Remote Staff Accountant — GAAP, Close & Reporting

RethinkFirst; United States; Remote; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision benefits

Remote-first work model

Paid time off and holidays

401k + matching

Job summary

RethinkFirst, a market leader in behavioral and mental health technology, seeks a Staff Accountant to join the accounting and finance team. This remote-first role reports to the Controller and supports month-end close and GAAP compliance.

Responsibilities include bank reconciliations, journal entries, and assisting auditors, with a focus on accurate financial reporting and process improvements. A 2–3 year accounting background and strong Excel/ERP skills are required.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree in Accounting or Finance with 2–3 years of relevant accounting experience.
• Advanced Excel skills including pivot tables and VLOOKUP.
• Experience with ERP systems like Sage Intacct.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong written and verbal communication, organizational skills, and ability to multitask.
• Ability to work independently on deliverables to achieve accurate results.
• Ability to prioritize conflicting demands and maintain clear communication with senior management.
• Ability to communicate effectively with senior management and other company stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Perform day-to-day accounting activities, including bank reconciliations.
• Prepare journal entries with appropriate supporting documentation.
• Investigate and resolve accounting discrepancies and irregularities.
• Assist the month-end close process, including balance sheet and P&L reconciliations.
• Ensure deadlines are met for financial reporting and management review.
• Support external auditors by providing requested documentation.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, internal controls, and GAAP standards.

Skills

Advanced Excel

Analytical

Communication

Organization

Multi-tasking

Independent work

Prioritization

Senior management communication

Education

Undergraduate degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

Sage Intacct

Job description

RethinkFirst, a market leader in behavioral and mental health technology, seeks a Staff Accountant to join the accounting and finance team. This remote-first role reports to the Controller and supports month-end close and GAAP compliance.

Responsibilities include bank reconciliations, journal entries, and assisting auditors, with a focus on accurate financial reporting and process improvements. A 2–3 year accounting background and strong Excel/ERP skills are required.