Description

Position Summary

As our new senior accountant you will be responsible for the preparation of SEC and other financial regulatory filings, including Form 10-Q, 10-K and selected 8-Ks as well as documentation of technical accounting matters. Responsibilities include participation in the monthly close process, preparation of cash flow, equity rollforwards, stock compensation accounting, preparation of technical accounting memos, preparation of journal entries, accounting calculation and account reconciliations. In addition, you will review journal entries and account reconciliations performed by others and be expected to stay apprised of new accounting guidance. In this role you will work across the team to streamline processes and spearhead an environment of continuous improvement, initiate and support cross-functional initiatives to improve efficiency or effectiveness of the department (working with HR, treasury, tax, FP&A and operations to ensure accuracy and completeness in accounting and related financial reporting disclosures). There will be close coordination and collaboration with internal and external auditors to fulfill audit requests.

Key Responsibilities

Prepare journal entries, account reconciliations, bridges, roll-forwards, journal entries, supporting schedules, ad hoc analyses, and regular ongoing management reports
Assist with cash forecasting, debt compliance, and other treasury related tasks
Maintain compliance with policies and procedures, SOX controls, and US GAAP (develop and update SOX controls as necessary)
Perform month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close responsibilities to meet due dates
Support the team with preparing and filing SEC reporting documents using Workiva
Assist with process improvements and implement best practices to enhance the effectiveness and efficiency of processes and controls
Assist with the development and implementation of new policies and procedures and enhancements to existing policies and procedures as necessary including the development of an accounting manual
Coordinate and collaborate with internal and external auditors and fulfill audit document requests

Experience & Personal Attributes We’re Looking For:

BA in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration or related field
Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
Minimum of 2-3 years of relevant work experience
Exceptional organizational skills
Ability to monitor and interpret US GAAP and SEC guidance
Drive required changes to SEC financial reports and other regulatory filings
Effective communication skills - written and oral
Ability to collect, organize and analyze data
Ability to identify patterns, anomalies, and lessons in numeric results
Creative problem-solving skills
Exceptional prioritization skills, and the flexibility to pivot and adjust to surprise developments
Ability to thrive in an ever-evolving work environment
Ability to effectively manage multiple tasks/projects/plans simultaneously
A careful, conscientious, meticulous approach to your work
Proficiency with accounting software (NetSuite, Workiva, FloQast preferred but not required)
Proficient user of Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Power BI)

Compensation & Benefits

Competitive base compensation plus bonus and equity
Competitive health and wellness benefits
Benefits and Perks: At Katapult, there's a lot more to consider than just base pay! We pride ourselves in offering an above-market total compensation package along with other benefits:
Medical coverage starting at $0.00 cost to you!
Dental & Vision
Flexible Spending Accounts
New Parent Leave
401K (100% company match up to 5% - immediate vesting)
Flexible Paid Vacation and Personal Time Policy - "Unlimited PTO" subject to manager approval
Company-paid life & disability insurance
Employee Assistance Program for personal counseling
Legal Services & more!

About Katapult

Katapult’s mission is simple: Our technology inspires financial possibility. Our vision is to create a world where financial barriers no longer exist by providing disruptive technology that empowers and simplifies the shopping experience.

Our values speak volumes about how we operate. We enhance the lives of our employees, customers, and retail partners by providing transparent, innovative and empowering financial products.

We achieve extraordinary results through commitment, integrity and teamwork. We create opportunities for success and growth everyday. Inclusion is in our DNA, together we are stronger. We persevere, we work hard, we play hard, we win big.

Katapult is transforming the world of lease-to-own with transparent lease-purchase plans that flex to meet the needs of consumers who are overlooked by traditional credit. With proprietary artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) risk-modeling technology, Katapult predicts consumer behavior more accurately than traditional credit scores - providing new paths to ownership for people and new customers for omnichannel retailers. Katapult ensures exceptional experiences with seamless integration, both directly with merchants and through ecommerce platforms, and award-winning customer service.

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