Senior Accounting Manager

About the role

We’re hiring a hands-on, systems-savvy Senior Accounting Manager to assume full ownership of our accounting function. You’ll lead the transition from outsourced to in-house, build and scale workflows, prepare for audit, and ensure our financials are investor-ready. You’ll partner closely with the CFO/COO to lay the foundation for a high-performing finance function.

What you’ll own:

• Own the accounting function: GL, close, AR/AP, payroll, reconciliations
• Lead the transition from outsourced to in-house accounting function
• Implement and enforce GAAP-compliant policies (including ASC 606 rev rec)
• Prepare for and support annual financial audit (first-year audit in FY25)
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Sales, CS, RevOps, IT, and People
• Lead month-end and year-end close and reporting processes
• Implement key modern accounting tools
• Maintain internal controls, approval workflows, and audit trails
• Manage departmental and account-level reporting structure
• Full ownership of payroll administration in partnership with People
• Customer invoicing, collections, and accounts receivable
• Vendor onboarding, AP processing, and expense reimbursements

What we're looking for:

• 3–6+ years of progressive accounting experience (public + startup preferred)
• Hands-on experience with deferred revenue and SaaS revenue models
• Strong working knowledge of GAAP and ASC 606 principles
• Comfort with ambiguity and building from scratch
• Familiarity with modern SaaS tech stack
• Ownership mindset with high standards for accuracy and follow-through
• Strong communication skills across functions and externally

Why you’ll love it:

BetterComp is transforming the way companies approach compensation, delivering modern, data-driven solutions that help organizations streamline pay practices, ensure fairness, and stay competitive. With a growing roster of enterprise clients, including many of the world’s largest companies, we’re redefining how compensation teams work.

As a fast-moving startup, we thrive on building what doesn’t yet exist—solving complex problems with creativity, agility, and a bias for action. At BetterComp, you’ll be part of a forward-thinking team that values bold ideas, empowers you to take ownership, and provides the support needed to grow your career.

Our success is driven by exceptional people. We hire top talent and give them the autonomy and space to do their best work. Here, you’ll collaborate with some of the most innovative and driven minds in the industry, tackling compensation’s toughest challenges and shaping the future of HRTech.

What we offer:

• Our fully remote position, based in the U.S., offers you the freedom to work from the comfort of your home, giving you the flexibility you've always wanted.
• Competitive compensation package that includes:
• • Base salary range for this position: $110,000 - $140,000(annually based on experience and location)
  • Equity
• Flexible PTO, generous company holidays
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match

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