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Overview

We are hiring a Senior Cash Accountant to join our growing accounting team. In this role, you will play a vital part in managing daily cash reconciliations, handling payment service provider (PSP) reconciliations, maintaining general ledger (GL) accounts, and supporting audit and compliance efforts. With a focus on scalability and operational efficiency, you will also contribute to new initiatives such as Europe expansion and Kyriba implementation.

About the Job

Perform, review, and resolve discrepancies in bank reconciliations and align balances with the general ledger.
Record foreign currency transactions and ensure accuracy in their accounting.
Book complex PSP entries and perform reconciliations to guarantee accuracy.
Support the setup, deactivation, and maintenance of GL accounts.
Aid in User Acceptance Testing (UAT) for system changes and process improvements to enhance efficiency.
Function as a key point of contact during internal and external audits, as well as for SOX-compliance activities.
Improve accuracy and close deadlines by providing clear and detailed documentation of all processes and procedures.
Provide critical support for Europe expansion initiatives and the implementation of Kyriba, ensuring smooth integration while maintaining day-to-day operational stability.
Train offshore cash accountants in cash reconciliation processes.
Act as a knowledge resource for improving efficiencies within the cash accounting team.
Collaborate with credit, AR/AP, Treasury, Payroll and Tax teams to maintain smooth workflows across financial operations.

About You

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics or related fields with 4+ years of relevant experience in Accounting or Finance.

Strong background in daily cash reconciliation and transaction reporting.
Proficiency with PSP reconciliations and managing complex financial entries.
Experience with GL maintenance, including UAT involvement.
Familiarity with SOX compliance and support for audit processes.
Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks effectively.
Experience with reconciling money manager/investment accounts.
Intermediate to advanced experience with MS Excel.
Experience with Oracle Cloud, FloQast and financial reporting models a plus

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with Oracle Cash Management module.
Knowledge of accounting for offshore pooling.
Knowledge of Kyriba or similar cash management systems and experience with system implementations.
Experience with international operations and expansion initiatives is a plus.
Demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

#LI-Remote

Instacart provides highly market-competitive compensation and benefits in each location where our employees work. This role is remote and the base pay range for a successful candidate is dependent on their permanent work location. Please review our Flex First remote work policy here.

Offers may vary based on many factors, such as candidate experience and skills required for the role. Additionally, this role is eligible for a new hire equity grant as well as annual refresh grants. Please read more about our benefits offerings here.

For US based candidates, the base pay ranges for a successful candidate are listed below.

CA, NY, CT, NJ

$119,000—$125,500 USD

$114,000—$120,500 USD

OR, DE, ME, MA, MD, NH, RI, VT, DC, PA, VA, CO, TX, IL, HI

$109,000—$115,000 USD

All other states

$99,000—$104,500 USD

Senior Cash Accountant

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