Senior Associate, Accounting & FP&A | Profitable Software Startup | Work/Life Balance

Advice Personnel; New York (NY); On-site; USD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical/dental/vision plans

401k with aggressive match

Job summary

A profitable software startup in New York, NY, is looking for a Senior Associate in Accounting & FP&A. This high-impact role involves leading core accounting functions and partnering with the CFO on strategic finance initiatives. Candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance and 3–6 years of experience in accounting. The position offers a hybrid schedule and a salary between $100,000 and $120,000 plus bonus and equity, alongside comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• 3–6 years in accounting or finance operations.
• Strong understanding of GAAP and core accounting principles.
• Highly organized and detail-oriented.

Responsibilities

• Own the month-end close process.
• Prepare and analyze financial reports for internal leadership.
• Identify opportunities for automation and efficiency in accounting processes.
• Partner with the CFO on budgeting, forecasting, and strategic finance.
• Assist with cash management and reporting.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Strong communication

Collaboration skills

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

QuickBooks Online

Excel

Job description

Senior Associate, Accounting & FP&A | Profitable Software Startup | Work/Life Balance

This is an exciting opportunity for an analytical-minded accounting professional to step into a high-impact role at a growing, dynamic company. You’ll take real ownership while working closely with an engaged CFO who is excited to mentor and invest in your development. In this role, you’ll lead core accounting functions, from month-end close to reporting, while also partnering directly with the CFO on FP&A, strategic finance and capital raising initiative.

They’re seeking someone who brings energy, curiosity and a builder’s mindset, someone who’s motivated to drive automation and efficiency across the finance function.

The role offers a rare combination of startup exposure and strong work/life balance, with a hybrid schedule based in NYC.

Responsibilities

• Own the month-end close process, including preparation and review of journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial statements
• Prepare and analyze monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports for internal leadership
• Maintain and improve accounting processes and controls, identifying opportunities for automation and efficiency
• Partner closely with the CFO on ad hoc projects, including budgeting, forecasting, and strategic finance initiatives
• Assist with cash management, reporting, and other operational finance needs as the company scales
• Collaborate cross-functionally with teams across the business to support operational and financial initiatives
• Take on additional projects and responsibilities as needed in a fast-paced, evolving environment

Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance
• 3–6 years in accounting or finance operations
• Strong understanding of GAAP and core accounting principles
• Proficiency with accounting systems (e.g., QuickBooks Online) and ExcelHighly organized and detail-oriented with a proactive approach to problem solving
• Comfortable operating in fast-paced, high-growth environments
• Strong communication and collaboration skills when working across teams

Salary: $100,000 – $120,000 + bonus + equity

Benefits: comprehensive medical/dental/vision plans and 401k with an aggressive match

The above salary range represents Advice's good faith and reasonable estimate of the possible base compensation range at the time of posting and is not reflective of the total compensation package, which may also include benefits, equity and other non-cash incentives.