Accountant

About the role

This Accountant position involves supporting the full accounting function at Gauntlet, a company focused on optimizing decentralized finance (DeFi) economics. The core responsibilities include executing the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes, preparing journal entries, and performing various reconciliations. The role also requires maintaining accurate financial records and assisting with the preparation of financial statements.

Beyond general ledger activities, the role manages accounts payable and receivable, covering invoice processing, vendor payments, customer invoicing, and collections. It also includes administering employee expenses and corporate cards, ensuring compliance with company policies. The Accountant will be a key contributor to maintaining financial integrity and operational efficiency within the company.

Success in this role means ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting, supporting audit and tax compliance, and identifying opportunities for process improvements. The ideal candidate will uphold established accounting policies, assist in maintaining internal controls, and contribute to system enhancements, helping the company scale its financial operations in a remote-first environment.

The salary for this position ranges from $52,000 to $88,000 annually.

Skills that matter here

• Accounting: This role requires a strong foundation in accounting principles to manage financial records, prepare reports, and ensure compliance.
• Finance: The position involves financial reporting and analysis, requiring an understanding of financial concepts to interpret data and support decision-making.
• US GAAP: A strong understanding of US Generally Accepted Accounting Principles is essential for accurate financial statement presentation and compliance.
• Excel: Proficiency in Excel is necessary for preparing schedules, analyzing data, and managing financial information.
• Google Sheets: Experience with Google Sheets is required for various accounting tasks, likely involving collaborative data management and reporting.

Who this role suits

• A person who thrives on ensuring accuracy and integrity in financial data.
• Someone with a methodical approach to managing multiple financial processes, from month-end close to expense administration.
• An individual who is proactive in identifying and implementing process improvements.
• A professional comfortable working in a remote-first setting and managing deadlines independently.

From the employer

Responsibilities:

• Month-End Close & Financial Reporting
• Support the monthly, quarterly, and annual close process
• Prepare journal entries, accruals, and supporting schedules
• Perform bank, balance sheet, and general ledger reconciliations
• Maintain accurate accounting records and documentation
• Assist with preparation of monthly financial statement packages
• Analyze account activity and investigate variances
• Accounts Payable & Accounts Receivable
• Manage the full accounts payable process, including invoice processing and vendor payments
• Manage customer invoicing, collections, and accounts receivable tracking
• Maintain vendor and customer records
• Ensure transactions are coded accurately and recorded timely
• Employee Expenses & Corporate Cards
• Administer Ramp and related spend management platforms
• Review employee expense reports for policy compliance
• Manage corporate card activity and reconciliations
• Support employee reimbursement processes
• Audit, Tax & Compliance
• Prepare audit support schedules and workpapers
• Assist with annual financial statement audits
• Support tax filings and compliance reporting requirements
• Maintain organized accounting documentation and records
• Controls & Process Improvement
• Follow and uphold established accounting policies and procedures
• Assist in maintaining internal controls and documentation standards
• Identify opportunities to improve efficiency and accuracy
• Support process automation and systems enhancements

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

Benefits and Perks:

• Remote first - work from anywhere in the US & CAN!
• Regular in-person company retreats and cross-country "office visit" perk
• 100% paid medical, dental and vision premiums for employees
• $1,000 WFH stipend
• Monthly reimbursement for home internet, phone, and cellular data
• Unlimited vacation
• 100% paid parental leave of 12 weeks
• Fertility benefits
• Opportunity for incentive compensation