Accounting Operations Analyst

Are you a detail-oriented operator who thrives on keeping financial processes running seamlessly across multiple systems? Do you enjoy managing structured workflows like procurement, expense management, and payroll with precision and accountability? Are you eager to contribute to a high-growth fintech environment where accuracy, compliance, and continuous improvement are critical to success? If so, we invite you to be a part of our innovative team.

As an Accounting Operations Analyst at Ridgeline, you will support and execute core operational finance processes across procurement systems, expense management, payroll preparation, and vendor administration. You will play a key role in helping maintain internal controls, compliance workflows, and financial operations as the company scales. This role directly contributes to the integrity and efficiency of our finance operations by managing accurate systems, supporting audits, and enabling cross-functional collaboration. You will leverage cutting-edge technologies—including AI tools like ChatGPT—to improve documentation quality, streamline workflows, and enhance operational accuracy.

At Ridgeline, how we work matters as much as what we build. Ridgeliners act like owners, choose growth over comfort, and communicate with transparency. We assume positive intent, bias toward action, and bring solutions—not just problems. We celebrate wins, learn from setbacks, and thrive in a resilient, collaborative, high-performing culture.
If this excites you, we’d love to meet you.

You must be work authorized in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship.

The impact you will have:

• Administer procurement and vendor workflows across systems including Ramp and Levelpath while supporting accuracy and compliance
• Manage vendor records and documentation including W9 and W8 forms to support strong internal controls
• Support vendor onboarding, renewals, and governance processes across cross-functional teams
• Review and process invoices while ensuring alignment with established approval workflows
• Administer expense management processes in Expensify including policy enforcement and employee support
• Monitor corporate card activity, code transactions, and follow up on missing or incomplete documentation
• Coordinate payroll preparation activities across HR, Accounting, and external providers with a strong sense of responsibility
• Prepare and validate payroll input data including variable compensation, bonuses, and adjustments
• Track employee lifecycle changes and support accurate payroll processing inputs
• Manage organized payroll documentation and support audit readiness with transparency and accountability
• Review payroll reports and identify discrepancies while consistently contributing to resolution efforts
• Support tax and compliance processes including sales tax, property tax, and business license tracking
• Assist with audit requests by preparing clear, accurate documentation and system reports
• Identify process improvements and contribute ideas that enhance operational efficiency and scalability
• Collaborate cross-functionally to support smooth and effective financial operations
• Be responsible for recurring workflows and continuously seek opportunities to improve accuracy and effectiveness

What we look for:

• Three to six years of experience in accounting operations, finance operations, procurement administration, or payroll support
• Experience with systems such as Ramp, Expensify, Levelpath, Workday, or similar tools
• Strong organizational skills and exceptional attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple workflows while maintaining accuracy and timeliness
• Experience working within structured processes and internal control environments
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to operate independently while appropriately escalating issues
• Willingness to learn and adopt new technologies, including AI tools, to improve outcomes
• An aptitude for problem solving and continuous improvement
• Ability to collaborate effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
• Serious interest in having fun at work

Bonus:

• Experience in a high-growth technology or fintech company
• Exposure to multi-state or international operations
• Experience supporting audits, compliance processes, or tax reporting

About Ridgeline

Ridgeline is the first front-to-back system of record for investment managers. Founded by visionary entrepreneur Dave Duffield (co-founder of both PeopleSoft and Workday), the company was created to modernize an industry held back by outdated, disconnected technology. Powered by a single, real-time data set and embedded AI, Ridgeline helps firms automate complexity, accelerate collaboration, and deliver tailored client experiences at scale, without added headcount or risk. Ridgeline is headquartered in Lake Tahoe, with offices in New York, Reno, and the Bay Area, and is recognized by Fast Company as a “Best Workplace for Innovators,” by Frost & Sullivan as a “Technology Innovation Leader,” and by The Software Report as a “Top 100 Software Company.”

Ridgeline is proud to be a community-minded, discrimination-free equal opportunity workplace.

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Compensation and Benefits 

The cash compensation amount for this role is targeted at $107,000-$134,000. Final compensation amounts are determined by multiple factors, including candidate experience and expertise, and may vary from the amount listed above. 

As an employee at Ridgeline, you’ll have many opportunities for advancement in your career and can make a true impact on the product.

In addition to the base salary, Ridgeline employees can participate in our Company Stock Plan subject to the applicable Stock Option Agreement. We also offer rich benefits that reflect the kind of organization we want to be: one in which our employees feel valued and are inspired to bring their best selves to work. These include unlimited vacation, educational and wellness reimbursements, and $0 cost employee insurance plans. Please check out our Careers page for a more comprehensive overview of our perks and benefits.

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