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Senior Accountant

Latch

Latch

Accounting & Finance
St. Louis, MO, USA
Posted on Wednesday, April 17, 2024

Latch was founded in NYC a decade ago with a vision to create unparalleled experience for residents through hardware and software. Now after 100+ million unlocks, we're continuing that vision to transform how people interact act with spaces everywhere.

Our mission is to unified access to spaces, services, and experiences that redefine the way we live, work, and connect. We do this by combining software, products, and services into a holistic platform that makes spaces more efficient, enjoyable, and profitable.

Recently, we've acquired Honest Day’s Work, propelling us toward a seamless residential ecosystem. Think empowered building owners, operators, and residents with secure access.
Led by CEO Jamie Siminoff's visionary expertise, we're shaping the future of spaces.

Senior Accountant

Latch is looking for an extraordinarily talented Senior Accountant to join our global finance organization to support the accounting function. This role will report to the Director of Accounting and partner closely with various members across the entire organization.

Responsibilities:

  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting.
  • Assist with month-end and year-end close processes, including journal entries and financial statement preparation.
  • Oversee accrual accounting processes and ensure timely and accurate recognition of expenses.
  • Manage operational expenditures (OPEX) and ensure accurate recording and reporting of expenses.
  • Monitor and manage prepaid expenses, including reconciliations and amortization schedules.
  • Coordinate and execute the capitalization of software costs in accordance with applicable accounting standards.
  • Lead and manage balance sheet control processes, including account reconciliations and analysis.
  • Support internal and external audits by providing documentation and assisting with audit inquiries, and assist the team for both financial and statutory audits.
  • Identify opportunities for process improvements and efficiency enhancements within the accounting function.
  • Enhance overall control environment and ensure SOX compliance and business adherence to control processes

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA certification preferred.
  • Experience in accounting or finance roles, with a focus on OPEX management and balance sheet control.
  • Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial accounting principles.
  • Experience with inventory (highly preferred), software capitalization and/or other asset management processes preferred. Inventory accounting experience is a must
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel is required and NetSuite accounting software desired
  • Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail.
  • Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
  • Proven ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
  • Self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced environment

Joining us means:

  • Having teammates all over the world in the US, Argentina, Mexico, Italy, Uruguay, Portugal, and Spain.
  • Collaborating in a fast-paced environment where you can apply what you have learned in new challenges, and, more importantly, grow your career.
  • Being encouraged to invent and innovate within your role and working in a company where calculated risk-taking is highly encouraged and thinking outside the box is a must.

We embrace diversity and strive to create an inclusive and equitable environment for all.

Attention Job Seekers: Beware of job scams!
Job scams are on the rise, and you should take steps to protect yourself in your job search. Here are some guidelines to help you stay safe if you are applying for a job with Latch or Door:
  • Communications from Latch or Door will always come from @latch.com or @door.com. Do not accept a job interview invitation with Latch or Door from anyone who does not contact you through an email that comes from @latch.com or @door.com.
  • Latch never interviews candidates via Skype or in writing where you do not see the interviewer. All of our interviews happen either by video or in person.
  • We will never offer you a job based on a single conversation with someone claiming to be from our People organization. In all of our job interviews, you will always speak, by video or in person, with the hiring manager for the position.
  • Do not share your sensitive personal information with anyone who purports to offer you a job at Latch or Door unless you verified that the offer is from Latch or Door (check email senders addresses). We will never ask you for your bank account information or your mother’s maiden name during the interview process.
  • We will never ask you to purchase any equipment with a promise that we will reimburse you after you begin working for us.
  • If you believe you were a victim of a job scam, you may report it to the FBI: https://www.ic3.gov/.