Accounting Lead

About the Role

The ideal candidate will have a solid understanding of US GAAP, advanced Microsoft Excel skills, and experience with accounting systems. You will be a self-motivated individual with excellent problem-solving and communication skills, able to thrive in a rapidly changing environment. As Affirm continues to grow and expand its product offerings, the Accounting Lead will play a critical role in ensuring the company's financial soundness and strategic positioning.

What You Will Do

• Lead targeted cross-functional initiatives to remediate existing control deficiencies and implement operational efficiencies into the month-end close process
• Develop project plans and clearly communicate project goals, updates, resource needs, and business outcomes
• Act as the point of contact between the Operational close teams and partners in Product, Engineering, Financial Platforms, Financial Systems, and Technical Accounting
• Proactively review current procedures and seek ways to improve processes to ensure timely monthly close, accuracy of accounting entries, and operational efficiency
• Develop deep expertise in existing accounting processes and recommend a path forward that balances scalability, level of effort, time to deliver, financial risk, and cost
• Work with the Record-to-Report team to understand problem areas and translate requirements into report requests with the Financial Systems team
• Resolve one-off business topics and complex cross-functional issues as assigned by the Director of Core Business
• Collaborate with the Technical Accounting team on accounting policy implementation and adherence
• Develop and maintain relationships with key stakeholders across the organization

What We Are Looking For

• 4+ years of relevant professional experience in accounting, preferably in public accounting
• Solid understanding of US GAAP and ability to partner with the Technical Accounting team on accounting policy implementation and adherence
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including VLOOKUPS, conditional statements, pivot tables, data analysis, and what-if-analysis
• SQL experience or strong interest in developing SQL skills
• Excellent project management skills and ability to foster cross-functional collaboration to drive meaningful improvements to the close process
• Strong motivation to drive processes that contribute to the achievement of an efficient monthly, quarterly, and annual close and financial reporting processes
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work effectively in a rapidly changing environment and prioritize multiple tasks and projects

Nice to Have

• Experience with accounting systems and financial planning tools
• Knowledge of consumer lending and fintech industry trends
• Certification in accounting, such as CPA
• Experience working in a remote or distributed team environment
• Familiarity with Affirm's products and services

Benefits and Perks

• Competitive salary and equity package
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• Flexible PTO and vacation policy
• Remote work stipend and home office setup
• Professional development opportunities and training
• Access to cutting-edge technology and tools
• Collaborative and dynamic work environment
• Opportunity to work with a talented and diverse team
• Mission-driven company with a focus on delivering honest financial products

• Tailor your resume and cover letter to highlight your technical accounting skills and experience with accounting systems
• Prepare examples of how you have driven process improvements and efficiencies in previous roles
• Be ready to discuss your understanding of US GAAP and how you have applied it in your work
• Showcase your advanced Excel skills by providing examples of complex spreadsheets or models you have created
• Research Affirm's products and services and be prepared to discuss how your skills and experience align with the company's mission
• Ask questions during the interview process to demonstrate your interest in the company and the role