Sr. Accountant

AppLovin
Palo Alto, CA
On-site

Who this role is best for

Best suited to candidates with 3–5 years of accounting experience working in fast-paced tech environments.

Best fit for

  • Candidates with 3–5 years of accounting experience in high-growth tech companies
    — “3–5 years of accounting experience; fast-paced tech company background a plus”
  • Professionals with strong technical accounting knowledge and ERP system experience
    — “Strong foundation in US GAAP and general ledger accounting”
  • Individuals who can bridge accounting and non-accounting stakeholders with clarity
    — “Clear communicator who can explain accounting concepts to non-accounting stakeholders”

Things to consider

  • The role demands direct interaction with external auditors and service providers
    — “Experience managing US auditor and service provider relationships”
  • Candidates should be prepared for high-visibility responsibilities within finance
    — “This is a high-visibility role with direct exposure to the broader finance organization”

How to stand out

  • Highlight experience with month-end close activities and process optimization
    — “Own and execute month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close activities”
  • Emphasize your ability to coordinate with external auditors and internal teams
    — “Collaborate cross-functionally with FP&A, Tax, Legal, and business partners”
  • Demonstrate technical accounting research and documentation skills
    — “Assist with technical accounting research and documentation as needed”
  • Include examples of improving accuracy and efficiency in accounting processes
    — “Identify and implement process improvements to enhance accuracy and efficiency of the close”
Pace · SteadyCollaboration · HighAutonomy · MediumDecision Impact · Team

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What success looks like

  • accurate financial reporting
  • successful process improvements
  • effective collaboration with cross-functional teams
Typical background
3-5 years of accounting experiencedegree in accounting or finance

Skills & requirements

Required

AccountingFinancial ReportingERP SystemsFinancial AnalysisProcess Improvement

Preferred

Public Company ExperienceSOX ComplianceSystem ImplementationsAI For Accounting

Stack & domain

AccountingGAAPERP SystemsExcelAuditor RelationshipsInternal ControlsSystem ImplementationsAIAttention To DetailCommunicationSelf-starter MindsetFinanceTechnology

About the role

Original posting from AppLovin via Greenhouse

About AppLovin

AppLovin makes technologies that help businesses of every size connect to their ideal customers. The company provides end-to-end advertising solutions for businesses to reach, monetize and grow their global audiences. For more information about AppLovin, visit: www.applovin.com.

To deliver on this mission, our global team is composed of team members with life experiences, backgrounds, and perspectives that mirror our developers and customers around the world. At AppLovin, we are intentional about the team and culture we are building, seeking candidates who are outstanding in their own right and also demonstrate their support of others.

The Role:

AppLovin is looking for a detail-oriented Senior Accountant to join our US accounting team. You'll own key parts of the monthly close cycle, ensure accurate financial reporting, and help build the processes that support AppLovin's continued growth. This is a high-visibility role with direct exposure to the broader finance organization.

What You'll Do

Own and execute month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close activities including journal entries, accruals, and reclassifications

Perform balance sheet reconciliations and ensure accounts are properly supported on a timely basis

Support accounting and reporting activities across areas such leases, intangibles, corporate accounting, and other general accounting functions, depending on business needs.

Prepare and review financial schedules for management reporting and external audit support

Identify and implement process improvements to enhance accuracy and efficiency of the close

Collaborate cross-functionally with FP&A, Tax, Legal, and business partners to ensure completeness of accounting

Support US external auditors during quarterly reviews and the annual audit

Assist with technical accounting research and documentation as needed

What We're Looking For

3–5 years of accounting experience; fast-paced tech company background a plus

Accounting or finance degree preferred

Strong foundation in US GAAP and general ledger accounting

Proficiency in a major ERP system (NetSuite experience is a bonus)

Advanced Excel skills and comfort working with large data sets

Experience managing US auditor and service provider relationships, including coordinating requests, deliverables, and deadlines

High attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

Clear communicator who can explain accounting concepts to non-accounting stakeholders

Self-starter mindset — you don't wait to be told what needs to be fixed

Nice to Have

Experience at a public company or in the technology/digital advertising industry

Exposure to SOX compliance and internal controls

Experience in system implementations

Experience in utilizing AI to streamline manual tasks  

AppLovin provides a competitive total compensation package with a pay for performance rewards approach. Total compensation at AppLovin is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Depending on the position offered, equity, and other forms of incentive compensation (as applicable) may be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to dental, vision, and other benefits.

Health Insurance: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability

Retirement Benefits: 401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off: Unlimited Discretionary Time Off

Paid Holidays: 10 paid holidays per year

Paid Sick Leave: 80 hours per year

Method of Application: Apply online

Application Window: The application window is expected to close within 30 days of the posting date.

All questions or concerns about this posting should be directed to peopleops@applovin.com.

CA Base Pay Range$131,580—$172,000 USDAppLovin is proud to be an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status, or other legally protected characteristics. Learn more about EEO rights as an applicant here.

If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please send us a request at jobs@applovin.com

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Source: AppLovin careers (Greenhouse)

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