Webflow

Senior Technical Accountant

Webflow$129K — $155K *
US-AnywhereRemote in United States
Legal & Accounting
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of public accounting experience, preferably from Big Four firms
  • Active CPA license with fluency in US GAAP
  • Experience with financial statement preparation
  • Knowledge of both private and public company reporting standards
  • Proven ability to work cross-functionally and communicate effectively
  • Experience with systems like NetSuite and Workiva
  • Openness to embracing emerging technologies and AI

Responsibilities

  • Own compliance for complex technical accounting areas, including stock-based compensation and leases
  • Manage the month-end close process by preparing calculations and booking journal entries
  • Prepare detailed quarterly and annual financial statements and supporting documentation
  • Research and document accounting positions for complex transactions and new standards
  • Collaborate with internal teams and auditors for financial walkthroughs
  • Identify and implement process improvements and operational efficiencies
  • Support the development and testing of internal controls

Benefits

  • Equity ownership in the company through RSUs
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and dependents
  • 12 weeks of paid parental leave and additional leave for birthing parents
  • Flexible vacation time, paid holidays, and a sabbatical program
  • Access to mental health resources and therapy
  • 401(k) plan with 100% employer match up to $6,000/year in the U.S.
  • Monthly stipends for wellness and work expenses
  • Eligibility for annual WIN bonus program for full-time employees
Full Job Description
We9re looking for a Senior Technical Accountant to own the positions behind Webflow9s most complex accounting - stock-based compensation, capitalized commissions, internally developed software, intangibles, and leases - and translate dense guidance into clear, defensible conclusions the business can act on. Partnering with Accounting, FP&A, Legal, People, and our external auditors, you9ll deliver audit-ready financial statements and build the scalable close and reporting processes that carry Webflow toward strategic readiness.
About the role:
  • Location: Remote-first (United States)
  • Full-time
  • Permanent
  • Exempt
  • The cash compensation for this role is tailored to align with the cost of labor in different geographic markets. We9ve structured the base pay ranges for this role into zones for our geographic markets, and the specific base pay within the range will be determined by the candidate9s geographic location, job-related experience, knowledge, qualifications, and skills.
    • United States (all figures cited below are in USD and pertain to workers in the United States)
      • Zone A: $129,500 - $155,000
      • Zone B: $121,500 - $146,000
      • Zone C: $113,000 - $136,000

This role is also eligible to participate in Webflow9s company-wide bonus program. Target amounts are a percentage of base salary and vary by career level. Payouts are based on company performance against established financial and operational goals.

Please visit our Careers page for more information on which locations are included in each of our geographic pay zones. However, please confirm the zone for your specific location with your recruiter.
  • Application Information:
    • Application deadline: applications accepted on an ongoing basis until position is closed and filled
    • This posting is for an existing vacancy
  • Reporting to the Senior Manager, Technical Accounting

As a Senior Technical Accountant, you9ll ...
  • Own technical accounting areas such as internally developed software, stock based compensation, equity modifications, intangibles and leases, and ensure their compliance with US GAAP
  • Own month-end close for technical accounting areas, including the preparation of supporting calculations, booking journal entries, performing flux analyses, and reconciling accounts, including driving process improvements to help accelerate the close cycle
  • Prepare quarterly and annual financial statements, including preparation and tie-out of income statement, balance sheet, cash flow statement, statement of stockholders9 equity, footnotes, supporting documentation, and the disclosure checklist.
  • Research, interpret, and document accounting positions for complex transactions and new accounting standards, and partner with internal management and auditors for sign-off.
  • Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, including auditors and cross functional business partners, to perform comprehensive walkthroughs, ensure complete and accurate financials, and timely and compliant reporting.
  • Identify opportunities for process improvements and operational efficiencies and support their implementation.
  • Support in the development and testing of internal controls.
About you:

Requirements:
  • 5+ years of public accounting experience (big four preferred), with a thorough understanding of technical accounting and financial reporting
  • Active CPA license and fluency in US GAAP

You9ll thrive as a Senior Technical Accountant if you:
  • Can translate complex accounting issues into clear, actionable recommendations
  • Are knowledgeable about both private and public company reporting standards
  • Have experience preparing financial statements
  • Demonstrate a proven ability to work cross-functionally
  • Are an effective communicator
  • Can operate independently and thrive in a fast-paced environment
  • Bring experience with NetSuite and Workiva
  • Stay curious and open to growth - demonstrating a proactive embrace of AI, and actively building and applying fluency in emerging technologies to elevate how we work, drive faster outcomes, and expand collective impact.
Our Core Behaviors:
  • Build lasting customer trust. We build trust by taking action that puts customer trust first.
  • Win together. We play to win, and we win as one team. Success at Webflow isn9t a solo act.
  • Reinvent ourselves. We don9t just improve what exists, we imagine what9s possible.
  • Deliver with speed, quality, and craft. We move fast because the moment demands it, and we do so without lowering the bar.
Benefits
  • Ownership in what you help build. Every permanent Webflower receives equity (RSUs) in our growing, privately held company.
  • Health coverage that actually covers you. Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans for full-time employees and their dependents, with Webflow covering most premiums.
  • Support for every stage of family life. 12 weeks of paid parental leave for all parents and 6+ weeks of additional paid leave for birthing parents. Plus inclusive care for family planning, menopause, and midlife transitions.
  • Time off that9s actually off. Flexible vacation, paid holidays, and a sabbatical program to help you recharge and come back inspired.
  • Wellness for the whole you. Access to mental health resources, therapy and coaching.
  • Invest in your future. A 401(k) with 100% employer match (up to $6,000/year) in the U.S., and support for retirement savings globally.
  • Monthly stipends that flex with your life. Localized support for work and wellness expenses - from Wi-Fi to workouts.
  • Bonus for building together. All full-time, permanent, non-commission employees are eligible for our annual WIN bonus program.

Temporary employees may be eligible for paid holiday and time off, statutory leaves of absence, and company-sponsored medical benefits depending on their Fixed Term Contract and their country/state of employment.

About Webflow

Webflow is a web design platform that allows users to create responsive websites without coding. The company was founded in 2013 by Vlad Magdalin, Bryant Chou, and Sergie Magdalin. Webflow's platform includes a drag-and-drop interface, CMS, and hosting services. The company's mission is to empower designers and developers to create beautiful and functional websites without the need for coding skills. Webflow has received funding from various investors, including Accel and Khosla Ventures.
Learn more about Webflow
Size
200 employees
Industry
Founded
2012

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