Skip to main contentA logo with &quat;the muse&quat; in dark blue text.

Staff Accountant II

3 days ago San Francisco, CA

Job Description

Job Description

As aStaff Accountant II, you'll impact the lives of everyday people and help them go from surviving to thriving with innovative digital personal finance solutions. Our Staff Accountants have the opportunity to work closely with our business operations and broader finance organization supporting best practices for the company.

What you'll do:

  • Perform month-end account closing activities and journal entries
  • Complete bank reconciliations
  • Support monthly variance analysis of financial statements investigating and commenting on variances
  • Maintain and update the balance sheet account reconciliations supporting GAAP compliance
  • Post loan related activity and reconcile to third party reporting
  • Prepare and post Accounts Receivable activity
  • Support external audit in compiling reports, schedules and conducting research
  • Respond to investor inquiries and research and resolve variances timely
  • Develop and document business processes and accounting policies to maintain and strengthen internal controls
  • Participate as a support role to other team members and on special projects

Qualifications

What you'll bring:
  • Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance
  • 4+ years of strong general ledger experience
  • Must be results-oriented, able to manage timelines and proactively communicate to various team members
  • Meticulous attention to detail, accuracy, and drive to deliver high-quality work
  • Strong Excel and Microsoft Office skills required
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Comfortable in a fast-paced and collaborative work environment
  • Experience with Oracle or similar ERP is preferred
  • Experience in the financial services industry a plus
  • Ability to work effectively and efficiently in a remote environment

Additional Information

Achieve well-being with:
  • Hybrid and remote work opportunities
  • 401 (k) with employer match
  • Medical, dental, and vision with HSA and FSA
  • Competitive vacation and sick time off, as well as dedicated volunteer days
  • Access to wellness support through Employee Assistance Program, wellness programs, and fitness discounts
  • Up to $5,250 paid back to you on eligible education expenses
  • Pet care discounts for your furry family members
  • Financial support in times of hardship with our Achieve Care Fund
  • A safe place to connect with other employees through our six employee resource groups

We are proudly offering hybrid options in the Phoenix, AZ metro market as well in San Mateo, CA.

Salary Range: $70,000 to $83,000 annually + benefits. This information represents the expected salary range for this role. Should we decide to make an offer for employment, we'll consider your location, experience, and other job-related factors.
Attention Agencies & Search Firms: We do not accept unsolicited candidate resumes or profiles. Please do not reach out to anyone within Achieve to market your services or candidates. All inquiries should be directed to Talent Acquisition only. We reserve the right to hire any candidates sent unsolicited and will not pay any fees without a contract signed by Achieve's Talent Acquisition leader.

Want more jobs like this?

Get jobs in San Francisco, CA delivered to your inbox every week.

Job alert subscription


Company Description

Achieve is a leading digital personal finance company. We help everyday people move from struggling to thriving by providing innovative, personalized financial solutions. By leveraging proprietary data and analytics, our solutions are tailored for each step of our member's financial journey to include personal loans, home equity loans, debt consolidation, financial tools and education. Every day, we get to help our members move their finances forward with care, compassion, and empathetic touch. We put people first and treat them like humans, not account numbers.

Join Achieve, change the future

At Achieve, we're changing millions of lives.
From the single parent trying to catch up on bills to the entrepreneur needing a loan for the next phase of growth, you'll get to be a part of their journey to a better financial future. We're proud to have over 3,000 employees in mostly hybrid and 100% remote roles across the United States with hubs in Arizona, California, and Texas. We are strategically growing our teams with more remote, work-from-home opportunities every day to better serve our members. A career at Achieve is more than a job-it's a place where you can make a true impact, have a sense of belonging, establish a fulfilling career, and put your well-being first.

Client-provided location(s): San Francisco, CA, Austin, TX, Dallas, TX, Orlando, FL, Tempe, AZ
Job ID: Achieve-REF3296J
Employment Type: FULL_TIME
Posted: 2025-08-09T23:32:37

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA
    • HSA
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • Pet Insurance
    • Mental Health Benefits
    • Virtual Fitness Classes
  • Parental Benefits

    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
    • Family Support Resources
    • Adoption Leave
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Casual Dress
    • Snacks
    • Some Meals Provided
    • Company Outings
    • On-Site Cafeteria
    • Holiday Events
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Leave of Absence
    • Volunteer Time Off
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K)
    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Performance Bonus
    • Financial Counseling
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Learning and Development Stipend
    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Shadowing Opportunities
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Lunch and Learns
    • Leadership Training Program
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    Company Videos

    Hear directly from employees about what it is like to work at Achieve.