Staff Accountant

Canoe Intelligence•New York, NY

1d•$90,000 - $110,000•Hybrid

About The Position

We’re looking for a Staff Accountant to join our growing Finance & Operations team and help transition key accounting processes in-house. You’ll own the execution of core workflows — including AP, AR, reconciliations, prepaids, and fixed-asset schedules — and ensure timely, accurate reporting that supports our month-end close. This is a great opportunity for someone who thrives in a high-growth SaaS environment, has strong attention to detail, and enjoys building scalable processes as the company expands. You’ll collaborate closely with Finance, FP&A, and Operations, with meaningful exposure to senior leadership and cross-functional initiatives.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
2–5 years of accounting experience (startup, SaaS, or public + private mix preferred)
Strong knowledge of GAAP and general ledger processes
Proficiency in Excel / Google Sheets (pivot tables, formulas)
Experience with accounting systems (NetSuite, QuickBooks Online, or comparable ERP)
Experience with Bill.com, Ramp,
High attention to detail and organizational skills; able to prioritize in a fast-moving environment
Curiosity and ownership mindset — you enjoy improving processes, not just executing them

Nice To Haves

CPA or CPA-track a plus, but not required

Responsibilities

Manage vendor invoice intake, coding, approvals, and payment scheduling
Maintain accurate vendor records and ensure timely payment processing
Reconcile AP subledger and support accrual entries for month-end
Identify opportunities for automation and process efficiency in AP workflows
Generate and send client invoices in accordance with billing schedules and contracts
Track collections, follow up on outstanding invoices, and manage AR aging
Record cash receipts and apply payments accurately to customer accounts
Partner with Client Success and FP&A to resolve billing questions or discrepancies
Prepare weekly cash reconciliations; monitor incoming and outgoing payments
Maintain accurate accounting of credit-card expenses and reimbursements
Support ERP and payment-system enhancements
Document workflows and assist in standardizing policies for AP/AR cycles
Contribute to cross-functional projects that improve cash-flow visibility and reporting
Assist with journal entries, accruals, and reconciliations tied to AR/AP activity
Partner with external advisors and auditors to ensure documentation and controls are complete
Assist with process improvements and systems integration (ERP, AP automation, etc.)
Provide ad-hoc analysis to support FP&A and leadership reporting
Help streamline the transition from outsourced accounting (Attivo) to a robust in-house function