Staff Accountant

At Serve Robotics, we’re reimagining how things move in cities. Our personable sidewalk robot is our vision for the future. It’s designed to take deliveries away from congested streets, make deliveries available to more people, and benefit local businesses. The Serve fleet has been delighting merchants, customers, and pedestrians along the way in Los Angeles while doing commercial deliveries.

The Serve fleet has been delighting merchants, customers, and pedestrians along the way in Los Angeles while doing commercial deliveries. We’re looking for talented individuals who will grow robotic deliveries from surprising novelty to efficient ubiquity.

Who We Are

We are tech industry veterans in software, hardware, and design who are pooling our skills to build the future we want to live in. We are solving real-world problems leveraging robotics, machine learning and computer vision, among other disciplines, with a mindful eye towards the end-to-end user experience. Our team is agile, diverse, and driven. We believe that the best way to solve complicated dynamic problems is collaboratively and respectfully.

The Staff Accountant is responsible for supporting the company’s accounting operations by maintaining accurate financial records, performing account reconciliations, and assisting with financial reporting. This role plays a vital part in ensuring the accuracy and timeliness of financial data and compliance with company policies. The Staff Accountant will work closely with the accounting team and other departments to support the company’s financial processes and goals.

Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and reports.

• Reconcile bank statements, accounts payable, and accounts receivable to ensure accuracy and resolve discrepancies.

• Post journal entries and ensure the general ledger is accurate and up-to-date.

• Review, classify, and record expenses while ensuring they align with company policies and budget guidelines.

• Provide documentation and assistance during internal and external audits, ensuring timely and accurate responses.

• Identify and recommend process improvements to increase efficiency and accuracy in accounting operations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; or equivalent work experience of 2+ years in accounting role.

• 2+ years of accounting experience in a similar role.

• Proficiency with accounting software (e.g., Xero) and intermediate to advanced Microsoft Excel skills.

• Familiarity with GAAP principles.

• Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to prioritize and meet deadlines.

• Excellent communication skills and a team-oriented mindset.

• High level of accuracy and analytical skills to ensure financial records are error-free.

• Ability to identify, troubleshoot, and resolve accounting discrepancies and inefficiencies.

What Makes You Stand Out

• Progress toward CPA certification.

• Experience in a start-up or fast-paced environment is a plus.

• Experience with robotics, manufacturing, or technology companies.

• Exposure to inventory management or cost accounting processes.

• Demonstrated ability to adapt and thrive in a dynamic, collaborative environment.