Accountant, Core Finance

airbnb, Inc.; United States; Remote; USD 86,000 - 101,000; Full time

Job summary

Join Airbnb as an Accountant in the Core Finance team. Contribute to financial reporting accuracy while driving innovation through AI tools like SQL and Alteryx in a high-growth environment. Engage in cross-functional collaboration and take ownership of accounting processes in this remote-eligible position.

Qualifications

• 3+ years relevant experience, ideally public accounting or in high-growth tech.
• CPA strongly preferred.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and accounting best practices.

Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate journal entries and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Perform financial statement variance analysis.
• Implement process improvements for financial operations.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Analytical Skills

Communication

Education

B.A. or B.S. in Finance, Accounting, Business or related field

Tools

Oracle Fusion

Microsoft Excel

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Airbnb was born in 2007 when two hosts welcomed three guests to their San Francisco home, and has since grown to over 5 million hosts who have welcomed over 2 billion guest arrivals in almost every country across the globe. Every day, hosts offer unique stays and experiences that make it possible for guests to connect with communities in a more authentic way.

The Community You Will Join

Airbnb is seeking a high-performing, detail-driven Accountant to join our Core Financial team and support our continued global growth. This is a unique opportunity to drive accuracy in our financial reporting while contributing to innovation through AI-driven automation, data tools like SQL and Alteryx, and cross-functional collaboration.

The Difference You Will Make

In this role, you will take ownership of critical accounting areas, ensure the accuracy of our financial reporting, and help improve the efficiency and effectiveness of our close processes. If you’re a curious and tech-forward finance professional with a passion for automation, problem solving, cross-functional collaboration, and continuous learning in a fast-paced, high-growth company, this is your opportunity to make a tangible impact at a globally recognized brand.

A Typical Day

• Prepare accurate and timely journal entries and balance sheet reconciliations as part of the month-end close
• Perform financial statement variance analysis and document meaningful explanations for fluctuations and identify anomalies
• Create and maintain robust documentation for accounting systems, workflows, and key processes
• Identify and implement process improvements to streamline financial operations and support scalability by leveraging AI tools, Alteryx, and SQL
• Collaborate with FP&A, Tax, Treasury, and other business teams to ensure accuracy and completeness of financial data
• Assist in special projects, ad hoc analyses, and strategic financial initiatives as needed
• Support external audit activities, including PBC requests and audit walkthroughs
  
  

Your Expertise

• 3+ years of relevant experience, ideally including public accounting or a high-growth tech environment
• B.A. or B.S. in Finance, Accounting, Business, or a related field
• CPA strongly preferred
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and accounting best practices
• Proficiency in ERP systems (Oracle Fusion highly preferred)
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, formula logic
• Communicate clearly, concisely, and effectively with both finance and non-finance stakeholders
  
  

Your Location:

This position is US - Remote Eligible. The role may include occasional work at an Airbnb office or attendance at offsites, as agreed to with your manager. While the position is Remote Eligible, you must live in a state where Airbnb, Inc. has a registered entity. Click here for the up-to-date list of excluded states. This list is continuously evolving, so please check back with us if the state you live in is on the exclusion list If your position is employed by another Airbnb entity, your recruiter will inform you what states you are eligible to work from.

Our Commitment To Inclusion & Belonging

Airbnb is committed to working with the broadest talent pool possible. We believe diverse ideas foster innovation and engagement, and allow us to attract creatively-led people, and to develop the best products, services and solutions. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply.

We strive to also provide a disability inclusive application and interview process. If you are a candidate with a disability and require reasonable accommodation in order to submit an application, please contact us at: [e-mail]. Please include your full name, the role you’re applying for and the accommodation necessary to assist you with the recruiting process.

We ask that you only reach out to us if you are a candidate whose disability prevents you from being able to complete our online application.

How We'll Take Care Of You

Our job titles may span more than one career level. The actual base pay is dependent upon many factors, such as: training, transferable skills, work experience, business needs and market demands. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. This role may also be eligible for bonus, equity, benefits, and Employee Travel Credits.

Pay Range

$86,000—$101,000 USD

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Accounting/Auditing and Finance

• Industries

  Software Development

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