Senior Accountant, Technical Accounting & Financial Reporting

Lime is the world's largest shared electric vehicle company. We’re on a mission to build a future where transportation is shared, affordable and carbon-free. Our electric bikes and scooters have powered 400+ million rides in 250+ cities on 5 continents, replacing an estimated 100+ million car trips. Named a Time 100 Most Influential Company and Fast Company Brand That Matters, we achieved a fully profitable year in 2022, becoming the first in our industry to reach this milestone.

Lime is hiring a Senior Accountant to join our Corporate Accounting team! In this role, you will report into the Senior Manager, Technical Accounting & Financial Reporting and will play a critical role in supporting Lime’s global accounting and financial reporting functions. 

You will prepare financial statements and footnotes included in the company’s periodic financial reporting and will own and continuously improve the end-to-end processes related to certain accounting topics.

You will partner with other internal groups to evaluate and address technical accounting matters related to complex transactions and business initiatives. You will develop, publish and maintain global accounting policies and procedures and will also assist with the tracking, assessment and implementation of new accounting pronouncements.

The ideal candidate will have experience working in a fast-paced environment. You will be an in the moment problem solver with the ability to think about the short term and long term plan. You're energized about building and scaling and being part of a forward-thinking organization.

What you'll do:

• Assist in the preparation of periodic financial statements and footnotes, completion of disclosure checklists, and coordination with external auditors.
• Perform monthly close activities for certain corporate accounting processes, including lease accounting.
• Evaluate and understand complex transactions and business initiatives, research and apply complex accounting standards to those transactions, develop solutions to accounting issues, and effectively communicate the results to stakeholders.
• Develop and maintain global accounting policies and procedures.
• Monitor and research new accounting standards, summarize and communicate impacts, and spearhead process changes when necessary to comply with new requirements.
• Communicate and collaborate effectively with other groups, including Shared Services Accounting, FP&A, Tax, Legal, SOX/Internal Audit, and Operations, to ensure compliance with US GAAP and global accounting policies. 
• Drive continuous improvements in the efficiency and effectiveness of corporate accounting processes.

About you:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting
• CPA, or pursuing CPA certification
• 3+ years relevant professional experience, preferably in public accounting (Big Four) and/or with a public company.
• Strong understanding of US GAAP principles and SOX internal control requirements.
• Ability to conduct research, develop and document positions, and effectively communicate results to management, auditors, and non-accounting stakeholders.
• Detail oriented, organized, and able to prioritize multiple tasks




Preferred Experienced:

• Deep understanding and hands on experience with ASC 842 lease accounting
• Experience with NetSuite, Workiva, and/or Visual Lease

The anticipated salary range for this position is $74,000 - $100,000. Annual performance bonus, equity and benefits may be provided as part of the compensation package, depending on the position offered. Not all candidates will be eligible for the upper end of the salary range. Exact salary will ultimately depend on multiple factors, which may include the candidate’s location of residence, the successful candidate's skills, experience and other qualifications. In addition to base salary, some roles may be eligible for a variable performance-bonus based on a combination of company performance, employee performance, and management discretion.

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Why Lime? 

When you join Lime, you join a global community of smart, caring, talented individuals working together to deliver world-changing results; striving to create an experience that enables Limers to do their best work. Here are some ways we support and invest in our team: 

Competitive salaries, performance-based annual bonus and pre-IPO equity

Health and wellness offerings for all team members starting day one including access to top-tier fitness and mindfulness apps

Flexible vacation policies with ample paid holidays tailored to country of residence

Fully-paid leave following the birth or adoption of a child and financial, medical and educational support for Limers pursuing parenthood

Support for retirement and financial goals with unlimited access to financial advisors

Unlimited, complimentary use of our vehicles in hundreds of cities around the world

Professional growth opportunities through quarterly learning days and top-tier tools

Opportunities to connect across teams and locations to network, socialize and volunteer

Culture of belonging with Employee Resource Groups that engage and promote cultural awareness and DEI training across all functions

Consistent recognition of great work through meaningful rewards and career advancements

Benefits and perks vary depending on the nature of your employment and country of residence. Terms and conditions may apply.

If you want to make an impact, Lime is the place for you. Not sure if you meet all the qualifications? If this role excites you we encourage you to apply. Explore all opportunities on our career page.

Lime is an Equal Opportunity Employer, but that’s just the start. We believe different perspectives help us grow and achieve more. That’s why we’re dedicated to hiring and developing the most talented and globally diverse team – which includes individuals with different backgrounds, abilities, identities and experiences. Applicants who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process can email [email protected] for assistance. 

Use of artificial intelligence or an LLM such as ChatGPT during the interview process will be grounds for rejection of your application.

Lime will consider employment for qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records, pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, the City of Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative, the California Fair Chance Act, and other applicable law. When reviewing an applicant's criminal history, Lime will consider all of the material duties listed above to determine if there is an adverse and negative relationship between any criminal history and the ability to perform the material duties of the job.