancial ReportingGAAP

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

Is this Senior Accountant position remote?

Yes, the position is fully remote.

What qualifications are required for the Senior Accountant role?

Candidates need a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance, 5+ years of hands-on business owner accounting experience in fixed assets, and experience with SAP. A CPA designation is also mentioned.

What is the salary for this Senior Accountant position?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What does the accounting team look like at Brightspeed?

The role joins a growing accounting team and reports directly to a Manager, Fixed Assets.

What experience stands out for applicants to this Senior Accountant job?

Highlight 5+ years of hands-on fixed assets accounting experience, SAP proficiency, and a Bachelor’s in Accounting or Finance to catch their eye.

Brightseed

AI platform for discovering health-boosting compounds

About Brightseed

Brightseed discovers beneficial compounds in nature that can enhance human health using artificial intelligence. Their Forager® platform identifies bioactive compounds—small molecules from plants and microbes that positively affect biological functions. They also offer Brightseed™ Bio Gut Fiber, which contains bioactives that support gut health. By partnering with companies, Brightseed provides insights into bioactives and their health benefits, aiming to unlock the potential of these compounds.

San Francisco, CaliforniaHeadquarters

2017Year Founded

$123.8MTotal Funding

GRANTCompany Stage

AI & Machine Learning, HealthcareIndustries

51-200Employees

Benefits

Hybrid work flexibility

Medical, dental, & vision

Unlimited PTO

Life insurance

EAP

401(k) plan

Mental health platform

Employee discounts

Cell phone & commuter costs

Parental leave

Risks

Increased competition from established brands like Centrum in the bioactive market.

Over-reliance on partnerships like Manitoba Harvest could limit market reach.

Regulatory scrutiny poses challenges as Brightseed expands in the health and wellness sector.

Differentiation

Brightseed uses AI to discover bioactives, accelerating discovery from years to months.

Forager® A.I. maps bioactives to health outcomes with unprecedented accuracy and speed.

Brightseed's Bio Gut Fiber is made from upcycled hemp hulls, appealing to eco-conscious consumers.

Upsides

Growing consumer interest in personalized nutrition boosts demand for Brightseed's bioactive products.

Rising gut health awareness increases demand for Brightseed's gut health-focused bioactives.

Regulatory support for bioactives in supplements facilitates Brightseed's market expansion.

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