Comet

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Comet

full-time

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Location Type: Remote

Location: United States

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Job Level

SeniorLead

About the role

  • Own the monthly close process, including general ledger review, journal entries, reconciliations, and financial statement preparation
  • Oversee day-to-day accounting activities, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, T&E reimbursement, and customer and vendor contract accounting
  • Ensure timely, accurate GAAP-compliant financial reporting
  • Design, implement, and improve accounting processes and internal controls to support scale and compliance
  • Manage local, state, and federal reporting requirements and tax filings
  • Partner closely with FP&A to analyze budget vs. actual variances
  • Own the actuals layer of the budgeting and forecasting process
  • Manage relationships with external accounting firms, tax advisors, banks, and other professional partners
  • Operate independently while serving as a trusted financial partner to the COO and executive team
  • Partner closely with the Fractional CFO to support budgeting, forecasting, board materials, investor reporting, and ad hoc financial analyses
  • Provide clear, proactive insights into financial performance, trends, and variances to internal stakeholders
  • Continuously improve the month-end close and financial reporting procedures
  • Assess and implement scalable accounting and billing systems
  • Streamline and automate financial workflows

Requirements

  • CPA with 8+ years of relevant experience, including a mix of Big 4 public accounting and high-growth startup experience
  • Strong background in international technology companies, particularly SaaS/software businesses
  • Deep knowledge of US GAAP and ASC 606
  • Advanced proficiency in accounting systems, Excel/Google Sheets, and BI tools
  • Experience building processes in fast-scaling environments
  • Highly independent and self-directed, comfortable operating in a remote setting
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
  • High integrity with the ability to manage confidential information
Benefits
  • Competitive salary - based on proven experience, skills and location
  • Competitive benefits package
  • Flexible working hours and remote work options
  • Opportunities for professional growth and development
  • A collaborative and innovative work environment
  • The chance to work with cutting-edge technologies and projects
Applicant Tracking System Keywords

Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.

Hard Skills & Tools
general ledger reviewjournal entriesreconciliationsfinancial statement preparationGAAP compliancebudgetingforecastingfinancial analysisaccounting processesbilling systems
Soft Skills
analytical skillsproblem-solvingcommunication skillsindependenceself-directionrelationship managementproactive insightsintegritytrustworthinesscollaboration
Certifications
CPA