Staff Accountant

Boston-based company Piaggio Fast Forward Inc. (PFF) was founded in 2015 by the Piaggio Group (the Italian manufacturer that created the iconic Vespa scooter). We are on a mission to build technology products that move the way that people move. In order to bring products to market today, PFF is solving the problem of robotic interaction with people in dynamically changing environments. We're innovators, neighbors and creators with a passion for local living and pushing the limits on urban transportation. We support a sustainable mobility ecology with healthy lifestyles and social connectivity available to all, regardless of age or abilities.

Piaggio Fast Forward (PFF) is hiring a Staff Accountant to perform product costing and inventory accounting. The Staff Accountant concentrates on accounting and analysis for revenue recognition, inventory standard costs, variances, reserves, and cost of goods. This individual will work hands-on with the VP of Finance for monthly close, as well as our Supply Chain Management Team, Leadership Team, and other key stakeholders to provide the financial and operating controls necessary in managing a manufacturing business.

What You’ll Do

• Prepare journal entries to include recording deferred revenue recognition, deferred revenue releases, returned goods, and expense reclasses. 
• Administer and manage AP and AR activities.
• Plan, collect, and analyze data to drive the quarterly inventory standard cost and revaluation processes.
• Review and analyze monthly purchase price variances and production variances.
• Assist with inventory control measures including cycle counting and physical inventories.
• Collaborates across Supply Chain and Accounting to monitor inventory during the production and delivery cycle.
• Prepare journal entries to support month-end financial close deliverables.
• Reconcile and analyze key balance sheet and income statement accounts, including balance sheet reconciliations.
• Monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting packages for leadership.
• Forecast cash flow and funding requirements.
• Implement revenue recognition principles.
• Execute general accounting and payroll reconciliations.
• Manage inter-company accounting and transactions.
• Lead and support Local, State and Federal tax filings. 
• Assist in Local and Corporate Audits.
• Design, lead, and support the company’s operating model.

What You Need

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting and or Finance, or a related discipline.
• 3-4 years of experience in accounting/manufacturing environment.
• Experience with NetSuite ERP and MRP preferred.
• Advanced Excel skills.
• Self-motivated and driven individual with strong analytical skills and passion for problem solving.
• Sound understanding of GAAP and IFRS accounting principles
• Proven ability to multi-task and work independently in a challenging fast paced environment.
• Successful applicants will be asked to show proof that they can legally work in the U.S.

Commitment to Diversity
We strive to create a workforce that embraces every culture, language, age, sexual orientation, disability, gender identity, background and experience. PFF has multiple DEI programs in place for our employees; including a mentorship program, regular pay equity audits, DEI training, and a standardized interviewing framework that is focused on "culture add." These programs support an equitable and inclusive workplace that promote the growth, retention, and recruiting of women and BIPOC in the workplace.

Note: Even if you don't meet all of the requirements listed we encourage you to apply. Think of it more as looking for some of the items listed, not all.

Where legally permissible, must be willing to provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination status on first day of employment.