Staff Accountant

Who We Are:

At Formic, we’re on a mission to revolutionize American manufacturing and create more abundance in the world. We believe in continuing the American legacy of innovation by making automation accessible to all manufacturers and increasing their factory productivity by 10x. 

Built upon deep expertise in robotics and manufacturing, our unique Pay-for-Productivity robotics solutions combine the best automation technology, tools, and uptime services for manufacturers, paving the way for a new era of supercharged efficiency and competitiveness. 

As the world faces growing pressure from rising costs and labor shortages, Formic is a uniquely powerful tool in overcoming these challenges. Fueled by our vision for a resurged “Made in America,” we’re growing fast - achieving 70% quarterly growth in customer count and ARR, with ~30% of our customers having already deployed multiple systems.

Supporting us in our mission, with investments thus far totaling over $60 million, are backers including Blackhorn Ventures, Mitsubishi HC Capital America, NEC, Lorimer Ventures, Translink Capital, Alumni Ventures, FJ Labs, Lux Capital, Initialized Capital and founders of multiple Fortune 50 companies. 

Who we are:

At Formic, we’re on a mission to revolutionize American manufacturing and create more abundance in the world. We believe in continuing the American legacy of innovation by making automation accessible to all manufacturers and increasing their factory productivity by 10x. 

Built upon deep expertise in robotics and manufacturing, our unique Pay-for-Productivity robotics solutions combine the best automation technology, tools, and uptime services for manufacturers, paving the way for a new era of supercharged efficiency and competitiveness. 

As the world faces growing pressure from rising costs and labor shortages, Formic is a uniquely powerful tool in overcoming these challenges.  Fueled by our vision for a resurged “Made in America,” we’re growing fast - achieving 70% quarterly growth in customer count and ARR, with ~30% of our customers having already deployed multiple systems.  

Supporting us in our mission, with investments thus far totaling over $60 million, are backers including Blackhorn Ventures, Mitsubishi HC Capital America, NEC, Translink Capital,
Alumni Ventures, FJ Labs, Lux Capital, Initialized Capital and Lorimer Ventures, and founders of multiple Fortune 50 companies. 

About the Finance team:

 

Formic provides robotics-as-a-service (RaaS) and the Finance team is a key part of providing the “as-a-service” part of RaaS.  The Finance team is part of the foundational infrastructure of RaaS–think the wiring, plumbing or framing of a house that is not seen, but is a critical part of making the house stand, last and function properly.  This department  is responsible for  financial operations; treasury and finance; accounting; credit; and customer contracting and financial servicing. 

As a Staff Accountant, you will:

• Perform full-cycle Accounts Payable: Manage AP and maintain records of vendor relations and statuses.  This will include managing ProcureDesk (our purchase order platform) and initiating vendor payments
• Code transactions and payables by account, project, etc.
• Manage credit card receipt coding and reconciliation, researching, data hygiene, and credit card reporting as needed
• Support (including owning some areas of) the month-end close process, including reconciliation schedules and account reconciliations in Xero
• Partner with Supply Chain Manager to implement inventory (parts and assets) management processes.  Collaborate on process improvements and operational excellence and complete quarterly inventory counts
• Play an active role in maintenance cost reporting and tracking; driving initiatives for continuous improvement
• Relationship management and communication with suppliers, vendors and other third parties (including vendor systems setup; vendor questionnaires and applications, and other tasks and responsibilities as needed)
• Proactively identify and pursue opportunities to improve and automate processes that enable the Finance team and Formic to continue to grow

What makes you a great fit:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting preferred
• 3+ years of relevant Accounting experience, including experience in full-cycle Accounts Payable
• Advanced knowledge of Excel, Google Sheets, and accounting GL systems (e.g. Oracle Netsuite, Sage Intacct, Intuit Quickbooks, Xero, Freshbooks)
• Excellent knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
• Natural curiosity and interest in joining a growing team. Eager to learn and craft new processes and systems as our Accounting & Finance operations mature
• Self-motivated: able to work independently - using  initiative and excellent judgment - with limited oversight
• Team orientation and swing capacity: willing to roll up your sleeves and dive into projects as part of a small, collaborative team
• Ability to be adaptable and flexible in a fast-paced startup environment
• Exceptional organization, prioritization, and communication skills
• Ability to work a hybrid schedule (3+ days/week) in our Chicago area (Woodridge, IL) office

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What we look for:

We’re building a company from the ground up, so every single person we hire has a massive impact on our team, culture, and ability to accomplish our mission. While each individual brings their own unique skills and perspectives to Formic, we look for people who share our vision and act in alignment with our Operating Principles. If this sounds like you, Formic could be the place for you:

• Fearless Optimism: You share our ambitious vision of what we can accomplish. You’re aware of the challenges we will face as a startup doing new things in an old space, but you’re energized by the incredible opportunity we have to drive change for our customers, and for the manufacturing industry at large.
• Factories First: You have a strong customer focus, no matter who your customer is. You seek to make things easier and better for our customers, even if it makes your job a little harder. 
• Today, Not Tomorrow: There are always plenty of projects to tackle in a startup, but you prioritize, take accountability for work, and have a bias toward action.
• Be Right Often: You don’t do things just because that’s how they’ve always been done. You keep looking for ways to improve, seek out feedback along the way, and back your decisions up with data. 
• Made of Rubber: Just like rubber, when you fall you bounce back up. You know there’s going to be a lot of challenge and change in our work ahead but you are adaptable, resilient, and ready to thrive through it all.
• Good Baton Passes: You work with a desire to make things easier and better for your team members. You use empathy to understand the needs and goals of others and support each other so Formic can be successful together. 

What We Offer:

Formic believes we do our best work when we are equipped to take care of ourselves and our loved ones. To support this Formic offers comprehensive benefits and perks for full-time US-based employees, including:

• Equity in Formic: your slice of ownership in a fast-growing Series A startup, backed by some of the best investors in the world
• 99% coverage on our base Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance plans (75% coverage for dependents) via Blue Cross Blue Shield and Guardian, with buy-up options, as well
• FSA & DCFSA
• Life insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Long-term Disability plans (covered at 100%) via Guardian
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid parental leave
• Company-sponsored 401k
• Home Office Stipend for remote and hybrid roles
• Monthly Phone/Internet Reimbursement
• Flexible time off policy and 10+ company holidays
• Opportunity to join a talented and diverse team united behind our mission to revolutionize American manufacturing

As our team grows, our benefit and perk offerings for employees based outside of the United States will vary. We are happy to discuss these options with you as part of our recruiting and interviewing process. Temporary or contract positions are not eligible for Formic employee benefits and perks, except where legally required.

Formic is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or religious creed, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, marital status, family or parental status, disability, military or veteran status, or any other basis protected by law. All employment decisions are based on a person’s merit, business needs, and role requirements. If you require further accommodations or have questions regarding accessibility of our roles, please reach out to careers@formic.co.