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Bridger Photonics, Inc. (Bridger) creates and deploys innovative LiDAR sensors for the Oil & Gas and Industrial Manufacturing industries. Our airborne LiDAR sensors are transforming the way the Oil & Gas industry discovers and manages natural gas (methane) leaks. This opportunity is resulting in significant and rapid growth for our company.

To assist in our growth, we seek an outstanding and motivated Accounting and Payroll Specialist. The successful candidate will work closely with our Director of Finance and will be responsible for managing and processing all payroll-related activities, benefits, and PTO reconciliation, ensuring accurate and timely financial records, and managing the accounts receivable process. The candidate will also be responsible for preparing financial reports, conducting financial analysis, and providing support to the accounting team.

Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:

• Manage the accounts receivable process, including creating and sending invoices, recording payments, and following up on past due accounts.
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards and company policies.
• Support company event planning and execution
• Prepare and process invoices, bills, and expense reports.
• Ability to backup departments other operations
• Perform month-end and year-end close activities, including journal entries, and account reconciliations
• Assist in the preparation of financial statements and other reports for management, auditors, and regulatory agencies.
• Manage and process payroll activities, including reviewing and verifying employee time cards, calculating wages, and ensuring payroll compliance with federal, state, and local laws.
• Benefits and PTO reconciliation
• Maintain accurate financial records by reconciling bank statements, general ledger accounts, and other financial statements.

Required Qualifications:

• Experience with accounting software and Microsoft Excel
• Experience working independently and as part of a team
• Ability to determine work priorities and accomplish goals within limited periods of time while under pressure
• Comprehensive knowledge of the principles and practices of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
• Ability to plan, organize and oversee very detail oriented activities
• Knowledge of federal, state and local payroll laws and regulations
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to stay current on trends and developments in accounting regulations
• Requires a bachelor's degree in accounting or related degree
• Ability to represent Bridger Photonics in a professional and courteous manner at all times
• >2 years in accounting and payroll
• Ability to analyze and interpret accounting records

Preferred Qualifications:

• Moderate to advanced Excel skills are required – pivot tables, VLOOKUP, INDEX & MATCH, IFS, and SUMIF Query/SQL experience helpful but not required.
• Highly organized, and have proven success with accounting operations.
• Show strong initiative, critical thinking, and have a high attention to detail.
• Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.
• Experience with payroll systems (Paylocity or other systems).

Additional Information:

• Bridger Photonics, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
• United States Employment Eligibility: Bridger does not offer visa sponsorships. If you are hired, you will be required to fill out the US Department of Homeland Security’s I-9 form confirming you are able to work in the US.
• This is a full-time, salaried position
• Salary is commensurate with education, experience, and skills
• This position is based at Bridger’s facility in Bozeman, MT and is not a remote work position.
• Limited work from home opportunities may be available

For full consideration, please submit the following: (a) cover letter identifying the position you are applying for and your interest in the job, (b) resume, and (c) two relevant professional references that Bridger can contact. Please submit application materials via email with the job title in the subject line to: [email protected]

Benefits

Bridger Photonics, Inc. offers excellent health, dental, and retirement benefits.

Located in the heart of southwestern Montana’s Rocky Mountains, Bozeman, Montana offers unrivaled outdoor opportunities for skiing, hiking, climbing, biking, rafting, and camping. Yellowstone National Park is just a 1 ½ hour drive from our doorstep. Our community also offers an exceptional educational system and many cultural and sporting events. For us, these factors help make Bozeman the ideal place to live and work.