Senior Accountant

Join GoFundMe as a Senior Accountant

About Us

At GoFundMe, we are a global community of over 150 million people united by a common goal: helping each other. Our mission is to empower people to support one another through our state-of-the-art technology. Since joining forces with Classy in 2022, we have helped people and organizations raise over $30 billion. Our vision is to become the most helpful place in the world.

About the Role

GoFundMe is looking for a Senior Accountant to join our accounting team. Reporting to the Senior Accounting Manager, you will play a critical role in financial reporting, managing accounting systems, and driving process improvements. This is an opportunity to make a real-world impact with your skills and join a passionate team.

Key Responsibilities

Accounting Systems:

Design, configure, optimize, and maintain key accounting systems to enhance team efficiency while ensuring compliance and reporting integrity.

Reporting:

Manage the preparation of the month-end financial package and quarterly external reporting deliverables.
Assist with balance sheet and P&L flux analyses.

Process Improvements:

Implement and scale internal control processes and document departmental procedures.
Identify and drive optimization initiatives to improve efficiency.

Audit and Statutory Support:

Act as a key liaison for external audits by preparing supporting schedules, locating documents, and responding to inquiries.

General Ledger:

Prepare monthly journal entries for technical accounting areas, including goodwill/intangibles, leases, and debt.

Collaboration:

Work closely with external teams and contribute to other departments’ goals as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• CPA preferred; experience at a Big Four firm is a plus.
• 4+ years of combined accounting experience, including with a publicly traded or pre-
• IPO company.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and SOX compliance.
• Experience with an ERP system; NetSuite is a plus.
• Advanced MS Excel skills.
• Self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent analytical and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Positive attitude and ability to work across all levels of management and functions.

Why You’ll Love It Here

• Competitive pay.
• Comprehensive healthcare benefits, including employer-paid premiums for medical/dental/vision and HSA contributions.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company matching.
• Hybrid workplace with remote flexibility for many roles.
• Monetary support for new hire setup, hybrid work, well-being, family planning, and commuting expenses.
• Mental and wellness programs to support employees.
• Generous paid parental leave and family planning stipend.
• Supportive time off policies including vacation, sick/mental health days, volunteer days, company holidays, and a floating holiday.
• Learning & development and recognition programs.
• Gives Back Program where employees can nominate a fundraiser each week for a company donation.
• Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion with ongoing training and an active DEI team.
• Employee resource groups.
• Work with purpose and help change lives on a global scale.
• Join a fun, supportive team that celebrates accomplishments.
• Live by our core values: impatient to be great, find a way, earn trust every day, fueled by purpose.
• Certified Great Place to Work with incredible growth opportunities.

Equal Opportunity Employer

GoFundMe is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, ethnicity, nationality, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy status, marital status, age, medical condition, disability, or military status. Join us in making a real-world impact with your career at GoFundMe!

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