GAAP Accountant

Overview

This role partners with the Accounting Manager and supports the Controllers to build out the accounting function and own key elements of the financial close process. You will apply U.S. GAAP knowledge to day-to-day accounting operations, manage assigned tasks accurately and on time, and collaborate with internal teams as well as vendors, partners, and related parties.

Responsibilities

Drive accounting operations

• Participate in the monthly accounting close process.
• Prepare journal entries, reconciliations, and variance analyses in accordance with U.S. GAAP and internal policies.
• Deliver accurate information on time.
• Prepare journal entries and account reconciliations for:
  • Cash accounts
  • Accounts receivable
  • Accounts payable
  • Prepaid expenses
  • Expense accruals
• Support improvements to existing accounting processes with a focus on effective internal controls.

Financial reporting support

• Assist in the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and footnotes.
• Improve workpapers and processes used to close specific accounts, including leveraging AI tools to drive efficiency and accuracy.

Cross-functional collaboration

• Partner with the Finance team to analyze historical results and improve information quality.
• Participate in projects around automation, system implementation, and best practices to drive efficiency in the accounting department.
• Assist with ad hoc projects and requests as needed.
• Support other internal teams with accounting-related operational needs.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or equivalent experience (required).
• Minimum 2+ years of relevant accounting experience (required).
• Strong foundational knowledge of U.S. GAAP.
• Ability to apply technical accounting knowledge to real-world business transactions.
• Solid communication skills (written and verbal) to deliver information and collaborate across teams.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in documentation.
• Ability to work effectively with cross-functional team members.

Compensation & Benefits

• Base compensation range: $65,000—$80,000 USD
• Comprehensive health plans
• Generous PTO
• 401(k) match
• Generous parental and caregiver leave
• Competitive cash compensation
• Discretionary bonuses may be granted to eligible team members based on company performance each year.

Location

• Unless otherwise specified, this role is remote.
• Remote team members must live and work in the United States (territories excluded) and have access to reliable, high-speed internet.

Additional Information

• Equal opportunity employer; no discrimination based on any protected characteristic.
• Participates in the E-Verify program.
• The organization uses AI-powered tools to assist with initial application screening and may use AI assistant video tools during interviews to support note-taking and candidate evaluation. All AI-powered outputs are subject to human oversight and decision-making at multiple stages of the process.
• Safety first: will not ask candidates for credit card information or request purchase of any equipment during the interview or onboarding process.