Senior Accountant

Senior Accountant

Location: San Francisco, CA or Remote (Based in the U.S.)

NerdWallet is looking for a dynamic Senior Accountant to take part in NerdWallet’s mission to provide clarity for all of life’s financial decisions.

This is a unique opportunity to help build a world class accounting function of a rapidly growing and profitable company. We are seeking a self-starter with a demonstrated history of identifying issues and problem solving. This role will have an immediate impact as we gear up for continued growth initiatives. A strong independent worker that can navigate working on financial reporting for multiple subsidiaries, technical GAAP accounting, month-end close, and audit preparation will surely succeed in this role.

If you were here 6 months ago, here are some things you might have worked on:

• Significant acquisition
• Enhancements to internally developed software process
• Continued process improvement for GL close

Where you can make an impact:

• Perform monthly close activities including account reconciliations, flux analyses and preparation of journal entries
• Lead accounting for internally developed software
• Prepare and assist with the audit of statutory financial statements
• Assist with the preparation of monthly and quarterly reporting packages for management
• Partner with external and internal partners to design scalable system enhancements, process changes, and other improvements to help support future growth
• Aid in the development, testing and documentation of internal controls
• Work closely with external auditors during interim and year end audit engagements
• Continuously improve business processes, systems, and enhance documentation and controls

Your experience:

We recognize not everyone will meet all of the criteria. If you meet most of the criteria below and you’re excited about the opportunity and willing to learn, we’d love to hear from you.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or similar degree required
• 2 to 4 years of professional accounting/finance experience
• Solid understanding of GAAP in practice.
• Proven ability to succeed in a fast paced and constantly changing environment
• Team player who is proactive and comfortable communicating with people at different levels within the organization
• Excellent time management skills and the ability to prioritize and multitask to meet deadlines
• Experience with large ERP systems such as Oracle/SAP/Netsuite is a plus

Where:

• This role will be based in San Francisco, CA or remote (based in the U.S.).
• We believe great work can be done anywhere. No matter where you are based, NerdWallet offers benefits and perks to support the physical, financial, and emotional well being of you and your family.

What we offer:

Work Hard, Stay Balanced (Life’s a series of balancing acts, eh?)

• Industry-leading medical, dental, and vision health care plans for employees and their dependents
• Rejuvenation Policy Flexible Time Off + 13 holidays + 4 Mental Health Days Off
• New Parent Leave for employees with a newborn child or a child placed with them for adoption or foster care
• Mental health support through Ginger.io
• Financial wellness, guidance, and unlimited access to a Certified Financial Planner (CFP) through Northstar
• Paid sabbatical for Nerds to recharge, gain knowledge and pursue their interests
• Health and Dependent Care FSA and HSA Plan with monthly NerdWallet contribution
• Weekly Virtual Bootcamp, Yoga, and Mindfulness Meditation sessions
• Monthly Wellness Stipend, Cell Phone Stipend, and Wifi Stipend

Have Some Fun! (Nerds are fun, too)

• Nerd-led group initiatives Intramural Sports, Employee Resource Groups for Parents, Diversity, and Inclusion, Women, LGBTQIA, and other communities
• Hackathons, Happy Hours, and team events across all teams and departments
• Company-wide events like Little Nerds Day (aka bring your kids to work day, even if you’re remote!) and our annual Charity Auction

Lifestyle (Be your best self – we’ll take care of the details)

• Our Nerds love to make an impact by paying it forward Donate to your favorite causes with a company match
• Work from home equipment stipend and co-working space subsidy
• Anniversary recognition program choose from different items and experiences
• Commuting stipend

Plan for your future (And when you retire on your island, remember the little people)

• 401K with company match
• Annual Enrichment Stipend for learning and development
• Be the first to test and benefit from our new financial products and tools
• Access to Rocket Lawyer for online legal support and resources

If you are based in California, we encourage you to read this important information for California residents linked here.

NerdWallet is committed to pursuing and hiring a diverse workforce and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of any characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.