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Staff Accountant/Senior Staff Accountant

AT Wealthfront
Wealthfront

Staff Accountant/Senior Staff Accountant

Palo Alto, CA
Wealthfront is seeking a Staff Accountant / Senior Staff Accountant to join the finance and accounting team in building a scalable infrastructure to support a dynamic and high-growth business. The Accountant will be responsible for managing accounts payable, payroll processing, and assisting with the monthly close. You will report to the Accounting Manager, working closely as a partner to the entire Finance and Accounting team, and will be encouraged to identify and execute 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

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  • Process semi-monthly payroll and any off-cycle payrolls
  • Accounting duties such as accounts receivable, payable, print checks, bank and credit card reconciliations
  • Work with the accounting team to facilitate the end-to-end, timely and accurate financial reporting process.
  • Help with the month, quarter and year-end close activities at each subsidiary and on a consolidated basis
  • Prepare and review journal entries, account reconciliations
  • Improve processes to drive efficiency and effectiveness over corporate accounting and GL activities
  • Lead continuous process improvement projects, provide meaningful proposals and drive implementation
  • Prevent inaccuracies in and maintain the reliability of financial documents by setting up internal control systems and embracing proper policies for financial reporting
  • Maintain positive relationships with internal stakeholders, vendors, regulators (including FINRA, SEC) and auditors (E&Y) by analyzing, researching and responding to inquiries in a timely and accurate manner
  • Liaison with accounting software, system vendors, and consultants as required and make recommendations as to ways we can automate and enhance our accounting operations through the implementation of new systems

Estimated annual salary range: $99,000-109,000 USD plus Bonus and Equity.

Benefits include medical, vision, dental, 401K plan, generous time off, parental leave, wellness reimbursements, professional development, employee investing discount, and more!
Client-provided location(s): Palo Alto, CA, USA
Job ID: 67a02526-e725-4746-a4a3-905848dfb6ba
Employment Type: Other

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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