Senior Corporate Accountant

Robinhood • Chicago, NY

5d • $70,000 - $105,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

Join us in building the future of finance. Our mission is to democratize finance for all. An estimated $124 trillion of assets will be inherited by younger generations in the next two decades. The largest transfer of wealth in human history. If you’re ready to be at the epicenter of this historic cultural and financial shift, keep reading. About the team + role We are building an elite team, applying frontier technologies to the world’s biggest financial problems. We’re looking for bold thinkers. Sharp problem-solvers. Builders who are wired to make an impact. Robinhood isn’t a place for complacency, it’s where ambitious people do the best work of their careers. We’re a high-performing, fast-moving team with ethics at the center of everything we do. Expectations are high, and so are the rewards. Robinhood is looking for a skilled Senior Corporate Accountant to join our rapidly growing Accounting team. We are seeking driven individuals who thrive in a fast-paced environment and can manage multiple priorities – a self-starter who can work independently but who is also a good team-player. This individual will need to be able to pick things up quickly and be able to meet deadlines with multiple tasks. This role can be based in our Menlo Park, CA, New York, NY, or Chicago, IL office with in-person attendance expected at least 3 days per week. At Robinhood, we believe in the power of in-person work to accelerate progress, spark innovation, and strengthen community. Our office experience is intentional, energizing, and designed to fully support high-performing teams.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting
• 3-5 years of total experience
• Understanding of GAAP standards
• Strong analytical and organizational skills
• Strong technical knowledge and practical application of ASC 842 (leases)
• Experience with process improvement and proficiency with spreadsheets
• Hands-on experience in the financial close process (preferred)
• Experience with foreign entity accounting (preferred)

Nice To Haves

• Experience with system implementation (preferred)
• Experience with process improvement and proficiency with spreadsheets
• Hands-on experience in the financial close process (preferred)
• Experience with foreign entity accounting (preferred)

Responsibilities

• Oversee month-end close activities, including the preparation of journal entries, account reconciliations and supporting schedules for all lease related accounts to ensure compliance with ASC 842
• Oversee month-end close activities, including the preparation of journal entries, account reconciliations and supporting schedules for all internally developed software capitalization related accounts to ensure compliance with ASC 350
• Analyze and explain monthly balance sheet and income statement fluctuations and variances
• Establish formal GL closing and other accounting process procedures
• Assist with compiling year-end external audit requests
• Research important accounting issues and suggest the best practices and applications in accordance with accounting standards
• Assist team with any ad hoc research, clean-up, reporting projects
• Work with various departments to streamline data flow and processes

Benefits

• Challenging, high-impact work to grow your career.
• Performance-driven compensation with multipliers for outsized impact, bonus programs, equity ownership, and 401(k) matching.
• Best-in-class benefits to fuel your work, including 100% paid health insurance for employees with 90% coverage for dependents.
• Lifestyle wallet — a highly flexible benefits spending account for wellness, learning, and more.
• Employer-paid life & disability insurance, fertility benefits, and mental health benefits.
• Time off to recharge including company holidays, paid time off, sick time, parental leave, and more!
• Exceptional office experience with catered meals, events, and comfortable workspaces.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level