Staff Accountant
About Passport:
At Passport, we empower brands to reach their global potential by delivering the #1 international solutions for direct-to-consumer businesses. What sets us apart is our expertise in international shipping—enabling brands like Carpe, OneSkin, Rhode, GORUCK, and Wildflower Cases to scale globally with ease. Our extensive network, in-house team of logistics and ecommerce experts, integrations with Shopify and other ecommerce platforms, and user-friendly portal make us the trusted partner for growth-focused brands looking to expand internationally and create seamless cross-border experiences.
We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Staff Accountant to join our growing finance team. This role will be heavily focused on general accounting duties, including reconciliations, journal entries, and support for the monthly close process. The ideal candidate will also play a key role in preparing financial reports and handling a variety of ad hoc projects across the finance function. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who thrives in a dynamic, remote-first environment and is eager to contribute to a wide range of accounting responsibilities within a technology-driven organization.
What you'll do:
- Perform general ledger accounting activities, including journal entries, account reconciliations, and variance analysis.
- Assist with monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting.
- Prepare balance sheet account reconciliations and investigate and resolve discrepancies.
- Maintain fixed asset schedules, record depreciation, and support asset lifecycle tracking.
- Support the preparation of internal financial statements and external audit documentation.
- Ensure compliance with US GAAP and internal accounting policies.
- Collaborate with the Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable teams to ensure accurate classification of transactions.
- Assist with 1099 filings.
- Participate in the implementation of process improvements and automation initiatives to enhance accounting operations.
- Provide support for ad hoc reporting, financial analysis, and special projects as needed.
What you'll need:
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
- 4-6 years of experience in a Staff Accountant or similar accounting role, preferably in a US-based company.
- Fluent in English (written and spoken)
- Solid understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting under US GAAP.
- Hands-on experience with QuickBooks Online (QBO), NetSuite, Bill.com, and Ramp.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Google Sheets for financial analysis and reporting.
- Strong analytical and organizational skills with a high attention to detail.
- Ability to communicate effectively across departments and time zones.
- Self-starter with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a remote and fast-paced environment.
- Experience in logistics/shipping/transportation is a plus.
A sneak peek into our perks & benefits:
- Competitive cash and equity packages
- Travel & Expenses funds for company events
- 100% remote work environment #LI-Remote
- Paid Time Off
- Paid Parental Leave
- Monthly team get-togethers - bring on the Zoom comedians, pop-a-shot contests, and sip ’n paints!
- Quarterly team (virtual) gatherings and annual team offsites
- Learning & Development Fund for upskilling or products to improve your day-to-day work life
- One time remote work stipend to up your WFH game
- Teammates around the world in 8 different time zones!
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