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Director, Accounting

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About SmartAsset:

SmartAsset is an online destination for consumer-focused financial information and advice, whose mission is helping people make smart financial decisions, reaching over an estimated 59 million people each month (as of January 2025) through our educational content and personalized calculators and tools. To extend our mission, we also operate SmartAsset Advisor Marketing Platform (AMP), which helps connect consumers with fiduciary financial advisors. SmartAsset has earned recognition on the Inc. 5000 (#2574 in 2023) and Deloitte Technology Fast 500™ (#250 in 2022) lists. Currently, SmartAsset ranks on Y Combinator’s list of Top 100 Companies. A successful $110 million Series D funding round in 2021 valued the company at over $1 billion.

 

*Other than application and licensing fees, SmartAsset did not provide compensation for the aforementioned awards.

 

About the Team: 

You will have the opportunity to help develop, and execute tasks that support growth, performance, and future objectives at a rapidly growing company. An ideal candidate is self-motivated, independent, has a sharp attention to detail and expert-level data analysis skills, and has a background in technical accounting. 

Responsibilities Include:

  • Responsible for all aspects of technical accounting, from overseeing technical accounting research related to new and proposed standards to setting internal policies, documenting policies and ensuring compliance to US GAAP and other reporting standards
  • Monitor and provide interpretation of new GAAP and SEC rules and regulations and their potential effect on the business, as well as establishing implementation plans
  • Coordinate with internal teams to ensure completeness of accounting assessment and ensuring compliance to US GAAP, and internal policies
  •  Work directly with external auditors on technical accounting questions, documentation and our application of policy
  • Develop, implement, and maintain effective internal controls and processes to ensure the accuracy of financial reporting, integrity of corporate data, and best practices
  • Create and manage documentation of processes and policies across financial and operating cycles
  • Assist with gathering information and documentation necessary for annual audits and other regulatory filings
  • Assist with the implementation of new accounting systems to better our financial and operating controls, including management of an ongoing project to implement a billing, customer deposit and revenue recognition system.
  • Responsible for external financial reporting, including footnote disclosures both as a private company and potentially as an SEC registrant
  • Assist with ad-hoc assignments and special projects

Skills / Experience You Have:

  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in Accounting
  • CPA certification
  • Public accounting background with experience at  Big 4 or national accounting firm 
  • 7+ years of relevant experience
  • Strong technical accounting background and understanding of US GAAP 
  • Financial statement preparation and management reporting 
  • Excel & Google Sheet skills
  • Strong attention to details and ability to communicate complex information, clearly and concisely
  • Highly organized, detailed thinker, with exceptional problem solving, investigative and project management skills; able to manage multiple competing priorities independently
  • Highly analytical, resourceful, flexible, team oriented, and organized individual with a proven track record of end-to-end ownership and successfully delivering results in a fast paced, dynamic business environment

Skills / Experience Preferred:

  • Familiarity with accounting software programs such as Stripe, Salesforce, and Netsuite 
  • Experience adopting generative AI in all aspects of the accounting system

Physical Requirements: 

  • Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer 
  • Must be able to communicate via phone calls and/or video conferences (mainly for concierge and sales roles) 

Available Benefits and Perks: 

  • Fully Remote Work: All roles are fully remote within the contiguous U.S., giving you flexibility to do your best work from where you thrive.
  • Comprehensive Health Coverage: Multiple Medical, Dental, and Vision plan options through trusted national carriers—so you can choose what fits your needs.
  • Life & Disability Protection: Company-paid Life/AD&D coverage, with options to add supplemental life and disability plans for extra peace of mind.
  • Financial Wellness: 401(k) with employer match, pre-tax savings through FSA and HSA options, and equity packages offered for every role.
  • Time Off That Works: Generous vacation, sick, and parental leave policies—because balance matters.
  • Additional Perks: Pet insurance, home office stipend, and Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

SmartAsset is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive, innovative environment with the best employees. We are committed to equal employment opportunities regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please contact us at Recruiting@smartasset.com.

California, Colorado, Connecticut, Maryland, Nevada, Rhode Island, Washington, and New York City residents* $163,500-$210,000 + RSUs + benefits.

Salary at SmartAsset is determined based on permissible, non-discriminatory factors such as skills, experience, and geographic location within the contiguous United States.

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