Accounting Associate (Remote)

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Posted Jul 3, 2026

Remote · US Full Time
$26 – $28/hr

Overview

This role focuses on financial compliance, financial systems administration, and accounting operations. It is a remote position open to candidates located in the U.S. only. Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States without requiring company sponsorship now or in the future.

Responsibilities

  • Review invoices, expense reports, and credit card expenses for accurate coding to the general ledger
  • Investigate and respond to internal and vendor inquiries related to expense transactions
  • Coach employees on navigating and mastering the expenditure system and process
  • Assist with system administrator tasks for the expense management tool
  • Support compliance activities such as the annual audit and the 990 tax return
  • Participate in month-end close activities, including preparing journal entries and reconciling accounts
  • Assist in creating new processes as the organization evolves, leveraging AI where appropriate
  • Manage filing of state non-profit registrations
  • Handle additional administrative responsibilities and projects as needed

Requirements

  • Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a relevant field
  • Proficient Microsoft Excel skills
  • Exceptional communication and cross-collaboration abilities
  • Strong attention to detail with a commitment to accuracy and professionalism
  • Experience learning and using financial and administrative systems or technologies

Preferred Qualifications

  • Two years of office work or customer service experience
  • Formal Excel training
  • Experience with expense management platforms such as Concur and/or ERP software such as NetSuite

Success Factors

  • Obsession with accuracy, including double and triple-checking work to ensure data integrity
  • Self-motivated and able to work independently with minimal supervision
  • Organized and able to multitask, prioritizing multiple projects effectively
  • Team player capable of coordinating efforts across departments and following up to ensure alignment

Compensation & Benefits

  • Hourly wage range: $26.44 - $28.37 (non-exempt), annualized to approximately $55,000 - $59,000
  • Unlimited paid time off
  • Summer Fridays
  • Six-week paid sabbatical leave after five years of employment
  • Annual bonus potential
  • 401(k) plan with employer match
  • Medical coverage at 85%, plus dental and vision contributions
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and dependent daycare FSA
  • Employer-paid life insurance, short-term disability (STD), and long-term disability (LTD)
  • Sixteen-week paid maternity and paternity leave for new parents
  • Stipends for home office setup, professional development, and personal perks
  • TSA Pre-check reimbursement
  • Flexible working hours with expected online presence from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. ET, plus three additional asynchronous hours daily
  • Two to four annual travel events to support team alignment and collaboration

Location

Remote (U.S. only)

Hiring Timeline

This position was posted on July 2, 2026, and will remain open for approximately 90 days.

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