Accountant

About the role

This Accountant role focuses on maintaining the accuracy and integrity of Gauntlet's financial records. The person will be responsible for the full accounts payable process, including invoice processing and vendor payments, as well as managing customer invoicing and accounts receivable. This includes ensuring all transactions are accurately coded and recorded in a timely manner.

A significant part of the role involves supporting the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes. This includes preparing journal entries, accruals, and supporting schedules, along with performing bank, balance sheet, and general ledger reconciliations. The Accountant will also assist with the preparation of monthly financial statement packages and analyze account activity to investigate variances.

The role also contributes to audit, tax, and compliance efforts by preparing support schedules and workpapers for annual financial statement audits and tax filings. Additionally, the Accountant will administer spend management platforms like Ramp, review employee expense reports for policy compliance, and manage corporate card activity and reconciliations. There is also an emphasis on identifying opportunities for process improvement and supporting automation initiatives.

The base salary for this role ranges from $100,000 to $110,000, with additional potential for incentive compensation and equity.

Skills that matter here

• US GAAP: A strong understanding of US GAAP is required to ensure accurate financial statement presentation and compliance.
• Excel: Proficiency in Excel and Google Sheets is necessary for preparing financial schedules, analyses, and managing data.
• Month-end close: Experience with month-end close processes is essential for preparing journal entries, reconciliations, and supporting financial reporting.
• Reconciliations: The role requires performing various reconciliations, including bank, balance sheet, and general ledger, to ensure data accuracy.
• Accounts Payable: Managing the full accounts payable process, from invoice processing to vendor payments, is a core responsibility.
• Accounts Receivable: The role involves managing customer invoicing, collections, and tracking accounts receivable.

Who this role suits

• Someone with 2-4 years of accounting experience who is ready to take ownership of core financial operations.
• An individual with strong attention to detail and organizational skills, capable of managing multiple priorities and meeting deadlines.
• A candidate who thrives in a remote-first environment and can communicate effectively both in writing and verbally.
• A professional who is proactive in identifying process improvements and supporting system enhancements.

From the employer

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

Please note at this time our hiring is reserved for potential employees who are able to work within the contiguous United States and Canada. Should you need alternative accommodations, please note that in your application.

The national pay range for this role is $100,000 - $110,000 base plus additional On Target Earnings potential by level and equity in the company. Our salary ranges are based on paying competitively for a company of our size and industry, and are one part of many compensation, benefits and other reward opportunities we provide. Individual pay rate decisions are based on a number of factors, including qualifications for the role, experience level, skill set, and balancing internal equity relative to peers at the company.