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We live life in full flavor and believe the world should too. We create connections with every sip of our iconic Sparkling Ice, Sparkling Ice Caffeine, Sparkling Ice Energy, and Popwell.\nWhen it comes to success, we know we’re only as strong as our team. That's why we're an equal-opportunity employer. We value diversity and practice inclusivity, hiring great people who enhance our company.\nOur Rain Makers are our most important asset. That’s why we invest in them withbenefits and development opportunitiesthat reflect just how much we value them.\nWHAT YOU'LL DO\nOur Finance team loves digging into the details to drive profitability while providing excellent customer service. In this role, you'll be responsible for the accuracy and timeliness of the company’s financial statements and external reporting, manages the external audit, and supports tax and treasury activities. Talking Rain has transitioned Accounts Payable (AP), Accounts Receivable (AR), and Record-to-Report (RTR) to a managed service model. While you will not own AP or AR, you will partner closely with the managed service provider to review close deliverables, uphold strong controls and governance, and drive continuous process improvement throughout not only the Finance department, but also the Company as a whole.\nReports to: Sr. Director, Finance\nDirect Reports: AP Controls & T&E Accountant\nLocation: Onsite at our Preston, WA office\nAnnual Bonus Potential: 13 % - Eligibility is based on the company hitting annual financial targets.\nBase Salary: $125,000 - $160,000 (depending on experience)\nNote: New hires typically receive between minimum and midpoint, however, we may go slightly higher based on experience, internal equity and market.\nOwn the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close review, overseeing RTR deliverables prepared by the managed service provider (journal entries, accruals, balance sheet reconciliations, and flux analysis) to ensure accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with US GAAP.\nEnsure issuance of accurate and useful financial and management reporting (financial statements) for internal, external, lender, and Board use.\nManage annual external financial statement audits and other regulatory audits, serving as the primary point of contact for auditors and coordinating requests across internal teams and the managed service provider.\nCoordinate with the company’s external tax provider by preparing and providing the financial data, schedules, and supporting documentation needed for federal, state, and local tax returns; review draft returns and respond to tax inquiries as needed.\nSupport treasury activities, including cash reporting, review of bank reconciliations, covenant compliance, and preparation of reporting materials for the bank.\nEstablish, maintain, and monitor internal controls across the end-to-end accounting process, including controls performed by the managed service provider for AP, AR, and RTR.\nMonitor managed service performance against agreed service levels and KPIs, escalating issues and partnering with the provider on corrective actions and process improvements.\nLead and develop the AP Controls & T&E Accountant, who oversees AP controls, governance, and T&E compliance in partnership with the India-based AP team; set goals and objectives, coach, and foster a collaborative and results-driven culture.\nPartner with the managed service AP and AR teams to resolve issues, ensure proper cutoff and accruals, and maintain documented policies, procedures, and desk manuals.\nAssist in the preparation of the annual budget and financial forecasts, and support gross margin and profit and loss analysis as needed.\nIdentify and drive process improvement and automation opportunities, including within D365 and the managed service model.\nComplete other responsibilities as assigned.\nWe create connections with every sip. And we’ve found a lot of value in in-person connections! As a young, fast-growing company, we’re still creating and refining the systems that will fuel our future growth. Onsite presence is beyond collaboration, and here is why onsite presence matters:\nSpeeds decision-making - Having the right people in the same room means questions get answered and roadblocks get cleared instantly, which is critical when building for scale and aligning priorities across the various departments.\nStrengthens cross-functional execution - Many of our initiatives cut across departments. Onsite presence brings together the Finance, Marketing, and Supply Chain teams, along with others, ensuring the right voices are at the table at the right time to align on next steps.\nEnables richer, faster feedback loops - Real-time observation and discussion with Rain Makers across departments help us spot gaps, adapt processes, and improve outcomes immediately.\nWHAT YOU BRING\nBachelor’s degree in Accounting required\nCertified Public Accountant license required\n3 years of Public Accounting experience preferred\nAt least five (5) years of broad accounting and financial experience, including people leadership\nStrong knowledge of US GAAP, financial statement preparation, and internal controls\nExperience working with or overseeing outsourced, shared service, or offshore accounting teams preferred\nKnowledge and experience working with ERP (D365 experience preferred, but not required).\nProficiency with the Microsoft Office suite (e.g., Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel)\nPower-user in Excel (e.g., VLOOKUP, pivot tables)\nExperience using AI tools (e.g., Microsoft Copilot, ChatGPT, Claude) to automate tasks, improve analysis, or streamline accounting processes preferred\nAbility to accommodate a flexible schedule, occasionally working evenings and weekends for special assignments\nAt Talking Rain...\nWe are Accountable for Results\nWe make clear commitments, follow through, and take responsibility for outcomes. We trust each other to do great work and support one another when things get tough.\nWe Innovate with Curiosity\nCuriosity fuels everything we do, and innovation is core to who we are. This drives our competitive edge. Rain Makers ask questions, test ideas, and move with intention. We don’t wait for perfect. We try, learn, adjust, and grow.\nWe Embrace Change\nGrowth requires adaptability. We are resilient, agile, and energized by what’s next. Those who thrive at Talking Rain are excited by momentum, not intimidated by it.\nWe Are One Team\nWe’re better together, and our differences make us stronger. We’re all about diverse perspectives, real relationships, and authenticity at work. Ideas are welcome and encouraged. We compete externally and align internally, engaging the right people and ideas to move the business forward. Collaboration here is active, not passive. We commit. We deliver. Together.\nWHAT WE OFFER\nNothing makes a great job even better than throwing in a few perks! All regular, full-time Rain Makers are equipped with everything they need to maintain their health and well-being. That means things like...\nThree Weeks of Vacation per calendar year. And that’s just to start! Spend some time with us, and you’ll accrue an additional week every few years, depending on your exempt status!\nFMLA qualifying Rain Makers receive six weeks of paid parental leave.Parents get to spend time at home bonding with their new addition (whether it arrives by birth, fostering, or adoption). For birth mothers, additional time is provided for medical leave. Depending on the state in which you reside, additional time may also be available for parents who do not require medical leave.\nFlexibility Stipend. For eligible Rain Makers, spend this extra monthly stipend as you wish, but know it’s intended to contribute to things like your phone, internet or other business uses while working remotely or needs outside of normal working hours.\nRelocation: Relocation Available (when available)\nOnsite and Hybrid Rain Makers: Get paid to carpool! Drive to work with another Rain Maker every week at least 2X a week and receive mileage reimbursement.\n401k with Immediate Vesting. With matched contributions and investment customization, we'll help build a plan to reach your goals.\nFitness Reimbursements. We're all about going the extra mile, so we provide reimbursements for community events and competitions like fun runs, triathlons, and cycling tours.Rain Makers may also enjoy access to our on-site gym in Preston complete with a personal trainer 2 days per week.\n\nMedical/Dental/Vision. Not only do we offer it, but our plans are excellent and flexible to your needs. And one is even free for our Rain Makers!\nVehicle Program -Field Sales Specialist - Mileage is reimbursed at the IRS rate\nField Sales Managers and Market Managers - Company car or vehicle stipend included!\nRegional Sales Managers and Sales Directors - We use the leader in vehicle reimbursement solutions, Motus. This program provides a monthly fixed and variable rate that adheres to IRS guidelines for the business use of personal vehicles.\n\nPlease note, eligibility for our full benefits package is based on an average of 30+ hours per week in regular (not temporary) positions.\nWant to get to know us better? Click to learn about us and our careers. 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