Strong fit for candidates who have built accounting systems in high-growth startups and can lead cross-functional initiatives.
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Original posting from Office Hours via Ashby
ABOUT US
Office Hours is an on-demand expert network that connects leading organizations with trusted experts across various knowledge domains. Experts earn income by sharing their knowledge through advisory work, projects, and AI model training. Our platform handles the complexities behind the scenes— screening, compliance, scheduling, and payments—so knowledge sharing stays focused on meaningful insights and real impact.
We’re a hyper-growth and profitable company, quickly expanding our expert network, launching new offices, and new products. We are headquartered in San Francisco, with offices in Brooklyn and Bangalore. Our customers include the fastest-growing digital health companies, technology companies, institutional investment firms, consulting firms and AI Labs. We are backed by top marketplace investors and operators of companies like DoorDash, Airbnb, Affirm.
WHAT WE BELIEVE
Human knowledge is the world’s most valuable asset. And yet, despite being more interconnected than ever, most knowledge still remains stuck in our heads, inaccessible and underutilized. Our vision is to make human knowledge easily accessible and infinitely scalable by building tools for the new age knowledge economy.
ABOUT THE ROLE
You will lead the accounting function at Office Hours. As our first internal accounting hire, you'll take the reins from our external accounting agency and establish the function in-house. You'll have full ownership over the systems, processes, and controls you put in place. You'll decide how the books get closed, how reporting comes together, and which tools power it all. It's a chance to build accounting at Office Hours exactly the way it should be built.
This role can either be remote from Boston, or hybrid from our San Francisco or New York Offices, 2-3 times per week. Please note, fully remote candidates must be based in the Boston area.
WHAT YOU’LL DO
Accounting Operations: Own the daily, monthly, and annual financial close processes, including general ledger maintenance, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll.
Internal Controls: Design, implement, and scale financial policies, procedures, and internal controls to protect company assets.
Financial Reporting: Prepare accurate, timely monthly financial statements (P&L, balance sheet, cash flow) for management review.
Compliance & Tax: Manage local, state, and federal tax filings, regulatory compliance, and support annual external audits or reviews.
Process Scaling: Evaluate, select, and implement modern financial tech stacks and automation tools (e.g., ERPs, expense management, billing software).
Cross-Functional Support: Partner with operations and department heads to support initiatives and data needs.
WHAT YOU BRING
Experience: 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, with at least 1–2 years in a high-growth startup or fast-paced tech environment.
Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
Certification: Certified Public Accountant (CPA) active license strongly preferred.
Technical Skills: Advanced proficiency in QuickBooks Online and other modern startup ERP systems, along with Stripe, Ramp, and strong Excel skills.
Mindset: Highly adaptable, comfortable with ambiguity, and eager to roll up sleeves.
BONUS EXPERIENCE (NOT REQUIRED)
Experience in venture-backed or PE-backed companies is a plus.
Experience at marketplace-based companies is a plus.
BENEFITS + PERKS
- Competitive salary and equity
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage
- 401(k)
- Monthly wellness and fitness stipend
- Paid time off policy, along with company holidays
- Annual company off-sites (Tahoe, Mendocino, Mexico City, San Diego, Park City)
- Parent-friendly policies, remote flexibility, and paid family leave
Pay Transparency Notice
Full-time offers include base salary, equity, and benefits.
Pay range: {$140,000- $170,000}, based on seniority and relevant experience
This role can either be remote from Boston, or hybrid from our San Francisco or New York Offices, 2-3 times per week. Fully remote candidates must be based in the Boston area.
Don’t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that some candidates, especially underrepresented groups such as women and people of color, are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At Office Hours we believe in building a diverse and inclusive workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but don’t meet every qualification in the job description, we still encourage you to apply. You could still be the right candidate for this or other roles at Office Hours!
Source: Office Hours careers (Ashby)