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Senior Staff Accountant

3+ months ago Flexible / Remote
Wealthfront is seeking a Senior Staff Accountant to join the finance and accounting team in building scalable infrastructure to support a dynamic and high-growth business. You will report to the Sr. Manager of Accounting, working closely as a partner to the corporate accounting and finance team and will be charged with identifying and executing opportunities to drive scale in the financial operations. You will combine a commitment to the company mission with a passion to lead a solutions-oriented team that partners on critical operating decisions throughout the organization.

Responsibilities:


  • Work with accounting staff to facilitate monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting at both the subsidiary and consolidated levels.

  • Oversee the accounts payable function by reviewing vendor invoicing and monitoring payment cycles, ensuring accurate expense recognition and strong control practices.

  • Reconcile AP aging between Bill.com and NetSuite, prepare and analyze semi-monthly aging reports, and oversee payment disbursement (check, ACH, wire, etc.), ensuring timely and accurate vendor payments.

  • Prepare and review complex journal entries, perform bank, credit card and balance sheet reconciliations.

  • Work cross-functionally to update time allocation percentages for new hires and existing employees monthly.

  • Manage complex intercompany transactions, and allocate monthly direct expenses, overhead and compensation related expenses to appropriate subsidiaries based on established methodologies, ensuring accurate financial reporting across legal entities.

  • Maintain and reconcile intangible assets and prepaid expense schedules, ensuring accuracy of related general ledger accounts.

  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance the efficiency, automation, and control environment of corporate accounting and general ledger processes.

  • Support external audits by coordinating PBC requests, providing thorough analysis, and managing communications to ensure a smooth and timely audit process.

  • Prevent inaccuracies in and maintain reliability of financial documents by setting up internal control systems and embracing proper policies for financial reporting.

  • Collaborate with system vendors and cross-functional teams to optimize accounting systems, evaluate new tools, and support automation and scalability in advance of public-company requirements.

Requirement:


  • 5-7 years of relevant experience.

  • BA/BS required in Finance or Accounting; CPA preferred.

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Suite, Google Suite, NetSuite, Bill.com, Expensify, Workiva is a plus.

  • In-depth knowledge of GAAP.

  • Experience with multiple subsidiaries, intercompany allocations/eliminations.

  • Unquestionable ethics.

  • Shown ability to communicate effectively at all levels of an organization.

  • Uncompromising attention to detail with the ability to communicate to the level of detail appropriate to the situation and audience.

  • Ability to problem-solve and actively address issues in a professional and effective manner.

  • Enthusiasm to apply technology to business processes.

  • Strong organizational skills and ability to set and meet deadlines in a high paced environment.

  • Self-starter who regularly takes initiative and can juggle multiple projects while simultaneously demonstrating creativity and judgment.

  • Takes pride in meeting deadlines and exceeding expectations on quality of output.

  • Customer-centric business philosophy and team-oriented mindset.

Estimated annual salary: $120,000 - $141,500 plus equity and a discretionary bonus.
 
Benefits include medical, vision, dental, 401K plan, generous time off, parental leave, wellness reimbursements, professional development, employee investing discount, and more!

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Client-provided location(s): Flexible / Remote
Job ID: da91e1b2-be47-480e-b86f-c74bd51126f0
Employment Type: OTHER
Posted: 2026-03-09T20:35:59

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • FSA
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • Health Insurance
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
  • Parental Benefits

    • Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
  • Work Flexibility

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

    • Company Outings
    • Commuter Benefits Program
    • Casual Dress
    • Happy Hours
    • Snacks
    • Some Meals Provided
  • Vacation and Time Off

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

    • Company Equity
    • 401(K)
  • Professional Development

    • Learning and Development Stipend
    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program

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