Senior Accountant

A home is the biggest investment most people make, and yet, it doesn't come with a manual. That's why we're building the only app homeowners need to effortlessly manage their homes ?" knowing what to do, when to do it, and who to hire. With Thumbtack, millions of people care for what matters most, and pros earn billions of dollars through our platform. And as one of the fastest-growing companies in a $600B+ industry ?" we must be doing something right.

We are driven by a common goal and the deep satisfaction that comes from knowing our work supports local economies, helps small businesses grow, and brings homeowners peace of mind. We're seeking people who continually put our purpose first: advocating for pros and customers, embracing change, and choosing teamwork every day.

At Thumbtack, we're creating a new era of home care. If making an impact and the chance to do good inspires you, join us. Imagine what we'll build together.

Thumbtack by the Numbers

• Available nationwide in every U.S. county
• 80 million projects started on Thumbtack
• 10 million 5-star reviews and counting
• Pros earn billions on our platform
• 1000+ employees
• $3.2 billion valuation (June, 2021)

About the Accounting Team

The Accounting Team is a group of curious and hardworking individuals who are involved in all aspects of the business, ensuring we properly capture, account for, and record all the activities that occur as they occur. In addition to our high standards for our financials, we are a team that is deeply committed to enabling innovation within the company while following sound policies, procedures and controls.

About the Role

The Senior Accountant will play a key role in ensuring the integrity of our financial records and in developing scalable and sustainable processes as the business grows. In this role, you will be exposed to a variety of areas, including but not limited to day to day corporate operations, month end close process, variance analysis, key controls and more. You will work cross-functionally across the organization in a detail-oriented environment where creative problem-solving is highly valued.

Responsibilities

• Perform month-end close procedures and ensure financials are in accordance with GAAP, compliance with SOX requirements and maintain effective internal controls
• Prepare month-end journal entries, balance sheet reconciliations and supporting schedules, and interact with FP&A team on various analysis
• Responsible for timely statutory filings, such as but not limited to, SF Payroll Tax, Delaware Franchise Tax and Sales and Use tax returns
• Support AP Process and T&E expense reporting
• Assist with implementing and maintaining accounting policies and procedures
• Perform ad hoc analysis and projects as needed
• Proactively identify issues, drive continuous improvement, optimize and automate processes/systems

What you'll need

If you don't think you meet all of the criteria below but still are interested in the job, please apply. Nobody checks every box, and we're looking for someone excited to join the team.

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related degree and 3+ years of relevant accounting experience
• Strong knowledge of U.S GAAP and SOX
• Highly proficient in Excel and proficiency in Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, etc.)
• Enthusiastic, upbeat, and positive with the ability to work in a fast-paced, collaborative startup environment with changing priorities
• Strong attention to detail, organized, and high level and ability to research discrepancies and solve problems
• Amazing communications and collaboration skills with both accounting and non-finance teams

Bonus points if you have

• Experience working for a tech, high-growth and public company a plus
• Previous experience working with or administering financial systems (NetSuite, Coupa, and FloQast)
• Experience with audit and financial close

Thumbtack is a virtual-first company, meaning you can live and work from any one of our approved locations across the United States, Canada or the Philippines.* Learn more about our virtual-first working model here.

#LI-Remote

• Virtual-first working model coupled with in-person events
• 20 company-wide holidays including a week-long end-of-year company shutdown
• Libraries (optional use collaboration & connection hubs) in San Francisco and Salt Lake City
• WiFi reimbursements
• Cell phone reimbursements (North America)
• Employee Assistance Program for mental health and well-being

Learn More About Us

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• How Thumbtack is embracing virtual work
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• Meet the pros who inspire us

Thumbtack embraces diversity. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and do not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, color, age, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, military or veteran status, genetic information, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, provincial, state, or local law. We also will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records, consistent with applicable law.

Thumbtack is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation for a medical condition or disability during any part of the application process, please contact: recruitingops@thumbtack.com.

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