Lead Accountant

Wellfit Technologies

$110K — $125K *
Legal & Accounting
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA preferred.
  • 7+ years in public accounting or 5+ years in high-growth corporate accounting; a blend of both is ideal.
  • Hands-on experience across the entire accounting lifecycle.
  • Strong knowledge of revenue recognition under ASC 606 and complex contract accounting.
  • Proficient with 1099 processing and filing, and software capitalization.

Responsibilities

  • Lead month-end and year-end close processes efficiently and accurately.
  • Manage key accounting activities like journal entries, reconciliations, and cash accounting.
  • Oversee 1099 processing, ensuring compliance and accuracy.
  • Support revenue accounting and analyze complex transactions for GAAP alignment.
  • Deliver financial and variance analyses to support leadership decisions.
  • Enhance accounting procedures for automation and compliance.
  • Collaborate to build scalable accounting infrastructure across business units.

Benefits

  • Flexible hybrid work model with 3 days/week in-office in Dallas.
  • Comprehensive healthcare benefits including medical, dental, and vision.
  • Generous paid time off policy for work-life balance.
  • Competitive salary with bonus eligibility and 401(k) matching.
  • Opportunity for growth within a profitable fintech company.
Full Job Description
Lead Accountant
As we continue to scale, we're seeking a strategic and detail-driven Lead Accountant to own critical elements of our financial operations. This high-impact role will partner directly with accounting, finance, and business leadership to drive financial clarity, operational efficiency, compliance, and scalable processes - paving the way for Wellfit's continued growth and market expansion.

What You'll Own
• Lead and support month-end and year-end close processes with speed, accuracy, and audit readiness.
• Own key accounting activities including journal entries, reconciliations, accruals, prepaid expenses, fixed assets, AR/AP workflows, invoice management, and cash-related accounting.
• Manage 1099 processing and filing, ensuring accurate vendor records, timely preparation, and compliance with reporting requirements.
• Support revenue accounting activities, including revenue share arrangements, customer contracts, and revenue recognition considerations under ASC 606.
• Analyze complex accounting transactions and recommend appropriate accounting treatment in alignment with GAAP, internal policies, and business needs.
• Deliver financial reporting, account analysis, and variance analysis that support leadership decision-making.
• Support cash flow forecasting and optimization across multiple business units.
• Partner with FP&A, operations, and business stakeholders to build and maintain scalable accounting infrastructure.
• Support software capitalization processes, including internal-use software accounting and CapEx treatment related to developer hours, where applicable.
• Continuously refine accounting procedures to support automation, scalability, documentation, internal controls, and best-in-class compliance.
• Interface directly with external auditors and help drive successful audit outcomes.
• Support tax, audit, and compliance-related documentation as needed.

What You Bring
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; CPA preferred.
• 7+ years of public accounting experience or 5+ years in a high-growth corporate accounting environment; a hybrid of both is ideal.
• Hands-on experience across the full accounting lifecycle, including close, reconciliations, journal entries, AR/AP, cash management, purchasing, and expense control.
• Experience with revenue recognition, ASC 606, revenue share arrangements, or complex customer/vendor contract accounting strongly preferred.
• Proven ability to analyze complex accounting transactions and recommend appropriate accounting treatment.
• Experience with 1099 processing and filing strongly preferred.
• Experience with software capitalization, internal-use software accounting, fixed assets, or CapEx treatment related to developer hours preferred.
• Expertise with NetSuite or similar ERP platforms.
• Deep fluency in GAAP, internal controls, financial compliance, and audit support.
• Exceptional analytical skills and a proactive approach to process improvement.
• Strong attention to detail, ownership mentality, and ability to manage recurring deadlines independently.
• A collaborative spirit with strong interpersonal and communication abilities.

Nice to Have
• Experience in SaaS, fintech, healthcare technology, payments, or other high-growth technology environments.
• Prior experience supporting audits, tax documentation, or compliance-related accounting workflows.
• Exposure to automation, accounting process improvement, or ERP optimization.
• CPA or CPA-track background.

Why Wellfit?
• Make an Impact: Your work will directly shape the financial backbone of one of the most innovative healthcare fintech companies in the U.S.
• Work Flexibly: Hybrid model based in Dallas with 3 days/week in-office.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Full medical, dental, vision, and generous PTO.
• Invest in Your Future: Competitive salary, bonus eligibility, and 401(k) matching.
• Fast-Growth Environment: A rare opportunity to grow with a profitable fintech platform on a national trajectory.

$110,000 - $125,000 a year

Alongside a competitive annual bonus, we offer a 401(k) with up to a 4% match, generous paid time off, and comprehensive healthcare benefits.

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