Sr. Accountant; GL Ops, Payroll​/HR

Overview

We are working on a very exciting role for a fintech organization building next-gen financial products. If you are a Senior Accountant who enjoys a fast-paced environment and want to be a part of this growing team, pls reach out to me for more information.

The role is 90% Remote with occasional team meetings in the office.
Only local Bay Area candidates will be considered for the role.

This is a contract to hire opportunity.

We’re looking for a detail-oriented Senior Accountant to support core accounting operations with meaningful ownership over general ledger and month-end close, alongside payroll processing, payroll accounting, and light HR administration. This is a hands-on role ideal for someone who enjoys owning processes end to end while partnering closely with Finance, Payroll, and HR.

Core Accounting & Month-End Close (?70%)

• Own general ledger accounting including journal entries, accruals, and account reconciliations
• Execute month-end and quarter-end close activities in accordance with GAAP
• Prepare and analyze financial statements and supporting schedules
• Perform variance analysis and provide clear explanations for management and auditors
• Maintain SOX-compliant processes, documentation, and audit-ready work papers

Payroll Processing & Payroll Accounting (?20%)

• Support end-to-end payroll processing on a semi-monthly or bi-weekly basis, ensuring accuracy and timeliness
• Prepare and post payroll journal entries, accruals, and related reconciliations
• Perform pre- and post-payroll validation, variance analysis, and tie-outs between payroll systems and the GL
• Assist with payroll tax filings, year-end activities (W-2s, reconciliations), and audit support
• Serve as a point of contact for payroll-related questions and issue resolution

HR & Benefits Support (?10%)

• Assist with employee onboarding and offboarding processes
• Support payroll-related benefits administration including deductions and reconciliations
• Maintain accurate employee data in payroll and HR systems
• Partner with HR on basic employee lifecycle administration and documentation

• 4–6+ years of progressive accounting experience in a corporate or fast-paced environment
• Strong hands-on experience with GL accounting and month-end close
• Practical experience supporting payroll processing and payroll accounting
• Working knowledge of payroll taxes, benefits deductions, and compliance fundamentals
• Familiarity with accounting and payroll systems (Net Suite, ADP, Paychex, Workday, or similar)
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable managing multiple priorities
• Strong communication skills and a collaborative, service-oriented mindset