Accounting Manager

Public; New York (NY); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health/dental/vision plans

PTO & parental leave

401(k) with company match

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Public, the world’s first agentic brokerage, is seeking an Accounting Manager in New York to own core accounting operations and help scale finance processes in a fast-moving, high-growth environment.

You’ll work closely with leadership to build a strong financial foundation, manage month-end close, support audits, and drive improvements across accounting workflows while aligning with US GAAP.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance required; CPA preferred or in progress.
• 4–7+ years of progressive accounting experience, preferably in high-growth startups or public accounting.
• Solid understanding of US GAAP and financial reporting requirements.
• Experience in month-end close process and close deadlines.
• Experience with ERP systems and accounting tools; NetSuite experience is a plus.
• Exposure to audits and working with external auditors.
• Experience improving accounting processes, controls, or automation.
• Fintech or high-growth industry experience is a bonus.

Responsibilities

• Manage the month-end close and reporting process to ensure an accurate and timely close.
• Oversee day-to-day accounting operations with a focus on process improvement and automation.
• Assist in designing and documenting internal controls and accounting policies.
• Support year-end audits and coordinate with external auditors.
• Partner cross-functionally for ad-hoc reporting and financial analysis requests.
• Identify opportunities to streamline workflows and strengthen the accounting infrastructure.
• Contribute hands-on in a lean team environment where priorities shift quickly.

Skills

Month-end close

Internal controls

Automation

Financial analysis

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance

CPA preferred or in progress

Tools

NetSuite

Job description

Public is the world’s first agentic brokerage, combining a comprehensive multi-asset investing experience with all the advantages of AI Agents.

Members can invest in stocks, options, bonds, crypto, and event contracts, and manage a variety of accounts including their personal brokerage, margin, retirement accounts, and business accounts—all in the same place.

Since 2019, Public has raised $400 million. Investors include Accel, Tiger Global, Will Smith’s Dreamers VC, The Chainsmokers’ Mantis VC, as well as renowned figures in business and culture, like Maria Sharapova, Tony Hawk, and NYU Stern professor Scott Galloway.

What You’ll Do

As an Accounting Manager, you’ll own core accounting operations while helping us scale processes in a fast-moving, high-growth environment. You’ll work closely with leadership and play a key role in building a strong financial foundation.

• Manage the month-end close and reporting process to ensure an accurate and timely close.
• Oversee day-to-day accounting operations, with a strong focus on process improvement, scalability, and automation.
• Assist in the design, documentation, and continuous improvement of internal controls and accounting policies.
• Support the year-end financial audit and work directly with external auditors to ensure a smooth, timely audit process.
• Partner cross-functionally to support special projects, ad-hoc reporting, and financial analysis requests.
• Help identify and implement opportunities to streamline workflows and strengthen the overall accounting infrastructure.
• Act as a hands‑on contributor in a lean team environment where priorities can shift quickly.

Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (CPA preferred or in progress).
• 4–7+ years of progressive accounting experience (mix of public accounting and/or high-growth startup experience strongly preferred).
• Solid understanding of US GAAP and financial reporting requirements.
• Experience managing or supporting month-end close processes in a dynamic environment.
• Familiarity with ERP systems and accounting tools (NetSuite experience is a plus).
• Exposure to audit processes and working directly with external auditors.
• Experience in improving or building accounting processes, controls, or automation is a strong plus.
• Fintech or other high-growth industry experience is a bonus.

Compensation

The base salary range for this role is $110,000 to $150,000 plus equity, depending on skills and experience.

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision plans
• Generous PTO and parental leave policy
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Opportunities for career growth and professional development

Public is an equal employment opportunity employer to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type. We celebrate people of all race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or expression.