Koalafi
At Koalafi, we believe in a world where no one has to put an important purchase on hold. That's why we're making it easier for more people to pay for big purchases over time.
Retailers across the country rely on us to offer flexible lease-to-own financing to their non-prime consumers, while increasing sales and strengthening customer loyalty. Their 2M+ customers love us because we provide a flexible way for them to make payments and give them an opportunity to improve their credit. Our 200+ Koalafi teammates enjoy inspiring and challenging work that accelerates their careers.
Interested in learning more about how we're transforming the financing experience and joining our team?
What You’ll Do The Senior Accountant will play a key role in supporting the accounting operations of a fast-growing, lease-to-own financing company. This position is responsible for ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting, managing complex accounting processes, supporting audits and compliance requirements, and partnering cross‑functionally with internal teams. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast‑paced environment, can manage multiple priorities simultaneously, and brings strong technical accounting expertise under U.S. GAAP.
Lead assigned areas of the month‑end close process, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and timeliness of financial records
Prepare and review journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules
Ensure proper application of U.S. GAAP in all accounting treatments
Assist in the preparation of internal and external financial statements
Assist with financial statement and variance analysis, identifying trends and explaining fluctuations
Reconciliations & General Ledger
Perform and review balance sheet and income statement account reconciliations
Investigate and resolve reconciling items and discrepancies in a timely manner
Maintain and ensure integrity of the general ledger
Treasury & Cash Management
Support treasury functions, including cash forecasting, daily cash management, and bank account reconciliations
Monitor liquidity and assist with cash flow analysis
Coordinate with banking partners as needed
Audit & Compliance
Serve as a key point of contact for external auditors during financial statement audits
Prepare audit schedules and respond to audit inquiries
Correspond with multiple U.S. states regarding sales tax compliance, filings, audits, and inquiries
Cross‑Functional Collaboration
Build and maintain strong working relationships with internal departments such as Operations, Legal, and Product, supporting interdepartmental initiatives and process improvements
Partner with leadership to provide insights that support business decision‑making
Process Improvement & Systems
Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes, controls, and efficiencies
Assist with accounting system enhancements, implementations, or automation projects
Contribute to the development and documentation of accounting policies and procedures
About You (Qualifications)
3–5 years of relevant experience in in‑house accounting, public accounting, or a combination of both, ideally within financial services, consumer finance, leasing, or lease‑to‑own industries
Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance
Advanced proficiency in Excel (pivot tables, lookups, large data sets)
Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP
Experience supporting or performing financial statement audits
Experience with month‑end close, reconciliations, and financial statements, whether preparation or auditing
Familiarity with ERP/accounting or auditing systems, preferably NetSuite
Proven ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment
Strong analytical, organizational, and problem‑solving skills
Strong written and verbal communication skills and can clearly communicate accounting impacts to non‑accounting stakeholders
Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team
CPA license (active or in progress) preferred
Sales tax compliance experience across multiple states is a plus
Location Requirement: This position requires regular in‑person attendance at one of our two office locations (Richmond, VA or Arlington, VA). Candidates must already be located within a commutable distance to either location, as relocation assistance is not available at this time.
Why choose Koalafi A career at Koalafi means opportunities to tackle exciting challenges every single day. We take pride in a culture of innovation, trust, and ownership. You'll get outside your comfort zone, build meaningful relationships, and most of all, take charge of projects that ultimately help people get the things they need most.
At Koalafi, you will have a direct impact on our products and help shape the company's success. We offer competitive compensation & benefits packages to keep you at your best:
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
20 PTO days + 11 paid holidays
401(k) retirement with company matching
Commuter assistance
Parental leave (maternal + paternal)
Inclusion and Associate Engagement Programs
Who we are & what we value
We focus on what's most important
We set clear expectations and deliver
We embrace challenges to reach our full potential
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Retailers across the country rely on us to offer flexible lease-to-own financing to their non-prime consumers, while increasing sales and strengthening customer loyalty. Their 2M+ customers love us because we provide a flexible way for them to make payments and give them an opportunity to improve their credit. Our 200+ Koalafi teammates enjoy inspiring and challenging work that accelerates their careers.
Interested in learning more about how we're transforming the financing experience and joining our team?
What You’ll Do The Senior Accountant will play a key role in supporting the accounting operations of a fast-growing, lease-to-own financing company. This position is responsible for ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting, managing complex accounting processes, supporting audits and compliance requirements, and partnering cross‑functionally with internal teams. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast‑paced environment, can manage multiple priorities simultaneously, and brings strong technical accounting expertise under U.S. GAAP.
Lead assigned areas of the month‑end close process, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and timeliness of financial records
Prepare and review journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules
Ensure proper application of U.S. GAAP in all accounting treatments
Assist in the preparation of internal and external financial statements
Assist with financial statement and variance analysis, identifying trends and explaining fluctuations
Reconciliations & General Ledger
Perform and review balance sheet and income statement account reconciliations
Investigate and resolve reconciling items and discrepancies in a timely manner
Maintain and ensure integrity of the general ledger
Treasury & Cash Management
Support treasury functions, including cash forecasting, daily cash management, and bank account reconciliations
Monitor liquidity and assist with cash flow analysis
Coordinate with banking partners as needed
Audit & Compliance
Serve as a key point of contact for external auditors during financial statement audits
Prepare audit schedules and respond to audit inquiries
Correspond with multiple U.S. states regarding sales tax compliance, filings, audits, and inquiries
Cross‑Functional Collaboration
Build and maintain strong working relationships with internal departments such as Operations, Legal, and Product, supporting interdepartmental initiatives and process improvements
Partner with leadership to provide insights that support business decision‑making
Process Improvement & Systems
Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes, controls, and efficiencies
Assist with accounting system enhancements, implementations, or automation projects
Contribute to the development and documentation of accounting policies and procedures
About You (Qualifications)
3–5 years of relevant experience in in‑house accounting, public accounting, or a combination of both, ideally within financial services, consumer finance, leasing, or lease‑to‑own industries
Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance
Advanced proficiency in Excel (pivot tables, lookups, large data sets)
Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP
Experience supporting or performing financial statement audits
Experience with month‑end close, reconciliations, and financial statements, whether preparation or auditing
Familiarity with ERP/accounting or auditing systems, preferably NetSuite
Proven ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment
Strong analytical, organizational, and problem‑solving skills
Strong written and verbal communication skills and can clearly communicate accounting impacts to non‑accounting stakeholders
Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team
CPA license (active or in progress) preferred
Sales tax compliance experience across multiple states is a plus
Location Requirement: This position requires regular in‑person attendance at one of our two office locations (Richmond, VA or Arlington, VA). Candidates must already be located within a commutable distance to either location, as relocation assistance is not available at this time.
Why choose Koalafi A career at Koalafi means opportunities to tackle exciting challenges every single day. We take pride in a culture of innovation, trust, and ownership. You'll get outside your comfort zone, build meaningful relationships, and most of all, take charge of projects that ultimately help people get the things they need most.
At Koalafi, you will have a direct impact on our products and help shape the company's success. We offer competitive compensation & benefits packages to keep you at your best:
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
20 PTO days + 11 paid holidays
401(k) retirement with company matching
Commuter assistance
Parental leave (maternal + paternal)
Inclusion and Associate Engagement Programs
Who we are & what we value
We focus on what's most important
We set clear expectations and deliver
We embrace challenges to reach our full potential
#J-18808-Ljbffr