Accounting Manager

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Description

About Us:

RunBuggy is the most technically advanced automotive logistics platform on the market. Period.

Backed by Porsche Ventures and Hearst Ventures, RunBuggy is transforming the way cars move. Our cutting-edge technology is trusted by some of the largest OEMs, captive finance companies, and automotive lenders in the world to streamline vehicle transportation at scale.

RunBuggy's end-to-end platform connects car shippers and haulers in real time - eliminating the friction of traditional load boards and costly custom software. For shippers, RunBuggy integrates directly into existing management systems, reducing transportation costs and accelerating delivery timelines. For transporters, we offer a smarter, more profitable way to find, accept, and manage loads - all from a single app.

Since launching in 2019, RunBuggy has grown to over 190 team members, facilitated the movement of hundreds of thousands of vehicles, and attracted tens of thousands of transporters across the U.S.

We're not just building a better logistics platform - we're redefining the future of automotive transportation.

About the Role:

The Accounting Manager oversees the day-to-day operations of the accounting team, including month-end close, AR/AP and Treasury functions, ensuring compliance with RunBuggy's accounting policies and US GAAP. This role provides leadership and mentoring to staff accountants and supports the Controller on special projects, including management reporting, AI adoption and process improvement, cross-functional system and product changes, contract review and financial statement audits.

What You Will Be Doing:

• Oversees monthly and annual close cycles, including coordination with other departments.
• Prepares and reviews journal entries and account reconciliations; investigates and resolves reconciling items.
• Compiles financial reports and analyze trends and variances in account activity.
• Performs Treasury functions including preparing electronic payments.
• Analyzes outstanding receivables and support collections activities.
• Recommends and implements workflow and automation improvements (including AI-enabled tooling) to drive efficiency and data accuracy.
• Develops accounting policies and enhances documentation of accounting processes.
• Supervises, develops, and trains staff accountants, including cross-training within the team and managing performance.
• Assists with the annual financial statement audit and other compliance requirements.
• Supports special projects and other duties as assigned.

Requirements

What You Bring to the Team by Way of Skills and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or similar required.
• 5+ years of related accounting experience, including AP/AR and general ledger, with at least 2 years in a supervisory or lead capacity.
• Experience participating in financial statement audits. Public accounting experience a plus.
• NetSuite experience a plus.
• Curiosity and willingness to learn new systems and tools, including emerging AI-enabled accounting technologies.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Experience in automotive, logistics , or transportation businesses a plus.

Certificates, Licenses, and/or Registrations:

• CPA a plus.
• NetSuite certifications a plus.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• 1-3 direct reports.
• This position reports to the Controller.

Working Conditions:

• Standard office environment.
• Hybrid schedule with in-office presence at the Tempe location expected; remote work available for candidates in Pacific or Mountain time zones.
• Occasional extended hours during month-end close, quarter-end, and year-end audit periods.
• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States.

What is in it for You and Why you Should Apply:

• Market competitive pay based on education, experience, and location.
• Highly competitive medical, dental, vision, Life w/ AD&D, Short-Term Disability insurance, Long-Term Disability insurance, pet insurance, identity theft protection, and a 401(k) retirement savings plan.
• Employee wellness program.
• Employee rewards, discounts, and recognition programs.
• Generous company-paid holidays (12 per year), vacation, and sick time.
• Paid paternity/maternity leave.
• Monthly connectivity/home office stipend if working from home.
• A supportive and positive space for you to grow and expand your career.

Pay Range Disclosure:

The advertised range represents the expected pay range for this position at the time of posting based on education, experience, skills, location, and other factors.

Unsolicited resumes sent via email or LinkedIn Messenger will not be considered.

No agencies, please.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

RunBuggy is an equal-opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination, harassment, and retaliation on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including gender identity and sexual orientation), pregnancy, parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.

Salary Description

Pay range starting at $95,000/yr.+, DOE