Senior Accountant

Lead Accountant

Reports to: Senior Accounting Manager

Overview

We're seeking an experienced Lead Accountant to support GL operations and monthly close for our global organization with 8 subsidiaries across North America, Europe, and Asia. You will prepare and reconcile GL accounts, work collaboratively with our Staff Accountant and Finance team, drive process improvements, and leverage AI to enhance close efficiency and financial accuracy.

This high-impact role offers exposure to all accounting operations while bringing fresh perspectives, operational excellence, and a collaborative spirit. As a startup, this is a dynamic role where you'll support the team wherever needed as the business evolves.

Core Responsibilities

Prepare and reconcile GL accounts including but not limited to: cash, fixed assets, accruals, prepaids, leases, and intercompany transactions

Code and reconcile credit card transactions (Brex, corporate cards); ensure compliance with policy and accurate GL posting

Prepare and post GL journal entries for month-end close and operational activity, including interest, prepaid amortization, accruals, and fixed assets depreciation

Provide flexible support to Staff Accountant: GL guidance, AP coverage as needed (Bill.com processing, invoice approvals, vendor payments), and mentoring on GL treatments and standards

Monitor and respond to accounting inbox inquiries; handle compliance-related items and ad hoc requests

Document GL processes, procedures, and controls; maintain accounting documentation and audit trails

Identify opportunities to leverage AI and automation tools (e.g., intelligent reconciliation, anomaly detection, data matching) to streamline workflows

Analyze GL data trends, variances, and unusual account activity; provide financial insights to leadership

Support audits and statutory reporting with requested documentation and GL reconciliations

Proactively manage accounting inbox, compliance items, and ad hoc requests; work independently with critical thinking and questioning mindset

Qualifications & Experience

Required

BA/BS in Accounting or Finance

3–5 years GL accounting and accounting operations experience, preferably in a Senior Accountant role

Proficiency with accounting systems including NetSuite and Floqast

Strong Excel skills with ability to analyze data and create solutions

Comfortable using AI tools to enhance productivity (e.g., Claude Cowork, Gemini) for analysis, documentation, and process improvement

Well-rounded GL accounting knowledge and experience across multiple GL functions

Preferred

CPA license

Startup or high-growth company experience

GAAP and accounting best practices knowledge

Strong collaborative and communication skills; works well with team members across all levels

Naturally curious about processes and why things work the way they do; always looking for better, smarter, more efficient ways to operate

Experience with multi-entity or international accounting structures

Key Attributes

Detail-oriented with strong organizational and communication skills

Humble, collaborative, and team-focused; willing to do whatever is needed to support the team and get the work done

Adaptable to changing priorities and willing to roll up sleeves

Proactive problem-solver committed to accuracy, compliance, and continuous improvement

Brings solutions-oriented thinking, fresh perspectives, and critical thinking to operations

Comfortable with AI and automation tools; actively seeks opportunities to improve workflows

Strong technical accounting knowledge and ability to work both independently and collaboratively

Work Environment

Hybrid position based in San Francisco. Fast-paced, innovative environment where continuous improvement, automation, and efficiency are core to our culture.

United States Base Pay Range

$82,500—$117,750 USD

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

About CircleCI

CircleCI is the world’s largest continuous integration/continuous delivery (CI/CD) platform, and the hub where code moves from idea to delivery. As one of the most-used DevOps tools - processing more than 3 million jobs a day - CircleCI has unique access to data on how the most effective engineering teams work, and the tools to help software companies successfully leverage the power of AI into their commercial applications. Companies like Hinge, HuggingFace, and Samsung use us to improve engineering team productivity, release better products, and get to market faster.

Founded in 2011 and headquartered in downtown San Francisco with a global, remote workforce, CircleCI is venture-backed by Base10, Greenspring Associates, Eleven Prime, IVP, Sapphire Ventures, Top Tier Capital Partners, Baseline Ventures, Threshold

Ventures, Scale Venture Partners, Owl Rock Capital, Next Equity Partners, Heavybit, and Harrison Metal Capital.

CircleCI is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state and local law.