Accountant, Accounts Payable & Payroll

Target start date: Immediately.

Since its founding in 2015, 1X has been at the forefront of developing advanced humanoid robots designed for household use. Our mission is to create an abundant supply of labor via safe, intelligent humanoids. 

We strive for excellence in all we do, solving some of the hardest problems in robotics with the world’s most talented individuals. Every part of our robots is designed and produced in-house—from motor coils to AI—reflecting our vertically integrated approach. At 1X, you’ll own real projects, be recognized for your achievements, and rewarded based on merit.

We believe the best work is done when collaborating and therefore require in-person presence in our office locations. 

We are seeking a meticulous and highly organized Staff Accountant with a strong background in accounts payable and payroll operations. This role plays a vital part in maintaining accurate financial records, ensuring timely payment processing, and administering end-to-end payroll for employees. The ideal candidate will possess a solid understanding of accounting principles, demonstrate compliance with regulatory standards, and handle confidential information with a high level of discretion and integrity.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Accounts Payable (A/P):

• The Accounts Payable Specialist is a service-oriented accounting position that serves as a primary point of contact for assigned business accounts

• Process various types of accounts payable transactions, including data entry of vendor invoices and employee expense reimbursement

• Respond to vendor inquiries and interacting with both internal and external stakeholders to address inquiries and report requests

• Review all invoices daily for appropriate documentation and approval before payment

• Analyze invoices and code them to appropriate general ledger accounts and departments/cost centers

• Work with vendors and internal stakeholders to resolve any payment and invoice discrepancies

• Work closely with other departments to explore discount opportunities, verifies Tax ID numbers, resolves payment discrepancies, ensure credit is received for outstanding credit, and obtains ACH instructions for vendor payments.

• This position will maintain vendor records, including W-9 and tax information

Payroll:

• Work closely with HR to ensure accurate and timely full cycle payroll (hourly and salaried) processing, ensuring compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws and organizational policies

• Collaborate interdepartmentally to verify timely and accurate receipt of hourly timesheets and time off requests

• Experience with payroll preparation, worker’s compensation audit, wage garnishment policies, and business tax statements

• Ensure the review of payroll taxes and ensure the accuracy and timely filing of payroll taxes in compliance with GAAP

• Identify, investigate, and resolve discrepancies in the payroll general ledger, proactively addressing potential issues

• Partner with HR and the Controller on any ad hoc data collection to ensure informed decision-making and drive process optimization will be key to your roles

• Prepare accrual and liability account reconciliation

• Stay updated with multi-state payroll regulations and ensure consistent compliance  

General Accounting:

• Assist with monthly, quarterly, and year-end closing procedures

• Support the preparation of financial statements and reports

• Reconcile balance sheet accounts, including A/P and payroll-related liabilities

• Collaborate with other departments to improve financial processes and controls