Temporary Accounting Specialist

About GU Energy Labs

We are a family owned, purpose led sports nutrition manufacturer born and based in Berkeley since 1993, and are still the leader in sports nutrition gels. We believe movement is everything – it makes us feel alive, and we serve a global community of athletes, beginners and world record setters, who are discovering and pushing their human potential.

We’re a member of 1% for the Planet, and we strive to be the most impactful sports nutrition brand. Through our products, our partnerships, and programs like GU Gives, we work to support peak athletic performance, expand access to an active life, and protect the environments we live and play in.

About the Role 

This is a Part-Time Temporary position for 20-25 hours weekly, estimated to last approximately seven months. This position will be on-site, Tuesday – Thursday at our Berkeley HQ.

The Temporary Accounting Specialist is responsible for the timely and accurate support of Accounts Receivables processing and service to customer accounts. This role also provides timely assistance for Accounts Payable. The Temporary Accounting Specialist will also support the Finance and Accounting department with projects and recurring activities such as monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close.

What You’ll Do

Accounts Receivable (75%)

• Post daily AR invoicing through BC365, SPS, and Vendor portals
• Post and deposit all account receivables, including lockbox, ACH and wire inbound, PayPal & other misc. receivables. Close credit card settlement batch daily
• Work with customers, Sales Team, and Customer Support representatives to reconcile customer accounts and apply appropriate deposits and/or credits
• Perform weekly reporting on aged receivables, highlighting potential problem accounts and other significant issues
• Process and send out monthly statements of account
• Performs ad hoc duties and responsibilities as needed

Accounts Payable & Other (25%)

• Post entry of Selling, General, and Administrative (SG&A) expense invoices (non-inventory), manage entry of benefit invoices, etc.
• Assist with Company Reports, posting commissions, New Vendor Set-up
• Performs ad hoc duties and responsibilities as needed

What You Bring

• 3-5 years of Accounts Receivable / Accounts Payable experience; direct experience with customer/sales support preferred 

• Knowledge of basic accounting concepts, with some college level accounting coursework or equivalent preferred 

• Highly organized and detail-oriented, with strong 10-key, communication, project management, and customer service skills 

• Strong computer skills, including intermediate-level Excel; Pivot Tables and V-Lookups strongly preferred
• Experience with MS BC365 accounting software (a plus!) 

• Ability to research account and accounting issues as they arise and ask questions when needed 
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills 

About Benefits

• Paid sick time and holidays
• 401(k) with company match
• Annual wellness benefit, race entries, product & other perks
• Opportunities to give back to the planet we play on