Accounting Manager

Overview

A rapidly growing identity verification and fraud prevention technology company in the fintech industry is seeking an Accounting Manager. This role reports to the VP of Finance and is responsible for managing operating expenses and general end-to-end accounting functions. It is a hands-on position that leads the monthly close, manages a team, and builds scalable systems and processes to support growth.

This position is remote within the US, but candidates located near offices in Austin, Seattle, Los Angeles, Chicago, San Francisco, and New York are encouraged to spend time regularly at their local offices.

Responsibilities

• Own the monthly close, consolidation, and financial statement preparation across multiple entities.
• Manage all non-revenue accounting areas, including operating expenses, accruals, prepaid expenses, payroll, and equity.
• Lead and develop a team of 3 accountants, improving close speed and reliability.
• Identify and implement improvements to accounting processes, systems, and controls to support scaling.
• Lead the end-to-end audit process for non-revenue areas and collaborate on technical accounting matters.

Requirements

• Minimum 6 years of accounting experience.
• Experience managing monthly close, operating expenses, and general accounting in a multi-entity environment.
• Strong understanding of US GAAP.
• Proven track record of improving accounting processes and systems in a growing company.
• Experience with audits and working with external auditors.
• Background working in a growth startup environment (under 500 employees, Series C or earlier). Pure large-company experience is not suitable.
• Experience managing or mentoring junior accounting staff.
• Big 4 or public accounting experience combined with startup experience is strongly preferred.
• Active CPA license is ideal but not required.
• Experience with foreign currency consolidation and intercompany transactions is a plus.

Compensation & Benefits

• Base salary range: $145,000 to $165,000 per year.
• Competitive equity stake.
• Employer-paid group health insurance for employee and dependents.
• 401(k) plan with company match.
• Flexible paid time off.
• Home office stipend.
• Regular company-wide in-person events and quarterly offsites.

Location

Remote within the United States. Candidates near offices in Austin, Seattle, Los Angeles, Chicago, San Francisco, and New York are encouraged to spend time at local offices regularly.