Senior Accountant | Remote in Mexico | Lead & Mentor

Remote; San Francisco (CA); Remote; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Proper is a San Francisco based tech startup seeking a Senior Accountant to join the finance team. The role oversees financial reporting, reconciliations, and accounting operations, with leadership of a junior team. You will manage client relations and ensure accuracy, compliance, and efficiency.

The position is based remotely in Mexico, supporting a global client base and collaborating across a fast-paced startup environment focused on growth and operational excellence.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 5–7 years of accounting experience with at least 2 years in supervision.
• CPA or similar certification highly preferred.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles, standards, laws, and regulations.
• Excellent leadership and communication skills.
• Advanced English proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Oversee financial reporting and reconciliations; ensure deadlines are met.
• Supervise daily accounting operations including ledgers, receivables, and payables.
• Lead and mentor a team of junior accountants for high performance.
• Serve as primary financial contact for clients via meetings and email.
• Conduct quality checks to maintain financial integrity and compliance.
• Participate in strategic projects like systems upgrades and process improvements.

Skills

Accounting principles

Financial reporting

Team leadership

Client relationships

Advanced English

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field

Tools

Accounting software

ERP systems

Job description

Proper is a San Francisco based tech startup seeking a Senior Accountant to join the finance team. The role oversees financial reporting, reconciliations, and accounting operations, with leadership of a junior team. You will manage client relations and ensure accuracy, compliance, and efficiency.

The position is based remotely in Mexico, supporting a global client base and collaborating across a fast-paced startup environment focused on growth and operational excellence.