Staff Accountant

Umbra builds next-generation space systems that observe the Earth in unprecedented fidelity.

Our mission: Deliver global omniscience.

To stay ahead of climate change, geopolitical risk, and other major crises and issues, we need a global understanding of what is changing, where, and how fast. Umbra provides easy access to the highest quality commercial satellite data available, which is an indispensable tool for the growing number of organizations monitoring the Earth. We empower our customers to create the solutions that inform, inspire, and address our planet’s most pressing needs. We’re helping to create a brand new industry that has never meaningfully existed before.

We are looking for a Staff Accountant to support the finance team in financial reporting, tax reporting and accounts payable. The primary responsibilities will be to reconcile accounts, assist with state and local tax reporting requirements and process accounts payable invoices. Additional responsibilities include posting journal entries and fixed asset accounting. Other duties may be assigned.

This is an onsite position based in our Santa Barbara/Goleta, CA office.

• Manage the accounts payable invoice process.
• Perform reconciliations of balance sheet accounts during month-end close.
• Oversee the maintenance of the fixed asset ledger.
• Record various accruals for the month-end period.
• Support the preparation of various tax returns, including sales & use tax, 571-L property tax returns, B&O tax returns, and 1099 forms.
• Help gather financial information as needed by external auditors and tax professionals.

Required Qualifications

• A minimum of 2 years of professional accounting experience.
• A Bachelor’s degree or higher in accounting, finance, or a related discipline.
• Proficient in accounting software, ERP systems, and databases.
• Strong skills in Excel.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication abilities, along with excellent interpersonal skills.
• Outstanding time management and organizational capabilities.
• Able to thrive in a dynamic and fast-paced work environment.
  
  

Desired Qualifications

• Public or larger private corporate tax experience.
• Proficient knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).

• Flexible Time Off, Sick, Family & Medical Leave
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, LTD, STD (employer funded)
• Vol Life, Critical Illness, Accidental, Hospital Indemnity, Pet Insurance (employee funded)
• 401k with 3% non-elective company contribution
• Stock Options
• Free parking
• Free lunch in office daily

Umbra is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

Employment Eligibility Verification

In compliance with federal laws, all hired persons will be required to verify their identity and eligibility to work in the United States by completing the required Employment Eligibility Verification Form (I-9 Form) upon hire.

ITAR/EAR Requirements

This position may include access to technology and/or data that is subject to U.S. export controls pursuant to ITAR and EAR. To comply with federal export controls, all persons hired must be a U.S. citizen, U.S. national, U.S. lawful permanent resident, refugee or asylee as defined by 8 U.S.C. § 1324b(a)(3), or must otherwise be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State and/or U.S. Department of Commerce as applicable. 

Pay Transparency
This job posting may cover multiple career levels. To ensure greater transparency, we provide base salary ranges for all roles, regardless of location. Our standard pay ranges are based on the role’s function and level, benchmarked against similar growth-stage companies. Compensation may vary based on geographical location, as certain regions may have different cost-of-living factors. The final offer will also be influenced by the candidate's skills, responsibilities, and relevant experience.

Compensation Range

The Compensation Range for this role is $75,000 - $90,000 DOE.