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Sr. Accountant

Betterment· Finance
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Hybrid (New York, NY)$110k - $130kFull-timePosted 2mo ago

About the role

Senior accounting role at Betterment HQ in New York City within the Controller team, focusing on accurate financial reporting, internal controls, process improvements, and preparation for external audits.

Responsibilities

  • Assist in the month-end close process, ensuring timely and accurate recording of journal entries, meticulous account reconciliation, and insightful variance analysis to inform strategic decision-making
  • Oversee and optimize the management of fixed assets, prepaid assets, and revenue to ensure compliance, efficiency, and accurate financial reporting
  • Continuously seek and implement innovative process improvements within the accounting function to drive operational efficiency, ensure compliance, and enhance overall financial integrity
  • Assist in the development and implementation of scalable, robust accounting processes that ensure timely and accurate financial reporting, enabling the business to scale effectively
  • Play a key role in our annual external audit process by preparing necessary documentation, responding to auditor inquiries, and implementing audit recommendations
  • Perform additional ad-hoc requests which arise throughout the year

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. CPA or CMA certification preferred
  • 3-5 years of experience in accounting or finance, with a strong background in both private and public industry sectors, including audit, financial reporting, and variance analysis
  • Strong understanding of financial statements and US GAAP
  • Demonstrated expertise in financial reporting, with a high level of accuracy and keen attention to detail in variance analysis and financial data interpretation
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to convey complex financial information to non-financial stakeholders
  • Willingness to take on new challenges, responsibilities, and assignments
  • Desire to work within a diverse, collaborative, and driven professional environment
  • Proficiency in Excel
  • Experience with Netsuite preferred

Skills

Required:Month-end closeFixed assets managementUS GAAPFinancial reporting & variance analysis
Nice to have:Audit coordination

Benefits

  • competitive suite of benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage; life and AD&D insurance; short- and long-term disability; infertility support and WPATH-aligned transgender health benefits; an Employee Assistance Program (EAP); transit benefits and FSA and HSA options
  • Equity for all employees, including new hire and refresher grants
  • Flexible paid time off, paid parental leave, and a fully paid four-week sabbatical in your sixth year
  • Company-paid professional coaching for all employees
  • Day-one 401(k) match plus matching on qualified student loan payments
Last updated Aug 5, 2026. Interested? Apply on the company site.

About Betterment

Automated investing & Financial planning

Betterment can help grow your money by making saving and investing easy. Invest in a tailored portfolio, set buckets for your goals, and earn rewards.

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