Position Overview
We are seeking a Senior Staff Accountant to lead key accounting functions for the corporate and U.S. operations of Blink Charging, a US publicly traded company. This role is ideal for an experienced, technically strong accountant with deep GL expertise, proven month-end close leadership, and specialized knowledge in equity awards accounting and administration.
The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment, takes full ownership of complex accounting areas, mentors junior staff, and is ready to contribute strategically to a growing public-company finance organization.
Here's What You'll Do:
- Own and execute complex monthly journal entries (accruals, prepaids, fixed assets, intercompany) with minimal supervision.
- Lead balance sheet and P&L account reconciliations, ensuring accuracy and compliance with company policies.
- Drive the month-end and quarter-end close process for assigned areas, identifying and resolving issues proactively.
- Lead financial statement preparation and serve as primary liaison with external auditors for assigned areas.
- Own equity awards accounting and administration, including ASC 718 compliance, stock-based compensation entries, grant tracking, and coordination with HR, Legal, and external providers.
- Ensure full compliance with U.S. GAAP, SOX, and internal controls; identify and remediate control gaps.
- Drive continuous improvement in processes, documentation, systems, and efficiency across the accounting function.
- Mentor and provide technical guidance to Staff Accountant II and III team members.
- Participate in special projects, system implementations, and cross-functional initiatives as needed.
What You Bring to the Table:
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance, CPA is a plus.
- 3–5+ years of general ledger accounting experience, with significant time in a corporate public company environment and Big 4 or top-tier public accounting firm background.
- Deep understanding of GAAP, including technical accounting topics.
- Proven track record of owning month-end close, reconciliations, and technical accounting areas.
- Advanced Excel skills (complex formulas, pivot tables, macros, data analysis).
- Strong experience with ERP systems (NetSuite highly preferred); ability to optimize system usage.
- AI-first mindset, savvy in AI tools utilization.
- Exceptional attention to detail with proven ability to manage multiple priorities.
- Strong leadership, communication, and mentorship skills.
- Highly self-directed with demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively.
- Good understanding of public-company reporting and SOX compliance requirements.
- Strategic mindset with passion for improving processes and developing talent.
