At Flexport, we believe global trade can move the human race forward. That’s why it’s our mission to make global commerce so easy there will be more of it. We’re shaping the future of a $8.6T industry with solutions powered by innovative technology and exceptional people. Today, companies of all sizes—from emerging brands to Fortune 500s—use Flexport technology to move more than $19B of merchandise across 112 countries a year.
The recent global supply chain crisis has put Flexport center stage as we continue to play a pivotal role in how goods move around the world. At a valuation of $8 billion, we’re experiencing record growth and are proud to have the support of the best investors in the game who believe in our mission, solutions and people. Ready to tackle global challenges that impact business, society, and the environment? Come join us.
Develop and strengthen our financial processes The opportunity:Flexport has an immediate opening for an Accounting Manager to join our Finance team. Finance plays a central role in our success by creating transparency of the company's performance, financials, risks, and internal controls, and building the people, process, and product needed for the future of Flexport.
We are seeking a highly motivated Accounting Manager with a mission to recommend and drive new initiatives and support our fast-growing organization. As an Accounting Manager, you will have the opportunity to build personalized relationships with key stakeholders across multiple functional departments within our dynamic finance organization. Your innovative ideas and results-oriented approach will be essential to our continued success, and you will play a critical role in driving improvement and innovation as we grow.
You will: Key contributor in the monthly close process and reporting for Flexport worldwide; including journal entries, reconciliations, and multi-entity consolidation. Create insightful monthly managerial reports and conduct analytical reviews that inform strategic decision-making across the organization. Conduct thorough technical accounting research and analysis on complex accounting issues, including preparing detailed memos and other documentation. Develop accounting policies and work with various teams to ensure consistent application and adherence to US GAAP Collaborate with stakeholders to leverage system capabilities, continuously improve processes, and ensure data quality. Help build a high performing accounting team; including hiring and development. You should have: 5+ years experience with a combination of public accounting and/or industry experience, preferably at a rapidly growing tech company. Superior knowledge of US GAAP, SEC reporting and compliance. Current CPA required. Familiarity with international accounting processes, working with multiple currencies and international consolidations. Management experience of accounting staff is strongly preferred. Demonstrated organizational skills and ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment with competing priorities. Demonstrated understanding of business process development and improvement. Passionate about accounting, finance, logistics and international trade! A "compliance first" attitude to keep our regulators happy and enthusiastic about Flexport since we operate in a heavily regulated industry.#LI-hybrid
Worried about not having any logistics experience?Don’t be! Our mission is to make global commerce so easy there will be more of it. That’s why it’s important to bring people from diverse backgrounds and experiences together with our industry veterans to help move the global logistics industry forward.
We know this industry is complex. That’s why we invest in education starting day one with Flexport Academy, a one week intensive onboarding program designed specifically to set every new Flexport employee up for success.
At Flexport, our ability to fulfill our mission of making global commerce easy and accessible relies on having a diverse, dedicated and engaged workforce. That is why Flexport is committed to creating and nurturing an environment where anyone can be their authentic self. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical and mental disability, health status, marital and family status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, military and veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law.