Alpaca Senior Accountant at Alpaca responsible for strengthening and scaling accounting operations, financial reporting, and internal controls. Key duties include preparing journal entries, optimizing close processes, and supporting audits.
Responsibilities
This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing fintech company during a pivotal stage of growth. As the Senior Accountant, you will play a key role in strengthening and scaling our accounting operations, financial reporting, and internal controls.
Our Accounting & Finance team is fully remote and distributed. This role reports directly to the Assistant Controller and partners cross-functionally to support the company's continued growth and regulatory compliance.
Prepare and document journal entries in accordance with GAAP and company policies.
Own and help optimize the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes, including journal entries, balance sheet reconciliations, and process automation initiatives.
Prepare accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
Support the development and enhancement of internal financial reporting and reporting distribution processes.
Assist with the annual financial statement audit by preparing supporting documentation and responding to auditor requests.
Coordinate with the parent company on tax documentation and information requests.
Operate in a multi-entity environment, being a key resource to adjacent teams within the organization
Assist with weekly reserve computations and related reporting.
Develop, document, implement, and maintain accounting policies and procedures.
Perform ad hoc financial analysis, reporting, and special projects as needed.
Qualification
Excellent analyticalAbility to thrive in a fast-pacedDemonstrated ownershipCPA designationExperience working for a broker-dealerExperience with Netsuite
Required
Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance.
5–7 years of progressive accounting experience, preferably within financial services.
Strong knowledge of accounting principles and financial reporting.
Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and reporting skills.
Exceptional attention to detail with a high degree of accuracy and organization.
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, evolving environment while working independently in a remote setting.
Ability to adapt to changing business needs and regulatory requirements.
Strong communication and collaboration skills with a team-first mindset.
Demonstrated ownership, initiative, and a willingness to take on new challenges.
CPA designation.
Experience working for a broker-dealer, clearing firm, or other regulated financial services organization.
