About Dexterity

Dexterity is the enterprise Physical AI company building intelligent robots for complex industrial work.

Dexterity's Mech systems combine the Foresight World Model, robotics, and a Physical AI platform to perform demanding logistics workflows - including trailer loading, trailer unloading, and airport baggage handling - at the speed, reliability, and safety levels required for high-volume operations. Dexterity's Foresight World Model powers real-time perception, planning, and execution across physical environments with the interpretability required for industrial deployment. Dexterity is headquartered in Redwood City, California.

Dexterity is backed by world-class investors such as Kleiner Perkins, Lightspeed Venture Partners, and Obvious Ventures. We are a diverse and multidisciplinary team with a culture built on passion, trust, and dedication.

Job Summary

Dexterity is seeking a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join our Finance team. This role will support day-to-day accounting operations with primary responsibility for accounts payable, payroll administration, general ledger reconciliations, and month-end close activities.

The ideal candidate is hands-on, highly organized, and comfortable working across multiple accounting processes in a fast-paced environment. You'll partner closely with Finance, People, and other cross-functional teams to ensure accurate and timely financial and payroll processing.This role requires strong analytical skills, a solid understanding of GAAP principles, and the ability to collaborate across departments to streamline financial operations.

This is a fully onsite position and is based in Redwood City, CA.

Key Responsibilities

Month-End Close

• Execute month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close activities according to the corporate schedule.

• Prepare and record journal entries with complete supporting documentation.

• Reconcile balance sheet accounts monthly, including cash, prepaid expenses, accruals, and fixed assets.

• Identify, investigate, and resolve accounting variances and discrepancies promptly.

• Assist in preparing monthly financial statements, schedules, and management reports.

Accounts Payable and Vendor Management

• Review, code, and process all incoming vendor invoices with high accuracy.

• Match invoices to purchase orders and receiving documents using standard 3-way matching rules.

• Manage the weekly payment run schedule.

• Research and resolve invoice discrepancies or billing issues with vendors and internal teams.

• Maintain clean vendor files and manage the annual 1099 tax reporting process.

Payroll Administration

• Process accurate and timely biweekly payroll using ADP.

• Review and validate timesheets, hourly wages, overtime, deductions, and other payroll inputs.

• Process payroll changes related to new hires, terminations, compensation, benefits, and other employee changes.

• Ensure accurate processing of payroll taxes, garnishments, deductions, and other required adjustments.

• Partner closely with People Operations to ensure employee and payroll data are accurate and properly maintained.

• Research and resolve payroll discrepancies and employee payroll inquiries.

Qualifications and Skills

• Experience: 2+ years of accounting experience, including hands-on experience with accounts payable, general ledger accounting, and month-end close. Payroll experience is strongly preferred.

• Software: Experience with a large ERP system (Netsuite or similar) and ADP Workforce Now highly preferred.. 

• Tools: Strong Excel skills, including pivot tables, lookup functions, and working with large data sets.

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred.

• Competencies: 

  • Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.

  • Ability to manage competing priorities and meet recurring deadlines.

  • Strong problem-solving and reconciliation skills.

  • Ability to handle confidential payroll and employee information with discretion.

  • Clear written and verbal communication skills.

  • Comfortable working independently while collaborating across Finance, People, and other teams.

Compensation

Base pay is one component of Dexterity's Total Rewards package, which may also include equity, comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits, and other compensation elements depending on eligibility.

The annual base salary range for this position is $85,000 - $110,000 USD. Actual compensation will be determined based on relevant experience, skills, scope, qualifications, market factors, and internal equity.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Dexterity is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where all employees and applicants are treated with fairness and respect.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, religious creed, ancestry, national origin, citizenship status, age, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and related medical conditions), reproductive health decision-making, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, medical condition, genetic information, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Dexterity is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and to applicants who require accommodations during the hiring process, consistent with applicable law. If you require an accommodation during the hiring process, please let us know.