Accountant

About the role

This Accountant position focuses on core accounting functions, including preparing journal entries and reconciliations, and supporting month-end close processes. The role requires a strong grasp of both balance sheet and income statement relationships, ensuring accurate financial reporting. Success in this role means consistently meeting deadlines and managing multiple priorities effectively.

The ideal candidate will have 2-4 years of accounting experience, demonstrating increasing responsibility in their previous roles. A key aspect of the work involves applying US GAAP principles to financial statement presentation. This position is suitable for someone who can work independently while contributing to the overall financial operations of the company.

Attention to detail and organizational skills are crucial for this role, as is proficiency in Excel and Google Sheets. The company values clear written and verbal communication. While not required, experience in public accounting, progress towards a CPA, or prior work in a startup, crypto, fintech, or technology industry would be beneficial.

The salary for this position is listed between $100,000 and $110,000.

Skills that matter here

• Accounting: This role requires a foundational understanding of accounting principles and practices to manage financial operations.
• Finance: A background in finance supports the understanding of financial statements and overall financial health.
• US GAAP: The role specifically requires a strong understanding of US Generally Accepted Accounting Principles for financial reporting.
• Excel: Proficiency in Excel is necessary for data analysis, reconciliations, and financial reporting tasks.
• Google Sheets: Skills in Google Sheets are also required for various accounting and data management activities.

Who this role suits

• Someone with a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance and 2-4 years of experience.
• A professional who is detail-oriented and highly organized.
• An individual capable of managing multiple tasks and meeting deadlines consistently.
• A person who communicates clearly, both in writing and verbally.

From the employer

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• 2–4 years of accounting experience, including increasing responsibility in month-end close, reconciliations, and financial reporting. Candidates may be considered at the IC2 level based on experience, demonstrated ownership, and scope of prior responsibilities.
• Strong understanding of US GAAP and financial statement presentation
• Experience preparing journal entries and reconciliations
• Experience supporting month-end close processes
• Strong understanding of balance sheet and income statement relationships
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills
• Strong Excel and Google Sheets skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

Bonus Points

• Public accounting experience
• CPA or progress toward CPA
• Startup experience
• Experience with Xero, Ramp, Bill.com, or similar systems
• Crypto, fintech, or technology industry experience