# Accountant

**Company:** [Clay](https://hotfix.jobs/companies/clay)
**Location:** New York, NY
**Role:** Finance & Accounting
**Salary:** $120k – $150k/yr
**Skills:** US GAAP, ASC 606, Excel, SQL, ERP, Revenue Recognition, Financial Reporting, Journal Entries, account reconciliation, Internal Controls, cash flow forecasting, Automation
**Posted:** 2026-07-20

> Own core accounting operations, close processes, revenue recognition, reporting, and internal controls as a foundational hire. The role requires a CPA, US GAAP and ASC 606 expertise, strong Excel skills, and experience in Big Four accounting and high-growth technology companies.

## Job Description

## Responsibilities
- Own and execute monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting.
- Prepare and review journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules.
- Manage revenue recognition in accordance with GAAP, including project-based and multi-period engagements.
- Drive finance system implementations and automate process workflows.
- Oversee accounts payable, accruals, prepaid expenses, and fixed assets.
- Assist with cash flow management and forecasting.
- Prepare financial statements and internal management reports.
- Support annual audits, tax filings, and coordination with external auditors and advisors.
- Maintain and enhance accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls.
- Partner cross-functionally with operations, finance, and leadership on budgeting, forecasting, and ad hoc analyses.
- Identify and implement process improvements and system enhancements to increase efficiency and scalability.

## Requirements
- CPA required.
- Knowledge of US GAAP, specifically ASC 606.
- Experience in Big Four public accounting and a high-growth technology startup.
- Ability to bridge finance and go-to-market operations and work cross-functionally on projects.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Proven expertise with Excel and exceptional attention to detail.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-growth startup and manage competing priorities.

## Nice to Haves
- Experience with ERP and revenue-related system implementations.
- Experience with SQL or managing heavy data process flows.
- Experience using AI or automation to improve workflows and drive efficiencies.

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