Sr. Accountant

About the role

Betterment is seeking a Controller to play a critical role in safeguarding the financial health of our business through detailed analysis, accurate financial reporting, and strategic financial guidance. The ideal candidate will thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment and enjoy working with a team of finance professionals.

Responsibilities

• Aid in the month-end close process, ensuring timely and accurate recording of journal entries, meticulous account reconciliation, and insightful variance analysis to inform strategic decision-making.
• Oversee and optimize the management of fixed assets, prepaid assets, and revenue to ensure compliance, efficiency, and accurate financial reporting.
• Continuously seek and implement innovative process improvements within the accounting function to drive operational efficiency, ensure compliance, and enhance overall financial integrity.
• Aid in the development and implementation of scalable, robust accounting processes that ensure timely and accurate financial reporting, enabling the business to scale effectively.
• Play a key role in our annual external audit process by preparing necessary documentation, responding to auditor inquiries, and implementing audit recommendations.
• Perform additional ad-hoc requests which arise throughout the year.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• CPA or CMA certification preferred.
• 3-5 years of experience in accounting or finance, with a strong background in both private and public industry sectors, including audit, financial reporting, and variance analysis.
• Strong understanding of financial statements and US GAAP.
• Demonstrated expertise in financial reporting, with a high level of accuracy and keen attention to detail in variance analysis and financial data interpretation.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to convey complex financial information to non-financial stakeholders.
• Willingness to take on new challenges, responsibilities, and assignments.
• Desire to work within a diverse, collaborative, and driven professional environment.
• Proficiency in Excel.
• Experience with Netsuite preferred.

Qualifications

• Passionate about deeply engaging with the day-to-day operations of our organization to ensure financial accuracy and strategic alignment.
• Proactive team player who thrives in cross-functional environments, ready to take initiative and solve complex problems.
• Passionate about financial transparency and excel at building partnerships with key stakeholders across the company.
• Excited to flex your skills at a dynamic growth stage company where no two days are the same.

Skills

• Financial reporting and analysis.
• Process optimization and innovation.
• Collaboration and teamwork.
• Communication and stakeholder engagement.

Benefits

Actual salaries may vary depending on factors including but not limited to location, experience, and performance. The range listed is just one component of Betterment’s total compensation package for employees. New York City: $110,000- $130,000. This job may also be eligible for variable compensation in the form of a company incentive bonus.

Pay

The base salary range for this position is $110,000 - $130,000 per year in New York City. Actual salaries may vary depending on factors including but not limited to location, experience, and performance.

Schedule

This role is based out of our NYC office. The position is a hybrid role, with four days/week in-office, with no required office days during the summer and winter holidays.