Senior Accountant

We are  looking for a Senior Accountant to work within the accounting department as we bring the entire function in house. Up until this point, the accounting work has been outsourced to a third party provider, but Pair has reached the stage where we see value in folding the accounting team into our everyday business operations. This position will be reporting to our Controller  to take over the current processes of the accounting function and improve them to match the growth of the company.

What You’ll Do:

• Participate in the month end accounting close process and ensure proper application of US GAAP
• Participate in the day to day accounting procedures such as coding accounts payable invoices and bank transactions to the correct general ledger accounts
• Prepare journal entries for entry into the general ledger system by collecting necessary data and ensure proper support is maintained for the journal entries
• Assist with managing reporting around revenue, cost of goods sold, inventory and deferred revenue balances by applying relevant technical accounting principles and guidance
• Assist with the monthly accrual process including, but not limited to, working with other departments to estimate unbilled liabilities
• Prepare and manage balance sheet reconciliations
• Assist with review of general ledger activity for accuracy; analyze to ensure proper expensing and capitalization of costs; research and correct discrepancies
• Assist with P&L and Balance Sheet balance trend analyses; evaluate and thoroughly document variance explanations
• Play an important role in the implementation and optimization of new systems and processes to continuously improve the month-end financial statement close procedures
• Assist with the documentation of process flowcharts and internal controls for various parts of the business such as cash, accounts payable, and inventory
• Assist with annual audit performed by external auditors; compile support, fill out audit templates, and fulfill other ad hoc requests, as needed
• Research any accounting questions that come up for compliance with GAAP
• Work with the FP&A team when needed to update the financial model with actual results
• Assist with ad hoc analyses and special projects, as necessary

Who You Are:

• You love a challenge, and are excited to take a project head on - we have a function to build here
• You are organized - we will need the help getting ourselves coordinated
• You are flexible - we are a start-up, so things can change quickly
• You are collaborative - we want to work well together, within the finance team, and with all our partners across the company
• You are detail-oriented - we will be ticking, tying, and footing all of our numbers
• You are a strong communicator - we have a lot to do, and we will need to stay aligned on goals, deadlines, and priorities
• You are good at time and expectation management - we have a lot to do, but we are also all human beings! Let's be honest with each other about what can be done in a day
• You are humble, curious, and kind - we are all on this journey together. Let's treat each other with respect and open minds

Need to Have:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance with a minimum of 3-5 years of relevant accounting experience
• A strong understanding of retail accounting and inventory costing

Nice to Have:

• Certified Public Accountant preferred

Some Benefits and Perks of Working At Pair:

• Health, vision and dental insurance
• Generous vacation policies
• Competitive salaries with equity opportunities
• Retirement savings plan options
• Free eyewear (plus discounts for family and friends)
• NYC dog friendly office with flexible hybrid work options
  

At Pair, we carefully consider a wide range of factors when determining compensation. These considerations can cause your compensation to vary. The pay range for this position is expected to be between $87,000 - $144,000 and will depend on your skills, qualifications, and experience. Additionally, this role might be eligible for discretionary short-term and long-term incentives. We encourage all interested candidates to apply.