Staff Accountant

We are seeking a Staff Accountant to support accurate financial reporting, safeguard company assets, and ensure financial data integrity. This role will be committed to maintaining compliance and continuous improvements, and will report directly to the Assistant Controller. 

Why PayJunction?

PayJunction is relentless and emphatic about helping others.  We exist to drive the success of our partners.  Specifically, the developers who connect to us, businesses who process payments through us, and all of our team members who work with us at PayJunction.

We believe dreams inspire people to start a business, and others to partner with them.  While building dreams, entrepreneurs and business professionals will face many challenges along the way. We believe great partners can make all the difference.

We are your dream partner.  
Your success is our success. 
Our dream is to help you realize yours.

We exist to drive the success of our partners.  We do this by fundamentally changing the way you transact with others.  We just happen to make great payment systems.  If you love helping others succeed, in a culture that celebrates perfecting your craft, consider partnering with us.

Location

PayJunction takes a Flex First approach to work environments. This means that our team members can choose to work from our Santa Barbara office or remotely from home. We ensure that everyone has the resources and equipment to work where they feel most productive. We trust our teams to make the best decision for their work environment. All PayJunction employees must reside in one of the following states: CA, IL, TX, MN, CO, GA, NY, MA, CT.    

Mission

Our Accounting team’s mission is to provide accurate financial reporting to enhance business decisions, while safeguarding PayJunction's assets and ensuring financial data integrity.

Vision

Our Accounting team’s vision is to empower PayJunction to achieve its strategic objectives through sound financial management and actionable business insight.

Responsibilities

• Perform monthly close activities in accordance with US GAAP
• Reconcile balance sheet accounts, including, cash, investments, accounts receivable, fixed assets, merchant reserve account, and other assigned accounts
• Process accounts receivable billing and manage collection
• Prepare and file monthly and quarterly multi-state sales tax reports accurately and on schedule
• Generate monthly revenue reports and perform related analysis
• Contribute to monthly reporting for partner business reviews 
• Support annual audit requests in coordination with the Assistant Controller
• Monitor financial controls and identify opportunities for process improvement
• Maintain positive communication with teammates and external partners
• Provide ad hoc support to the Accounting team as needed

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; field of study in Accounting preferred
• 2–4 years of experience in a Staff Accountant role
• Direct experience with general ledger account reconciliations and journal entries
• Working knowledge of GAAP and accrual-based accounting
• Experience preparing fixed asset depreciation schedules, including additions and disposals
• Proficiency in Excel, including use of pivot tables and vlookups
• Familiarity with Google Workspace tools (Docs, Sheets, Gmail, etc.)
• Experience using accounting software (QuickBooks preferred); ability to learn new systems quickly
• Comfort working in a Mac environment is a plus
• Experience with Confluence products (Wiki, Jira) is a plus
• Strong analytical, organizational, and written communication skills

About PayJunction

Founded in 2000 by three UCSB graduates, PayJunction has grown from a bootstrapped startup to a recognized and respected leader in the payments industry. PayJunction processes more than $12 billion dollars annually for thousands of businesses with solutions that make it easy to accept credit and debit card payments in-store, online, and on-the-go.

Our people-first culture values long-term relationships over short-term profits. Honesty and integrity are part of every interaction with partners, customers and employees. We foster a collaborative work environment, where creative ideas are welcomed, teams are inspired, and success is celebrated. PayJunction is a place where you can find experienced mentors and supportive friends who are committed to your growth.

Total Rewards Plan

• Health, dental, and vision paid 100% by company for you and your dependents
• 401k with 6% match
• FSA and Dependent Care FSA
• Long-term & short-term disability coverage for you paid 100% by company
• 8 paid company holidays per year
• 2 paid floating holidays per year
• 1 paid volunteer day per year
• Paid Time Off
• Home office equipment stipend
• Annual Learning Stipend
• Quarterly “fun budgets” for team bonding events
• Opportunity to be part of a company that is changing a whole industry
• Opportunity for growth within the company
• Opportunity for remote, in-office, or hybrid work 

Office Environment

• The opportunity to choose the work environment that best suits you - remote, in-office, or hybrid.
• All remote & hybrid team members can enjoy:
  • Company-provided equipment for your home office
  • An equipment allowance for home office essentials
  • The opportunity to work at one of Glassdoor's Top 30 Best Places to Work in the US, 2020!
• Those who choose to come into the office can look forward to:
  • Bright and open offices in downtown Santa Barbara
  • Stocked snack kitchens 
  • Collaborative work spaces with Herman Miller chairs, height-adjustable desks, and a large 32-inch monitors
  • Dog-friendly office

Company Values

• Build the Dream
• Put People First
• Value Long Term Relationships Over Short Term Profit
• Make it Simple
• Be Data Driven
• Own It

This is an hourly position with a starting pay range of $33.65 – $38.46 per hour, plus our Total Rewards Benefit package. Actual compensation will vary based on factors such as education, experience, skills, and qualifications.

PayJunction is an equal opportunity employer. We strive to create a work environment where people from all backgrounds and identities thrive. We firmly believe that more diversity and inclusion in our workforce creates a stronger team, product, and culture.

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire. PayJunction reserves the right to conduct background and/or credit checks on all of its potential employees.