Staff Accountant
Quick answer
GiveWell is hiring a remote Staff Accountant (US, Canada, or UK-based) paying $102,500-$113,000 to manage operational accounting and support the organization's financial growth.
- Role
- Staff Accountant
- Organization
- GiveWell
- Location
- Remote (US, Canada, UK)
- Work setup
- Remote
- Level
- Mid
- Compensation
- $113,000 for NYC/SF Bay Area; $102,500 for other U.S. locations/International
- Category
- Finance & Administration
The role
GiveWell is seeking a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to manage essential transactional and operational accounting functions as the organization scales. The role involves overseeing accounts payable, month-end close procedures, bank reconciliations, and supporting annual audit compliance. You will work closely with the Controller to build out an in-house finance team and act as the primary point of contact for staff inquiries. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to a mission-driven research organization with full remote flexibility.
What you'll do
- Own end-to-end accounts payable and employee expense processes.
- Support month-end and quarterly financial close procedures.
- Execute and optimize monthly bank reconciliation workflows.
- Triage and resolve finance-related inquiries from staff.
- Assist with annual audit and 990 preparation.
What it takes
- 2+ years of financial or accounting experience.
- Proficiency with common accounting software such as Sage Intacct or Bill.com.
- Advanced Excel skills, including pivot tables and complex formulas.
- Proven experience supporting financial audits and compliance.
- Strong communication skills and attention to detail.
What you'll bring
How we treat you
Fully funded health, dental, vision, and life insurance for US employees and dependents; 4 weeks PTO plus annual summer break; 16 weeks paid parental leave; 5% automatic 403(b) contribution; ergonomic home workstation support.
Frequently asked questions
Is this position remote?
Yes, this role is fully remote. While GiveWell has offices in Oakland and Brooklyn, you are not required to work from them.
What is the compensation for this role?
The salary is $113,000 for candidates in NYC or the San Francisco Bay Area, and $102,500 for all other locations.
What qualifications are required?
You need at least 2 years of accounting experience, strong Excel proficiency, and experience with accounts payable and audit compliance processes.
How do I apply for this position?
You can apply by submitting an application via the GiveWell website. A cover letter is not required, as they only need you to answer the specific application questions provided.
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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