Senior Corporate Accountant

Join Energy Recovery and Help Build a Sustainable Future  

At Energy Recovery, we build products that help limit global temperature rise, reduce carbon emissions, provide safe drinking water for millions of people, and bring efficiency and sustainability to a range of industries. Our products help customers avoid approximately 19.7 million metric tons of carbon emissions per year -- equivalent to removing over 4.7 million cars from the road! 

In addition to innovating world-class products that help our customers and the environment, our employees enjoy a diverse, collaborative work culture, as well as extensive company benefits that support the overall wellbeing of our staff. This includes everything from generous health plans and time off, paid family leave, subsidized lunches and company events, and opportunities for charitable giving and volunteering in the community.  

Come find out why we’ve been a certified Great Place to Work for 3 years in a row!  

What You Can Look Forward To:

Energy Recovery, Inc.is seeking a qualified candidate for an immediate full-time job opening for the position of Senior Corporate Accountant, with the accounting team in the San Leandro facility. This position is responsible for preparation of monthly consolidated financials, revenue accounting, and intercompany reconciliation. This role involves both recurring accounting duties and participation in ad hoc projects aimed at process and system improvements, making it ideal for detail-oriented individuals who thrive in a fast-paced environment.

• Support month-end, quarter-end, and year-end accounting close processes.
• Responsible for all activities relating to consolidation of financial statements.
• Prepare and review financials including income statements, balance sheets and cash flow statements.
• Review foreign entity financials and reconcile intercompany transactions ensuring proper eliminations.
• Responsible for quality, accuracy and timeliness of journal entry preparations and Balance Sheet account reconciliations in accordance with US GAAP and ensure compliance with SOX controls and internal procedures for the following areas - Bank, Investment, Prepaid, Lease, Fixed Assets and Expense allocation.
• Prepare PBC schedules for SEC filings for external auditors and responsible for SOX compliance responsibilities with a specific emphasis on investments, lease and fixed assets.
• Manage fixed assets capitalization and depreciation and accounting for leases
• Drive process improvements and assist in the IT automation projects within the accounting function
• Participate in ad hoc projects and process/system improvement projects
• All other projects and duties as assigned

• BA/BS in Accounting or equivalent required
• CPA preferred
• 3+ years of relevant public accounting and/or industry experience required
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Has a successful track record in prioritizing, multi-tasking, and consistently meeting deadlines with a high quality of work
• Detail-oriented and excellent organization skills
• Working knowledge of ERP systems, preferably Microsoft Dynamics D365 F&O
• Strong knowledge of US GAAP and internal controls/SOX
• Advanced Excel skills

• Health Insurance: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with options for family coverage
• Retirement Plans: 401(k) plan with company matching to help you save for the future
• Paid Time Off: Generous vacation policy, paid sick leave, and paid holidays to ensure a healthy work-life balance
• Wellness Programs: Mental Wellness Support with therapy and coaching in addition to an employee assistance program
• Fitness Perks: Enjoy access to our on-site gym with an on-site trainer, yoga classes and gym reimbursement for remote employees
• Team Events: Regular team-building activities and social events to foster a positive work culture such as; ping-pong tournaments, gratitude lunches, and summer BBQs
• Referral Bonus: Earn up to $1,500 for referring friends
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA): Pre-tax savings for medical expenses, commuter, and dependent care, helping you manage out-of-pocket costs
• Tuition Reimbursement: Financial support for continuing education, including courses and degree programs to help you advance your career
• Paid Parental Leave: Generous paid leave for new parents to bond with their children and support family needs

We are an EOE/AA employer committed to workforce diversity.

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