Senior Accountant

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in New York.

📋 Description

• Take ownership of key components in the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes, including journal entries, accruals, and balance sheet reconciliations.

• Prepare and review financial statements along with supporting schedules in compliance with US GAAP.

• Manage complex accounting areas such as revenue recognition, prepaid/accrued expenses, equity, and insurance-related balances spanning multiple carrier programs.

• Act as the primary finance liaison for insurance operations and actuarial teams.

• Engage in strategic growth initiatives, which involve system implementations and the standardization of core accounting processes across expanding business lines.

• Facilitate the annual audit and tax filings by preparing PBC schedules, addressing auditor inquiries, and coordinating with external accounting professionals.

• Reconcile high-volume transaction data across operational systems, payment processors, and the general ledger.

• Drive process enhancements, automation, and the documentation of accounting policies and internal controls.

• Assist with cash management, treasury reconciliations, and intercompany accounting.

• Review the work of and mentor staff accountants; serve as a primary resource for accounting inquiries.

• Collaborate with FP&A, RevOps, and business teams on flux analysis, reporting, and ad hoc projects.

⛳️ Requirements

• 4–6 years of progressive experience in accounting.

• CPA certification or active CPA candidate is strongly preferred.

• In-depth knowledge of US GAAP.

• Hands-on experience with month-end close processes and financial statement preparation.

• Experience with high-growth startups, fintech, or insurance sectors is advantageous.

• Proficiency with modern ERP/GL systems such as NetSuite or Sage Intacct.

• Advanced skills in Excel and Google Sheets.

• Detail-oriented with strong analytical and reconciliation capabilities.

• Self-motivated individual who is comfortable with ownership, navigating ambiguity, and driving process improvements.

• Effective communicator capable of working cross-functionally and explaining accounting concepts to non-accountants.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.

• Exposure to insurance or statutory accounting is a plus.

• Experience with billing/payment platforms like Stripe and data tools; SQL knowledge is a plus.

• Experience in supporting a first-time audit or establishing close processes from the ground up is advantageous.

🏝️ Benefits

• Competitive cash compensation package that includes base salary, milestone-based bonuses, and additional financial perks.

• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage with up to 90% employer contribution, available from your start date.

• 401(k) retirement plan.

• Health Savings Account (HSA).

• Life and Disability Insurance Coverage with no employee contribution for additional insurances.

• Unlimited Paid Time Off (PTO) policy.

• Generous Paid Parental Leave.

• Stock option plan that allows employees to have a direct stake in R + J’s success.

• Remote-first work culture with opportunities for in-person team collaboration.

• Monthly lifestyle stipend to accommodate your needs (meals, wellness, co-working).