Jobs · Finance · Texas

Senior Financial Reporting & Technical Accountant

Self Financial, Inc. · Austin, TX · 1 mo ago
HybridFinance$100k–$120k/yrFull-time

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.

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