Staff Corporate Accountant - New York, NY

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About the Role

We are hiring an experienced Staff Accountant that will report directly to the Accounting Manager to help us continue to scale our accounting operations.The Staff Accountant will be a key contributor  in the establishment of scalable processes, ensure compliance with policies, and optimize our month-end and annual close cycle. The ideal candidate for this role will develop strong working relationships with cross-functional partners to keep the business ahead of emerging accounting issues. This role offers the unique opportunity to directly impact the growth trajectory of a high growth start up and have significant career growth opportunities.

You Will

• Deliver a high volume of transactional work with accuracy and timeliness
• Assist in month-end close and overall accounting processes including but not limited to balance sheet reconciliations, preparing journal entries, and financial reporting
• Performing flux analyses as part of the close process
• Assist in field work for interim and annual audits, as well as any other statutory audits that may arise
• Assist with the enhancement of systems and internal controls that meet expectations of business growth and culture
• Respond to inquiries from internal and external stakeholders

The Expectations

In your first 30 days, you will learn all about Cockroach Labs and the team's policies, procedures and systems. We believe that it's essential for you to take this first month to become familiar with how we operate as a company.

After 3 months, you'll be integrated into the team and will be a hands-on contributor to the Company's day-to-day operations and month end close procedures, working closely with the Accounting Manager.

After 6 months, you will complete the functions of the staff accountant with limited supervision and will help continuously shape best-in-class processes and procedures as the team continues their pursuit of excellence!

You Have

• 1-3 years of relevant work experience
• A passion for detail and can operate in a fast paced, deadline driven environment
• Experience as a self-starter with outstanding analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• A positive attitude and self-motivated team player
• Strong knowledge of Excel, including pivot tables and v-lookup formulas
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field
• Experience with NetSuite a plus
• CPA or on the path to become a CPA a plus

The Team

Reporting to Erin Farley – Accounting Manager

Meet Erin, the number-crunching maestro who turns balance sheets into symphonies. By day, she's a meticulous accountant, navigating the intricate dance of debits and credits with finesse. But when the spreadsheets are put to rest, Erin transforms into a die-hard New York Jets enthusiast. Decked out in green and white, she cheers for her team with unmatched passion, turning every game into a thrilling event. But Erin isn't all about numbers and touchdowns—she knows the importance of a well-deserved break. Come the weekend, you'll find her trading her calculator for sunglasses as she escapes to the Jersey Shore. Whether it's the sun-kissed beaches or the sound of crashing waves, Erin knows how to find the perfect balance between financial precision and coastal relaxation. In the world of finance and football, Erin brings her A-game both professionally and recreationally, proving that life is about scoring victories on and off the field. 

Our Benefits

• Competitive health insurance coverage (for you and your dependents!)
• Paid parental leave (with baby bucks)
• Flexible time off 
• Relocation support (as applicable)

Cockroach Labs is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer building a diverse and inclusive workforce. If you need additional accommodations to feel comfortable during your interview process, please email us at [email protected].

The annual anticipated base salary range for U.S. candidates for this role is USD $75,000 to $95,000, plus commission if a sales role. We set standard ranges for all U.S.-based roles based on function, level, and geographic location, benchmarked against similar stage growth companies. In order to be compliant with local legislation, as well as to provide greater transparency to candidates, we share salary ranges on all job postings regardless of desired hiring location.  Actual salaries may vary and fall outside of this range depending on factors such as a candidate’s qualifications, geographic location, skills, experience, and competencies. In addition, we are often open to a wide variety of profiles, and recognize that the person we hire may be less experienced (or more senior) than this job description as posted. Salary is one component of the Cockroach Labs’ total rewards package, which includes stock options, health insurance, life and disability insurance, funds towards professional development resources, flexible PTO, paid holidays, and parental leave, to name a few! Salaries for candidates outside the U.S. will vary based on local compensation structures.