Staff Accountant (Part time to Full time)

As a Staff Accountant at Zero Labs, your responsibilities will include coordinating accounting functions, preparing financial analysis and reports, budget monitoring, maintaining balance sheet and general ledger accounts, assisting with audits, and resolving discrepancies. You'll contribute to the development of new accounting systems while supporting your colleagues as needed.

To apply for the Staff Accountant position at Zero Labs, candidates should possess a Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance along with a minimum of three years of accounting experience. A strong understanding of GAAP and tax laws is essential, alongside proficiency in Microsoft Office or Google Workspace.

The Staff Accountant role at Zero Labs is primarily on-site based in Gardena, California. Candidates should check the commute impact before applying, as the position demands a collaborative working environment with our passionate team.

Zero Labs offers a comprehensive benefits package for its Staff Accountant employees, including generous paid time off, competitive compensation based on experience, flexible healthcare benefits, performance-based promotions and increases, and eligibility for stock options. Full-time employees can access benefits on the first day of the month following their hire date.

At Zero Labs, career growth for Staff Accountants is emphasized through performance-based opportunities for promotion and salary increases. Employees are encouraged to develop their skills and take on new responsibilities as they contribute to our innovative projects in electrification and classic vehicles.

When answering this question, highlight specific experiences where you've applied GAAP principles in your previous roles. Discuss how adherence to GAAP has benefited financial reporting and compliance in your past positions.

Explain your systematic approach to double-checking figures, using software tools, and conducting audits for completeness. Provide an example of a time you identified an error and how you resolved it, showing your attention to detail.

Discuss any accounting software you’ve worked with, such as QuickBooks or Excel, and provide examples of how you've leveraged it to streamline processes, improve reporting efficiency, or enhance collaboration within teams.

Use the STAR method (Situation, Task, Action, Result) to detail the discrepancy, your approach to investigating it, and the final outcome. This showcases your problem-solving skills and ability to work under pressure.

Share your time management strategies, such as prioritizing tasks, breaking them into manageable parts, and communicating proactively with your team about timelines and workload to meet deadlines effectively.

Explain your systematic approach to budget monitoring, including tracking expenses, comparing with budget forecasts, and suggesting corrective actions when necessary. Use specific instances to back your claims.

Discuss how you would approach training the team, sharing your knowledge, and providing ongoing support. Emphasize your communication skills and willingness to assist others in adapting to new tools effectively.

Provide an example of a complex financial analysis, detailing your analytical methods and how the analysis influenced financial decisions or strategy at your previous company.

Reflect on specific challenges like keeping up with regulatory changes or balancing accuracy with speed, and discuss how you overcome these challenges in your daily work.

When answering this question, relate your personal values and career goals to Zero Labs' mission. Talk about your passion for the automotive industry and clean energy, highlighting how your expertise aligns with the company’s goals.