Blank Street

Senior Accountant

Blank Street$90K — $110K *
Finance & Insurance
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
  • 3+ years of accounting experience, ideally in public accounting and retail/hospitality environments
  • CPA qualification preferred
  • Strong understanding of US GAAP & IFRS accounting principles
  • Experience with NetSuite or similar ERP systems
  • Familiarity with Coupa or similar billing software
  • Proficient in Microsoft Excel (including VLOOKUPS and Pivot Tables)
  • Ability to independently solve problems and communicate effectively

Responsibilities

  • Manage US accounts reporting and intercompany accounting for international entities
  • Collaborate on month-end close processes and ensure balance sheet integrity
  • Support daily accounting operations and vendor payment processes
  • Develop and enhance accounting policies, controls, and processes
  • Partner with internal and external stakeholders for tax and audit deliverables
  • Perform ad-hoc financial analysis and research as needed

Benefits

  • Equity package
  • 15 days of paid annual leave (plus company holidays and sick time)
  • Three health plan options with full coverage for two tiers
  • Commuter benefits available
  • Parental leave offered
  • Bereavement leave policy
  • Access to free coffee, matcha, and other drinks through the Regulars program
  • Regular team outings to enhance camaraderie
Full Job Description
We9re looking for a Senior Accountant who is excited to help scale Blank Street9s US accounting function with rigor, structure, and strong ownership. If you thrive in detail-heavy, execution-focused environments and take pride in keeping financial records accurate, timely, and compliant, this role is for you. You9ll own core accounting workflows including month-end close, balance sheet reconciliations, and statutory reporting, while strengthening processes that support a fast-moving, growing business. You9ll also partner closely with Finance, Operations, People, and external parties as a go-to resource for accounting execution, audit support, supplier queries, and process improvement. This in-person role is based in our Brooklyn, NY office and reports to the Director of Finance.
Who We9re Looking For
  • Bachelor9s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
  • 3+ years of accounting experience, preferably in a mix of public accounting and retail or hospitality environment in the US
  • Qualification (CPA) preferred
  • Strong understanding of both US GAAP & IFRS accounting principles and financial reporting
  • Experience with NetSuite or similar ERP system
  • Experience with Coupa or similar billing and invoicing accounting software
  • Proficiency in Microsoft suite of products, particularly Excel (VLOOKUPS and Pivot Tables at a minimum)
  • Ability to identify and solve problems and clearly communicate solutions
  • Ability to work independently own deliverable timelines and communicate workstream issues
  • Approaches work with a team mindset and understands the importance of cross-functional communication
What You9ll Own
  • Manage US accounts reporting and intercompany accounting across international entities
    • Prepare timely, accurate and complete monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements
    • Research, calculate, and document areas of significant judgement and estimates, including emerging or complex accounting treatments
    • Own intercompany journals and reconciliations between entities
  • Collaborate on period-end close and balance sheet integrity
    • Perform period-end close of the general ledger, including preparation and posting of journal entries and accruals
    • Reconcile balance sheet accounts and maintain supporting schedules
  • Support day-to-day accounting operations and vendor payments
    • Provide operational support, including reviewing invoices and resolving vendor issues
    • Oversee timely and accurate vendor and expense payment processing in line with contractual terms and internal policies and procedures
  • Build and improve accounting policies, controls, and processes
    • Develop and maintain documentation for key accounting policies and procedures, including internal controls
    • Proactively evaluate and implement improvements to processes and procedures
  • Partner on tax and audit deliverables
    • Liaise with internal and external partners to support timely preparation of quarterly and annual tax filings (for example sales, use, property, corporate, payroll) across multiple jurisdictions
    • Support annual audit and quarterly review processes with external auditors
  • Deliver ad-hoc analysis and research
    • Perform ad-hoc research and analysis using information from various systems
Benefits & Perks

  • $90,000 - $110,000 annual base salary
    • Blank Street, in good faith, believes that the posted salary range is accurate for this role at the time of posting. Our salaries are rooted in the desire to pay competitively relative to our organization size and industry, reflecting just one part of the total compensation package. Additional components include equity, healthcare benefits, paid time off and various work perks (commuter benefits, free coffee). Details will be discussed during the interview process. Blank Street may pay more or less than the posted range based on factors such as relevant experience and skills, qualifications and location, among others. This range may be modified in the future.
  • Equity package
  • 15 days of paid annual leave (on top of company-observed holidays and sick time)
  • Three health plan options, with full coverage available for two employee-only tiers
  • Commuter benefits
  • Parental leave
  • Bereavement leave
  • Exclusive access to our coveted Regulars program - yes, that means free coffee, matcha and more!
  • Regular social outings with the team
  • Free Blank Street swag

About Blank Street

Blank Street is a financial services company that provides a range of investment banking, securities, and investment management services to a diversified client base that includes corporations, financial institutions, governments, and individuals. The company was founded in 1869 and is headquartered in New York City. Blank Street is one of the largest investment banks in the world and is known for its role in the development of the modern financial system. The company has a strong reputation for innovation and has been involved in many of the most significant financial transactions of the past century.
Learn more about Blank Street
Size
100 employees
Industry
Net Income
$10 billion
5 Year Trend
+5%
Revenue
$35.9 billion
NASDAQ

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