Senior Accountant

DailyPay, Inc.; New York, Northern (NY, KY); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, vision, and dental care

Equity ownership opportunity

Life and AD&D, short- and long-termdis

Disability Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Employee Resource Groups

Fun company outings and events

Unlimited PTO

401K with company match

Job summary

DailyPay, Inc. is seeking a Senior Accountant to join the Accounting team. You will prepare journal entries, reconciliations, and analyses for month‑end close, ensure US GAAP and Sarbanes‑Oxley compliance, and support internal/external audits.

The role emphasizes mentorship, cross‑functional collaboration, and process improvements. Ideal candidates have 4+ years of accounting experience, a Bachelor’s in business/ accounting/ finance, and CPA or related qualifications.

Qualifications

• Ownership mindset with accountability and ability to work independently.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively within a team.
• Proven project management skills with ability to juggle multiple responsibilities and deadlines.
• 4+ years of professional Accounting experience.
• Bachelor’s Degree in business, accounting, or finance (advanced degree a plus).
• CPA or equivalent professional qualification is valued.

Responsibilities

• Prepare journal entries, reconciliations, and fluctuation analyses for month-end close.
• Ensure compliance with US GAAP and Sarbanes‑Oxley.
• Support internal and external audits with timely information and reviews.
• Identify and drive efficiency improvements for month-end close and other accounting processes.
• Mentor junior team members and build cross‑functional relationships.
• Prepare and review financial statements and corporate filings.
• Tackle ad hoc accounting projects as needed.

Skills

Ownership mindset

Communication

Project management

Financial reporting

US GAAP

Cross-functional collaboration

Mentorship

Attention to detail

Independent work

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in business, accounting, or finance

Job description

About Us:
DailyPay is the leader in On-Demand Pay, helping employers modernize how people get their pay. DailyPay serves more than 1,900 employers and over 6 million employees, including many of the world's most recognized brands. By providing real-time access to earned pay and financial wellness tools, DailyPay helps employees manage their finances and helps employers attract and retain talent. DailyPay is helping define the future of pay, where money moves at the speed of work. Learn more at DailyPay's Press Center.

The Role:

The Senior Accountant will play a key role within DailyPay’s Accounting team, working across the broader organization to support the Director of Accounting and senior management. This individual prepares critical financial documentation, ensures regulatory compliance, and drives process improvements to enhance the month-end close. As a dynamic leader, the Senior Accountant mentors junior team members and builds cross‑functional relationships to support the company’s mission of transforming the way people get paid.

How You Will Make an Impact

Financial Reporting: Prepare journal entries, reconciliations, and fluctuation analyses as a part of the month‑end close process.

Compliance Management: Ensure all financial activities remain in compliance with US GAAP standards and Sarbanes‑Oxley.

Audit Support: Work with internal and external audit teams to provide necessary support and reviews in a timely manner.

Process Improvement: Identify, propose, and drive efficiency improvements for the month‑end close and other accounting processes.

Relationship Building: Establish and maintain strong relationships both within the Finance team and cross‑functionally.

Team Mentorship: Provide ongoing mentorship and professional guidance to junior team members.

Filings & Statements: Manage the preparation and reviewing of financial statements and other corporate filings.

Ad Hoc Projects: Perform specialized assignments and support the broader organization on an as‑needed basis.

What You Bring to the Team

Experience: 4+ years of professional Accounting experience.

Education: Bachelor’s Degree in business, accounting, or finance (advanced degree a plus).

Certification: Relevant professional qualifications, such as a CPA.

Ownership: An ownership mindset with a high degree of accountability and the ability to work independently.

Communication: Strong communication skills and a proven ability to work effectively within a team.

Project Management: Demonstrated project management skills with the ability to juggle multiple responsibilities and deadlines.

What We Offer:

Exceptional health, vision, and dental care

Opportunity for equity ownership

Life and AD&D, short- and long-term disability

Employee Assistance Program

Employee Resource Groups

Fun company outings and events

Unlimited PTO

401K with company match

High‑performing cultures aren't built in silos, they thrive on partnership. At DailyPay, we Commit Together to an inclusive, professional environment where multifaceted perspectives are our greatest competitive advantage. We recognize that our team members don’t live “single-issue lives,” and we lean into the wide‑ranging backgrounds and life stages that sharpen our collective decision‑making.

In our high‑trust environment, we empower you to Challenge Norms. We’ve created a space where it is safe to ask difficult questions, disrupt the status quo, and share bold perspectives without fear of professional fallout. We believe that by checking our own assumptions and staying curious about the experiences of others, we arrive at better, more innovative results.

We provide the space for you to do your best work through peer advocacy and transparent career development. If you are looking for a culture that values intellectual honesty, celebrates the unique lived experiences of its people, and thrives on collective success, you’ll find it here.

If you require reasonable accommodation for any aspect of the recruitment process, please send a request to [e-mail] . All requests for accommodation will be addressed as confidentially as practicable.

DailyPay is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion or creed, alienage or citizenship status, political affiliation, marital or partnership status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, veteran status, gender, gender identity, pregnancy, childbirth (or related medical conditions), sex, sexual orientation, sexual and other reproductive health decisions, genetic disorder, genetic predisposition, carrier status, military status, familial status, or domestic violence victim status and any other basis protected under federal, state, or local laws.