New York, United States | Finance | Full-time
Not your everyday company
Lemonade completely reinvented how insurance works. As a customer-centric tech company, we created an insurance experience that is smart, instant, and delightful.
At Lemonade, you'll be working with a group of like-minded makers, who get a kick out of moving fast and delivering great products. We surround ourselves with some of the smartest, most motivated, creative people who are filled with positive energy and good karma.
Unlike most publicly traded companies, we're nimble and efficient. We take pride in the fact that we still think and operate like a startup. We don't care much about titles and hierarchy and instead focus on innovation, bold moves, and challenging the status quo.
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We're built as a lean, data-driven organization that relies on a common understating of objectives and goals to provide teams with autonomy and ownership. We don't like spending our days in meetings and we skip committees altogether. At Lemonade, there's no such thing as going over someone's head. We have zero tolerance for bureaucracy, office politics, and lean-back personalities.
As a Public Benefit Corporation and a certified B-Corp, we deliver environmental and social impact using our products and tech. Through our Giveback program, we partner with organizations such as the ACLU, New Story, The Humane Society, Malala Fund, American Red Cross, 360.org, charity: water, and dozens of others, and have donated millions towards reforestation, education, animal rights, LGBTQ+ causes, access to water, and more.
Awarded 'best workplace'
Best Workplace and Best-Led Company by Inc. Magazine
"World Changing" by Fast Company
Recognized as a World Changing Idea by Fast Company Magazine
Ranked #1 Home insurance in America
Won best renters and homeowners insurance in America by US News, and others
Best Pet Insurance in America
Rated "Best Overall Pet Insurance" by Better Homes & Gardens
Rated 4.9 on the App Store
Among the highest rated apps of all time
What you're applying for
We're looking for a Senior Accountant to join our team.
You'll act as a key contributor to the European month-end close process, ensuring all work papers are completed in an accurate and timely manner. You'll also play a major role in daily financial operations to help us scale, gaining unique exposure to all aspects of financial reporting within this highly regulated industry.
In this role you'll
- Accurately prepare and record monthly journal entries as part of our month-end close process
- Perform account reconciliations and variance analysis
- Support annual audit preparation and respond to auditor requests
- Own fixed assets, prepaid and accrual balances
- Identify opportunities to streamline accounting processes, enhance efficiency, and implement best practices
- Support business growth in new markets and products
What you'll need
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting (CPA preferred)
- Advanced Excel and data manipulation skills
- 3+ years working in public accounting or in the fintech/financial services industries
- Workday ERP system experience preferred
- Well-versed in month-end closing processes and accounting standards
- Strong understanding of GAAP/IFRS and financial statements
- Project management skills and a knack for juggling multiple responsibilities and deadlines
- Familiarity or experience with P&C insurance is an advantage
- Ability to work in our New York office 3 days a week
*Please note that we are unable to sponsor applicants for work visas
Lemonade's US base salary range for this full-time position is $95,000 - $125,000 annually plus equity + benefits. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Speak to your recruiter to hear more about the specific salary range for your preferred location.
Things to know...
Lemonade is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusivity. We never discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status. If you require reasonable accommodations due to religious beliefs, pregnancy, or disabilities, let us know at any time.