Accounting Lead, Core Business GL

As an Accounting Lead you have in-depth knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles, proficiency in accounting systems, and strong motivation to drive processes that contribute to the achievement of an efficient monthly/quarterly/annual close and financial reporting processes. You pay great attention to detail and the ability to deliver results under deadlines, as well as working effectively cross-functionally in a rapidly changing environment. Above all, you have tremendous problem solving and communication skills that you are looking to utilize in support of Affirm’s continued growth and pursuit of our mission to deliver honest financial products that improve lives.

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What You'll Do

• Responsible for preparing and/or reviewing workpapers, journal entries, and reconciliations for key accounts in the Core Business areas of Loans and Capital Markets
• You will conduct flux analyses and align on business drivers with cross-functional partners including Credit, Quantitative Markets, Capital Markets, Merchant Pricing, and Strategic Finance
• Prepare schedules for Quarterly SEC reporting,  and support internal and external audit requirements related to specific assigned areas
• Proactively review current procedures and seek ways to improve processes to ensure timely monthly close, accuracy of accounting entries, and operational efficiency
• Partner with cross-functional teams to provide accounting requirements on product changes related to your areas of ownership and incorporate new transactions or processes into the GL
• Contribute to reconciliation projects by partnering directly with engineering and/or Financial Platform teams 
• Creatively solve challenges and effectively communicate and execute on opportunities for process improvements and developing scalable solutions that keep up with the pace of business change

What We Look For

• 4+ years of relevant professional experience is required (public accounting experience preferred)
• CPA required (may consider candidates on track to earn their CPA in the near term)
• Solid understanding of US GAAP, and ability to partner with the Technical Accounting team on accounting policy implementation and adherence
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills required (such as VLOOKUPS & conditional statements, pivot tables, data analysis, what-if-analysis)
• SQL experience or strong interest in developing SQL skills preferred
• Excellent project management skills and ability to foster cross-functional collaboration to drive meaningful improvements to the close process
• The desire to improve processes and make your own job easier over time, taking ownership of all aspects of your functional area
• Passion for Affirm and a strong interest in technology, money movement, BNPL, and consumer lending