Senior Accountant
Quick answer
GiveWell is hiring a remote Senior Accountant paying $123k-$135.5k to manage revenue reconciliation and grants recognition while helping build an efficient, scalable finance function.
- Role
- Senior Accountant
- Organization
- GiveWell
- Location
- Remote (US, Canada, UK)
- Work setup
- Remote
- Level
- Senior
- Compensation
- $135,500 for NYC/SF Bay Area; $123,000 for other US locations; international salary based on historical exchange rates.
- Category
- Finance & Administration
The role
GiveWell is seeking a Senior Accountant to manage complex accounting tasks, with a specific focus on revenue reconciliation and grants recognition. This role will serve as a key member of a growing finance team, contributing to process improvements and mentoring junior staff as the organization scales. The position offers significant flexibility with a fully remote work model and the opportunity to support a mission-driven research organization.
What you'll do
- Own revenue reconciliation across multiple payment platforms.
- Prepare quarterly grants reconciliation from general ledger to grants database.
- Assist with complex close processes including investments and lease amortization.
- Support financial audit and tax compliance, including Form 990 preparation.
- Mentor staff accountants and drive finance process improvements.
What it takes
- 4+ years of professional financial/accounting experience.
- Licensed CPA.
- Experience with US-based non-profit fund accounting.
- Expert-level Microsoft Excel proficiency.
- Demonstrated experience supporting financial audits and preparing 990s.
What you'll bring
How we treat you
Fully funded health, dental, vision, and life insurance; 4 weeks PTO plus summer break; 16 weeks paid parental leave; 403(b) retirement plan with 5% employer contribution; ergonomic home workstation support.
Frequently asked questions
Is this position remote?
Yes, this is a fully remote role eligible to team members based in the United States, Canada, or the United Kingdom.
What is the compensation for this role?
The salary is $135,500 for candidates in NYC or the San Francisco Bay Area, and $123,000 for all other US locations, with international pay adjusted via historical exchange rates.
How do I apply for this position?
You can apply through the job portal by completing the application questions; a cover letter is not required as the field has been disabled.
What are the primary qualifications required?
The role requires 4+ years of accounting experience, a CPA license, proficiency in US non-profit fund accounting, and expert Excel skills.
How to apply
Apply directly on GiveWell's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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