Accountant

About us

At Auctane, we are united by a passion to help businesses deliver — whatever their size, wherever they are, and however they operate. We make it possible for businesses to meet the ever-changing requirements of their industry and customer expectations. Auctane products enable hundreds of thousands of businesses to annually mail and ship billions of items — over $200 billion worth — to recipients around the globe.

The Auctane family of mailing and shipping software products includes ShipStation, Stamps.com, ShipStation API, Endicia, Metapack, GlobalPost, Packlink, and Return Rabbit. Our partners include Amazon, UPS, USPS, eBay, BigCommerce, Shopify, WooCommerce, and Walmart.

Our values

Win as One. Delight Customers. Deliver Great Outcomes.

About the role

As a member of Auctane’s Finance & Accounting team, which drives the quarterly financial reporting, the Accountant will play an integral role reporting financials to the Company’s stakeholders and potential investors and ensuring that this is fair and accurate. The role will also ensure a smooth quarterly external audit in order to meet various regulatory requirements.

This role will report to the Senior Manager, Accounting and is responsible for, but not limited to, maintaining the day-to-day accounting and treasury functions, data analysis, and performing general accounting functions as required. We are a diversified group of related companies and operate in a busy fast-paced environment.

This position is hybrid (3 days per week in office) and is located in Austin, Texas.

Travel Requirements: No travel required.

About the team

Auctane’s Finance & Accounting team is responsible for reporting accurate financial reporting , as well as driving strategic and financial decision-making processes across the Company. We partner with Senior Management and business unit leaders to analyze and drive long-term business performance.

What will you be doing?

1. Month-End close process

• Work closely with various departments to gather and analyze complex financial data used for the preparation of journal entries in an accurate manner.


• Responsible for performing timely and accurate bank reconciliations, working cross-functionally to ensure we have accurate information.


• Calculate and post monthly journal entries.


• Perform reconciliations of data from multiple sources and systems to the general ledger such as cash, accrual and prepayment accounts.


• Document and evidence internal controls surrounding the tasks performed.

2. Establish, maintain, and coordinate the implementation of accounting procedures and internal control

• Perform technical research on accounting treatment and procedures.


• Assist in reevaluating existing controls and identifying areas of weakness or new risks.


• Assist in designing and implementing revised controls successfully.

3. Other

• Assist with ad hoc projects, analysis, reconciliation or analytics for variance business needs.


• Interact with external auditors effectively and compile PBC schedules during review, year-end audit, and tax audit.

What are we looking for?

• 2+ years of accounting experience required


• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, business or finance


• Solid understanding of US GAAP, general accounting processes and internal controls, and financial reporting tools


• High degree of accuracy and attention to detail


• Ability to solve problems with the analytical skills to investigate with clear, logical steps and excellent judgment to understand a complex issue.


• Manage time effectively between a variety of assignments and projects. Be able to use the most efficient way to complete tasks and find ways to save time.

What will make you stand out?

• Big 4 accounting work experience preferred


• Experience working with cash and bank reconciliations is a plus.

The Tech

• Intermediate proficiency in Excel (e.g. vlookups, pivot tables).


• Experience with enterprise accounting software (e.g. NetSuite) a plus.


• Basic SQL or other data analytics experience is a plus

What do we offer?

• 🏠 We are a hybrid company. All team members at Auctane in Austin come into the office Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays.


• 🛬Take the reins of your time off with our Flex Time Off policy – because work-life balance should always be in your hands!


• 🌅 We offer 12 paid holidays for all of our US employees!


• 💰401k employer matching program – because your future deserves a friendly boost!


• ⭐️We conduct annual merit reviews to recognize and reward your hard work and achievements.


• 🏟️ Company events, we work hard, play hard! We do our best every day, even at our regular team-building events.


• 🏢 Attractive office space in the heart of central Austin, Texas (free drinks, snacks…).


• 🍽Indulge in weekly catered lunches at our office – a delicious perk to fuel your work.


• 🏐 Health and Wellness: The well-being of our team is super important to us. Choose from different options that include medical, dental, and vision plans.


• 🏋🏾‍♀️Fitness center in the office with Tonal Mirrors, Pelotons, free weights, etc.


• 🧠Employee Assistance Program. We offer up to 8 free mental health sessions.


• 💪🏽We offer gym discounts to help you stay fit and healthy!


• 📚We offer education reimbursement to all employees, ensuring that you can pursue your educational goals while excelling in your career with us. Invest in your future and let us support your growth every step of the way.


• 🔗 Employee Referral Program! We reward employees helping us find top talent!


• 💜 An inclusive, casual and upbeat work environment. The personality and opinions of each of our team members are important and valid; we aim to offer all employees a safe environment where they can be themselves and thrive.

Additional Position Duties: (The following is a list of what all employees, except those with medical accommodation, may be regularly required to do.)

• Sit for prolonged periods of time


• Utilize wrist and hands for a prolonged period of time


• Walk short distances


• Stand for short periods


• Speaking and conversing with others


• Lift up to 25lbs without assistance up to chest height

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