Accounting Specialist

1 Week ago • 3 Years + • $76,000 PA - $110,000 PA

Job Summary

Job Description

As an Accounting Specialist, you will be the go-to accountant for the finance team, transforming daily transactions into actionable insights. You will manage the full accounting cycle, including journal entries, monthly closings, and system optimization, while collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless approvals and data flow. Your responsibilities will include ensuring compliance with GAAP, leading monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes, preparing balance sheet reconciliations, managing accounts payable and receivable, supporting tax filings, and auditing financial records. The role requires a detail-oriented individual who can streamline workflows and meet deadlines, with a focus on building a scalable finance foundation.

Must have:

3+ years of full-cycle accounting experience.
Strong GAAP knowledge.
Advanced Excel & Google Sheets skills (XLOOKUP, SUMIFS, Pivot Tables, etc.).
Experience with QuickBooks or Xero administration.

Good to have:

Strong close, reconciliation, and reporting skills.
Multi-currency experience.

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Job Details

Our Mission:

Driving technology always feels old. Not by a little bit. We believe vehicles can be a thousand times smarter, safer, and more connected to the world around us, and our mission is to see it happen. In 2019, we joined forces with Honda as their first startup acquisition, and now we’re expanding our vision into building the future of electric vehicles (BEV) for millions of people around the world.

Why Drivemode:

Join Drivemode for an exciting startup environment and a vibrant culture that combines impactful work, competitive compensation, and excellent benefits. By becoming a part of our team, you'll contribute to a crucial mission that revolutionizes the way people engage with vehicles, addressing both business needs and the world's environmental challenges. This presents an exceptional opportunity to be at the forefront of innovation and drive Honda's success in the EV market.

About The Role:

You’ll be the finance team’s go-to accountant—turning daily transactions into clear, actionable insights. Reporting to the Finance Director, you will own the full accounting cycle—from journal entries and the monthly close to system optimization—while partnering with cross-functional teams to keep approvals seamless and data flowing. If you thrive on precision and want to build a scalable finance foundation for a tech-forward company, we’d love to meet you.

What You'll Do:

Ensure full compliance with GAAP and company policies.
Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes.
Prepare and reconcile balance-sheet accounts and P&L statements.
Reconcile cash flow and manage A/P and A/R.
Support tax filings and coordinate with external tax advisors.
Audit financial records and transactions to safeguard accuracy and compliance.

Systems Management, Data Analysis & Forecasting

Implement, maintain, and optimize accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, Xero); act as system administrator and integrate with other business tools.
Use advanced Excel/Google Sheets functions (SUMIF, XLOOKUP, Pivot Tables) to maintain financial databases, analyze data, and produce reports.
Deliver dashboards, visualizations, and cost projections that equip leadership to make faster, smarter decisions

What We Are Looking For

3+ years of full-cycle accounting with solid GAAP knowledge
Advanced Excel & Google Sheets (XLOOKUP, SUMIFS, Pivot Tables, Power Query, basic macros); data-driven mindset.
QuickBooks or Xero admin experience, including integrations with other business tools.
Detail-oriented communicator who streamlines workflows and meets tight deadlines.

Nice to Have

Strong close, reconciliation, and reporting skills; able to turn numbers into clear insights.
Multi-currency experience

$76,000 - $110,000 a year

This is the position's total compensation package including the company's bonus structure. This position also comes with full benefits. Actual compensation packages are based on a wide array of factors unique to each candidate, including but not limited to demonstrated skill set, years and depth of relevant experience, and some role-dependent factors. We welcome direct conversations with each candidate about compensation in all of our initial calls.

EEOC Statement

Drivemode is proud of a very diverse team with employees coming from 5 continents/20 countries as of today. Diversity in our workplace has played an important part in our success; we recognize each employee’s unique background, knowledge, experiences, ideas, and viewpoints which are all critical in developing a product that has the greatest impacts on drivers all over the world.

Drivemode provides equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, age, gender, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or any other characteristics that make you unique.