Senior Accountant
DailyPay · New York, NY · 1 wk ago
HybridAccountingFull-time
About the role
DailyPay is looking for a Senior Accountant to join our Corporate Accounting team and contribute to our growing accounting operations. This role supports day-to-day accounts receivable processes while also assisting with broader accounting functions and internal control activities.
Responsibilities
- Support day-to-day accounts receivable processes, including invoicing, cash application, collections, and reconciliations, ensuring accuracy and timeliness across all functions.
- Own and manage the end-to-end accounts receivable cycle, preparing and analyzing AR aging reports, identifying trends, escalating issues as needed, and recommending corrective actions to leadership.
- Lead month-end close activities related to accounts receivable, including journal entries, account reconciliations, and variance analysis.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Finance, Engineering, Product, and Client Support to resolve billing discrepancies and customer disputes.
- Serve as a subject matter expert for the AR cycle, providing guidance and supporting junior team members as needed.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives aimed at streamlining accounting workflows and increasing automation, leveraging technology to reduce manual processes.
Requirements
- Demonstrate a solid understanding of US GAAP and its application to accounts receivable and general accounting processes, with exposure to internal controls frameworks and risk management principles.
- Have 2-4 years of experience in accounting operations working with a public company.
- Experience supporting month-end and year-end close processes, including journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial reporting.
- Work both independently and in a team environment, shifting between the role of an individual contributor, team player, and project manager.
- Equip yourself with strong analytical and problem-solving skills and a close attention to detail.
- Have excellent written and verbal communication skills, as well as a strong focus on collaboration and diplomacy.
- Be proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and Google Suite applications.
Qualifications
- A Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business administration, information systems, or related field.
- CPA (or progress toward certification).
- Experience managing high-volume transaction environments with a focus on accuracy and timeliness.
- Experience with Accounting ERP systems (e.g., NetSuite) and familiarity with AR-specific modules such as billing, cash application, and collections.
- A proactive, self-starter mentality with a continuous improvement mindset and the ability to thrive in an ambiguous environment.
- Familiarity with technology industry.
Skills
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Close attention to detail.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Collaboration and diplomacy.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and Google Suite applications.
Benefits
- Exceptional health, vision, and dental care.
- Opportunity for equity ownership.
- Life and AD&D, short- and long-term disability.
- Employee Assistance Program.
- Employee Resource Groups.
- Fun company outings and events.
- Unlimited PTO.
- 401K with company match.
Pay
- Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications.
Schedule
- Full-time position.