Senior Accountant (Contract to Hire)

BitGo; Palo Alto (CA); On-site; USD 117,096 - 137,760; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Free custom lunches, dinners, and snacks

Computer equipment and workplace furniture to suit your needs

Great colleagues and inspiring startup environment

Job summary

BitGo is seeking a highly skilled Senior Accountant to join their Finance team in Palo Alto, California. This role involves managing key accounting functions, ensuring financial record accuracy, and supporting month-end close and reporting processes. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance, with CPA eligibility preferred. The position offers competitive pay and benefits, with compensation levels averaging between $85 – $100 an hour depending on experience and location. Join BitGo for a dynamic environment with great colleagues.

Qualifications

• 3–6 years of progressive accounting experience, preferably with a mix of public accounting and industry.
• Experience in a publicly traded technology, fintech, SaaS, or digital asset company is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform and review journal entries, account reconciliations, and accruals for month-end and year-end close.
• Maintain the general ledger and ensure accurate financial transactions per U.S. GAAP.
• Assist in preparing internal and external financial reports.

Skills

Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and accounting principles

Strong foreign exchange transaction experience

Proficiency in ERP/accounting systems (NetSuite, Oracle)

Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills

Ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field

CPA or CPA eligibility

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

We are seeking a highly skilled and detail‑oriented Senior Accountant to join our Finance team. This individual will be responsible for managing key accounting functions, ensuring the accuracy of financial records, and supporting month‑end close and reporting processes. The ideal candidate has strong technical accounting knowledge, a proactive approach to problem‑solving, and experience working in a fast‑paced environment.

Contract to hire: 6‑month contract

Key Responsibilities

• Perform and review journal entries, account reconciliations, and accruals for month‑end and year‑end close.
• Maintain the general ledger and ensure all financial transactions are recorded accurately and in accordance with U.S. GAAP.
• Assist in the preparation of internal and external financial reports.
• Manage multi‑currency accounting and foreign exchange transactions.
• Coordinate month‑end and year‑end across international subsidiaries.
• Handle intercompany reconciliations and eliminations.
• Support the preparation of schedules for external audits and ensure compliance with audit requirements.
• Recommend and implement improvements to accounting systems, procedures, and internal controls.
• Ensure compliance with internal controls, company policies, and SOX (if applicable).
• Work closely with AP, AR, FP&A, and other departments to ensure accurate and timely financial information.
• Provide support for special projects, system implementations, and process automation efforts.

Qualifications

Education & Certification

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required.
• CPA or CPA eligibility strongly preferred.

Experience

• 3–6 years of progressive accounting experience, preferably with a mix of public accounting and industry. Experience in inventory management is a plus.
• Experience in a publicly traded technology, fintech, SaaS, or digital asset company is a plus.

Skills

• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and accounting principles.
• Strong foreign exchange transaction experience.
• Strong intercompany reconciliation and elimination experience.
• Proficiency in ERP/accounting systems (e.g., NetSuite, Oracle) and Microsoft Excel.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a deadline‑driven environment.

Preferred

• Experience in month‑end close, audit support, and financial reporting.
• Familiarity with consolidation, intercompany transactions, and foreign currency.

Benefits for Contractors

• Competitive pay.
• Free custom lunches, dinners, and snacks.
• Computer equipment and workplace furniture to suit your needs.
• Great colleagues and inspiring startup environment.
• Benefits may vary based on location.

Pay Transparency Notice: depending upon your leveling and location, the compensation for this role averages between $85 – $100 an hour.