Senior Accountant — AI-Driven Automation & Close Leader

NetBox Labs, Inc.

Northern (KY)

Hybrid

USD 100,000 - 140,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

NetBox Labs is seeking an accounting professional to own core finance operations and drive automation using AI. You will manage month-end close, accounts payable, reconciliations, and audit readiness in a fast-paced SaaS environment.

You’ll partner across teams to identify bottlenecks, implement AI-powered workflows, and improve accuracy and scalability of financial processes. A strong accounting foundation and familiarity with modern tools are essential.

Qualifications

5+ years of progressive accounting experience, including close ownership in a dynamic startup SaaS or startup software environment.
Strong knowledge of accounting fundamentals and high attention to detail.
Proven experience using AI tools (e.g., Claude, ChatGPT) in your current role and comfort picking up new automation tools quickly (e.g., n8n, Zapier).
A finance engineer's mindset: you build scalable processes that reduce work and increase accuracy for all stakeholders.
Strong judgement regarding which activities should be automated and which require human review.
Experience leading or supporting a financial audit.
Proficiency in QuickBooks Online, Rillet, or a similar GL/ERP system.
Experience managing AP, expense, or corporate card programs (Ramp or similar) is preferred.
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA a plus but not required

Responsibilities

Own the month-end close, including journal entries, account reconciliations, flux analysis, and supporting schedules.
Own accounts payable, employee reimbursements, and corporate card programs, ensuring accurate coding and timely month-end accruals.
Prepare and maintain balance sheet reconciliations with clear supporting documentation.
Partner with the Controller to continuously improve and automate the month-end close by identifying bottlenecks and designing AI-powered workflows that increase accuracy, efficiency, and scalability.
Evaluate emerging AI, automation, and Finance technology solutions, recommend improvements, and lead implementation where appropriate.
Work cross-functionally with Engineering and other teams to identify automation opportunities, connect systems, and eliminate manual processes across Finance.
Support budgeting, forecasting, reporting, and ad hoc projects as needed.
Support audit readiness by preparing audit schedules, maintaining documentation, coordinating auditor requests, and helping ensure ongoing compliance.
Take ownership of ad hoc special projects that improve how Finance operates