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About Upstart
Upstart is the leading AI lending marketplace partnering with banks and credit unions to expand access to affordable credit. By leveraging Upstarts AI marketplace Upstartpowered banks and credit unions can have higher approval rates and lower loss rates across races ages and genders while simultaneously delivering the exceptional digitalfirst lending experience their customers demand. More than 80 of borrowers are approved instantly with zero documentation to upload.
Upstart is a digitalfirst company which means that most Upstarters live and work anywhere in the United States. However we also have offices in San Mateo California; Columbus Ohio; and Austin Texas.
Most Upstarters join us because they connect with our mission of enabling access to effortless credit based on true risk. If you are energized by the impact you can make at Upstart wed love to hear from you!
As the Senior Accountant you will play a vital role in strengthening our accounting operations and supporting the Companys growth. This role offers an opportunity to drive continuous improvements in core accounting processes contribute to operational accuracy and support strategic initiatives across the business. Youll collaborate crossfunctionally support audit readiness and help scale accounting operations in a highgrowth environment.
Position Location This role is available in the following locations: Remote San Mateo Columbus
Time Zone Requirements Central or Pacific Time Zone are preferred
Travel Requirements This team has regular onsite collaboration sessions. These occur 3 days per Quarter at the Upstart office. If you need to travel to make these meetups Upstart will cover all travel related expenses.
How youll make an impact:
- Support the preparation of accurate timely journal entries and account activity
- Perform monthly and quarterly balance sheet account reconciliations and general ledger maintenance
- Analyze account activity to identify discrepancies and recommend solutions
- Assist with the development and management of accounting policies and procedures
- Support the external audit process by preparing PBCs responding to inquiries and resolving open items
- Proactively identify opportunities for process improvements and automation to increase accuracy and efficiency
- Partner with crossfunctional teams to support business initiatives and implement scalable accounting solutions
- Assist in the design implementation and testing of internal controls
- Participate in adhoc projects and strategic initiatives across the Finance organization
What were looking for:
- Minimum requirements:
- Bachelors degree or higher in Accounting or Finance
- 5 years of relevant experience in public accounting and/or corporate accounting roles
- Strong understanding of financial statements and U.S. GAAP
- Proficiency with Excel (e.g. vlookup sumif pivot tables etc.
- Detailoriented analytical mindset with the ability to think strategically and see the big picture
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to work independently manage multiple tasks and thrive in a fastpaced environment
- Collaborative and solutionsoriented mindset with a continuous improvement approach
- Preferred qualifications:
- CPA license or equivalent experience
- Experience in the fintech or financial services industry
- Familiarity with NetSuite FloQast and Google Workspace
- Experience with cloudbased accounting or reporting platforms
At Upstart your base pay is one part of your total compensation package. The anticipated base salary for this position is expected to be within the below range. Your actual base pay will depend on your geographic locationwith our digital first philosophy Upstart uses compensation regions that vary depending on location. Individual pay is also determined by jobrelated skills experience and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process.
In addition Upstart provides employees with target bonuses equity compensation and generous benefits packages (including medical dental vision and 401k).
Upstart is a proud Equal Opportunity Employer. We are dedicated to ensuring that underrepresented classes receive better access to affordable credit and are just as committed to embracing diversity and inclusion in our hiring practices. We celebrate all cultures backgrounds perspectives and experiences and know that we can only become better together.
If you require reasonable accommodation in completing an application interviewing completing any preemployment testing or otherwise participating in the employee selection process please email
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