Accounting Analyst

Who is Intrepid Fiber Networks: 

At Intrepid, our mission is to deliver reliable, secure, high-capacity fiber connectivity to communities throughout the United States to meet the broadband demands of the future.  We are innovating toward a world where last-mile fiber connectivity is standard for communities everywhere. Intrepid is a Brookfield Infrastructure portfolio company led by established telecommunications executives with over 100 years of combined experience in the industry.  With a committed owner and a strong asset base, Intrepid is well positioned for growth. 

Role Summary: 

Intrepid is seeking a detail-oriented and dynamic Accounting Analyst to play a crucial role in ensuring the precision of our financial operations. The Accounting Analyst will support the Finance & Accounting department with day-to-day functions in support of the overall business. The primary focus is to ensure timely and accurate accounting transactions including but not limited to Billing, AP/AR, journal entries and payroll. The role will also assist with ongoing financial reporting and audit support throughout the year. 

Responsibilities: 

• Assist in the preparation of financial reports such as financial statements and budget performance, extracting meaningful insights to guide our Senior Leadership Team. 

• Navigate the complexities of GAAP and FASB to uphold financial standards and keep our operations running smoothly. 

• Support accounts payable, accounts receivable, billing, and payroll, ensuring the seamless functioning of our financial gears. 

• Actively contribute to building our finance department by identifying and implementation of new accounting policies, standards, and guidelines.

• Provide accurate, timely, and relevant recording, reporting, and analysis of financial information.

• Analyze financial information in order to identify and resolve any discrepancies in a timely manner, preserving the integrity of our financial story. 

• Partner with auditors and assist them with any requests.

• Handle sensitive information responsibly and confidentially.

Qualifications: 

• Motivated to manage and drive projects and communicate status proactively. 

• Knowledge of GAAP and FASB. 

• A customer-service mindset that lends itself to managing difficult or customer situations; responding promptly to customer needs. 

• Written and oral communication to collaborate effectively with teammates and resolve issues smoothly. 

• Strong attention to detail. 

• Uses good judgement to prioritize and plans work and escalate issues when appropriate. 

• Flexible and adaptable to the unique needs of a growing startup and willing to help build an amazing company in a scalable way. 

• 1-3 years of hands-on accounting experience.

• Bachelor’s Degree in accounting, finance, or a related field preferred, or an equivalent combination of education, training, certifications, and/or experience will also be considered.