Staff Accountant
Later
Later is the enterprise leader in social media and influencer marketing software, services, and data, trusted by leading brands and agencies worldwide. Following our acquisition of Mavely, the Everyday Influencer Platform®, Later enables brands to scale creator partnerships from nano to premium influencers while managing social media content and campaigns across all major social and affiliate networks. Through proprietary performance data, marketing leaders can drive attributable sales and optimize social commerce with our software platform or award-winning services.
Later is founded on two success stories that began in 2014: Mavrck, the industry-leading influencer marketing solution (now Later Influence™), and Later, the best social media management platform (now Later Social™) and first-to-market link in bio tool, Later Link in Bio. In 2024, Mavrck and Later officially joined together as one unified business, with a shared vision: to enable the world to make a living with their creativity.
We’re trusted by the top social platforms, with partnerships and integrations with Meta, TikTok, X/Twitter, LinkedIn, YouTube, and Pinterest.
We enable marketers to create high-performing content and engage in authentic collaborations with creators to reach new audiences, drive engagement, and generate predictable ROI.
Staff Accountant
(Boston/Chicago Hubs)
Reports to: Accounting Manager
About this position:
The Staff Accountant will be responsible for maintaining and updating the company’s accounting records and files, ensuring the accuracy and integrity of the company’s financial systems and reports, and ensuring compliance with the company’s internal controls. The ideal candidate will have a strong knowledge of US generally accepted accounting principles. The Staff Accountant will support the company’s day-to-day accounting operations, including but not limited to bank transactions, account reconciliations, payroll entries, and other general ledger transactions, working closely with accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and FP&A, as well as cross-functionally with other Later team members.
What you'll be doing:
General Ledger
- Complete various aspects of the Company’s monthly financial close within strict close timetables (areas including, but not limited to, revenue and deferred revenue, leases, intercompany accounting, prepaids, payroll journal entries, and others)
- Prepare journal entries with clear and accurate supporting documentation
- Prepare and reconcile all bank transactions
- Prepare monthly balance sheet reconciliations on a timely basis for a variety of general ledger accounts
- Provide thoughtful commentary on monthly financial variance analysis
- Perform ad hoc financial analysis and special projects as needed
Internal Controls
- Work closely with the Accounting Manager and Senior Accounting Manager to develop, maintain and document internal control policies and procedures
- Review and recommend process improvements related to accounting systems and procedures as tasks are performed
Audit and Risk Management
- Assist with external audits to ensure timely and successful delivery of audit results
- Identify, communicate, and help mitigate any accounting, statutory, or financial reporting risks as they arise
Internal Collaboration
- Partner with cross functional teams including FP&A, Legal, and People teams to investigate variances, identify and resolve process inefficiencies, and expedite resolution of issues
- Respond to internal inquiries regarding accounting matters, entity compliance, and payment status
- Support other Finance team members with ad hoc projects and requests
What we are looking for:
We are committed to building an inclusive, supportive place for you to do the best and most rewarding work of your career. If you identify with any of the following, we encourage you to apply!
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field; CPA or equivalent certification strongly preferred
- Minimum of 2-3 years of accounting experience required, public accounting experience preferred
- Strong technical knowledge of U.S. generally accepted accounting principles, including revenue recognition and others
- Experience in the SaaS or technology industry is highly desirable
- Strong accounting systems experience; NetSuite experience preferred
- Intermediate to advanced Excel skills required
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment establishing priorities and managing multiple tasks and demands
- Strong written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills, with the ability to work effectively across departments
Our approach to compensation:
We take a market-based & data-driven approach to compensation. We leverage data from trusted third-party compensation sources to help us understand the market value of a role based on function, level, geographic location, and scope. We evaluate compensation bi-annually, including performance and market-related factors.
Our salaries are benchmarked against market Total Cash Compensation for the geographic location of our job posting. Compensation for some roles is structured as On Target Earnings (OTE = base + commission/variable) while for others it is structured as Salary only.
To comply with local legislation and ensure transparency, we share salary ranges on all job postings. Skills, experience and other factors help determine the final salary we offer, which may vary from the original range posted.
Additionally, all permanent team members are granted stock options and are eligible to participate in various benefits plans as part of their overall compensation package.
Some perks of being on our team:
- Flexible PTO: We want you to take the time off when you want or need to recharge!
- Learning & Development: We provide growth opportunities through training, coaching, mentorship programs, and workshops.
- Healthcare: Our comprehensive benefits package includes health, dental, vision, STD & LTD, 401k contribution plans (US-based employees), and an Employee and Family Assistance Program to support the well-being of you and your family.
- Employee Resource Groups: Belonging is an important part of doing your best work. These ERGs provide support and community for employees.
Diversity, inclusion, and accessibility
We value diversity of thought; we are committed to creating a diverse environment and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All applications will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, or age. Please let us know if you require any accommodations or support during the recruitment process.
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Where we work
We have offices in Boston, MA; Vancouver, BC; Chicago, IL; and Vancouver, WA. For select positions, we are open to hiring fully remote candidates. We post our positions in the location(s) where we are open to having the successful candidate be located.
Diversity, inclusion, and accessibility
At Later, we are committed to fostering a culture rooted in an inclusion-first mindset at every level of the company, embracing the importance of hiring and building teams for culture add rather than culture fit. We openly build and maintain unbiased hiring, pay, and promotion practices to create a foundation for an equitable workplace, paving the way for systemic change.
We are committed to creating a diverse environment and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All applications will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, or age. Please let us know if you require any accommodations or support during the recruitment process.