Senior Financial Reporting & Technical Accountant
Position Overview
We are seeking a technically-minded accounting professional to lead revenue accounting and assist with technical accounting matters within our growing fintech organization. This is a specialized role focused on revenue recognition under ASC 606, complex technical accounting research and memo drafting, equity and stock-based compensation accounting, and financial reporting in compliance with U.S. GAAP. The role partners closely with FP&A, Legal, Product, and external auditors to ensure accurate accounting for new products, contracts, and strategic initiatives as the company scales.
Key Responsibilities
- Technical Accounting
- Assist with research, draft, and maintain technical accounting memos covering revenue recognition, leases (ASC 842), stock-based compensation (ASC 718), debt, and other complex topics
- Aid in the implementation of new accounting standards and pronouncements, including impact assessments and policy updates
- Aid in equity and stock-based compensation accounting, including coordination with Carta for cap table data, expense calculations, and disclosures
- Financial Reporting
- Assist in preparation and review of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with U.S. GAAP
- Partner with external auditors on technical accounting matters, revenue testing, and audit deliverables
- Systems, Data & Cross-Functional Partnership
- Utilize SQL and data analysis tools to query large transactional datasets in support of revenue accounting, contract analytics, and financial reporting
- Partner cross-functionally with FP&A, Product, Legal, and Operations to evaluate the accounting impact of new product launches, pricing changes, and contract structures
- Support procurement and expense accounting workflows through Coupa where they intersect with technical accounting matters
- Drive automation and process improvements across revenue accounting, technical accounting documentation, and financial reporting workflows
- Assist with maintaining the accuracy and integrity of the general ledger and related financial reporting processes
- Partner with the GL team to ensure timely and accurate completion of monthly, quarterly, and annual close procedures
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting required
- CPA strongly preferred, or active CPA candidate with completion expected within 12 months
- 6+ years of progressive accounting experience, with public accounting experience (Big 4 or large regional firm) strongly preferred
- Demonstrated hands-on experience applying ASC 606 (revenue recognition) in a technology, fintech, or SaaS environment
- Experience drafting technical accounting memos and conducting independent accounting research
- Working knowledge of ASC 842 (leases) and ASC 718 (stock-based compensation)
- Proficiency with SQL for querying transactional data
- Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, complex lookups, large-dataset modeling)
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience supporting an IPO readiness program, S-1 process, or SEC reporting
- Hands-on experience with Workiva for financial reporting
- Hands-on experience with Carta for equity administration and stock-based compensation accounting
- Experience with FloQast, Coupa, or NetSuite in a technical accounting or revenue context
- Prior experience in a high-growth fintech or consumer financial services company
- A technical accounting specialist who can independently research, conclude on, and document complex accounting issues
- Strong written communication skills - the ability to translate technical accounting conclusions into clear, audit-ready memos
- Comfort operating in ambiguity and driving conclusions on novel transactions
- Intellectual curiosity and a desire to stay current on evolving GAAP and SEC guidance
- Strong cross-functional partnership skills, particularly with non-accounting stakeholders
Benefits and Perks
- Company equity in the form of Stock Options
- Performance-based bonuses
- Generous employer-paid health, vision and dental insurance coverage
- Flexible vacation policy
- Educational assistance
- Free gym membership
- Casual dress code
- Team building events and activities
- Paid parental leave
Base salary range
$100,000 - $120,000 annually. Individual pay is based on factors unique to each candidate, including skill set, experience, and other job-related reasons.
Equal Opportunity Employer
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.