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Upstart is the leading AI lending marketplace partnering with banks and credit unions to expand access to affordable credit. By leveraging Upstart's AI marketplace, Upstart-powered banks and credit unions can have higher approval rates and lower loss rates across races, ages, and genders, while delivering a digital-first lending experience. Over 80% of borrowers are approved instantly with zero documentation.
Most Upstarters work remotely across the United States, with offices in San Mateo, Columbus, and Austin. Our team is motivated by our mission to enable access to effortless credit based on true risk. If you share this passion, wed love to hear from you!
As the Senior Accountant , you will strengthen our accounting operations, support growth, and drive process improvements. Youll collaborate cross-functionally, support audits, and help scale our accounting functions in a high-growth environment.
Location Options: Remote, San Mateo, Columbus.
Time Zone Preference: Central or Pacific Time.
Travel: Regular on-site sessions 3 days per quarter, with travel expenses covered by Upstart.
Key Responsibilities:
- Prepare accurate journal entries and account activity
- Perform balance sheet reconciliations and general ledger maintenance
- Analyze account activity and recommend solutions
- Develop and manage accounting policies and procedures
- Support external audits and respond to inquiries
- Identify opportunities for process automation and improvement
- Partner with teams to support business initiatives
- Assist with internal controls design and testing
- Participate in strategic projects
Qualifications:
- Bachelors degree in Accounting or Finance
- 5+ years in public or corporate accounting
- Strong understanding of financial statements and U.S. GAAP
- Proficiency in Excel
- Detail-oriented with strategic thinking skills
- Excellent communication skills
- Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment
- Solutions-oriented mindset
Preferred: CPA, fintech experience, familiarity with NetSuite, FloQast, Google Workspace, cloud-based platforms.
Salary range: $82,000$110,000 USD, depending on location and experience. Upstart offers bonuses, equity, and comprehensive benefits.
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