Accounting Lead

Tribe AI

. Own the accounting function end to end, including monthly close, revenue recognition, client billing, and financial reporting .

Posted 10/2/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in end-to-end accounting functions, including month-end close, revenue recognition under ASC 606, and payroll management across multiple countries. Proficient in using modern cloud accounting systems and managing compliance with financial regulations.

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End-To-End Month-End Close ExperienceASC 606 Revenue RecognitionMulti-Country Payroll AccountingCloud Accounting/ERP Systems (NetSuite, Sage Intacct)CPA or Public Accounting Foundation

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Hard Skills

Financial ReportingBank ReconciliationAccrualsStock-Based Compensation AccountingLease Entries Under ASC 842Deferred Revenue RollforwardQuarterly Sales Commissions CalculationAnnual Tax Return Package ManagementChart of Accounts Maintenance409A Valuation Process

Soft Skills

Process BuildingClear CommunicationCollaboration with Non-Finance Partners

Tools & Technologies

Spend-Management ToolsAI ToolsExpense Platforms

Certifications & Qualifications

CPA

Industry Keywords

Financial ComplianceRevenue RecognitionPayroll ManagementEquity AdministrationTax Compliance

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

CloudERP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Own the accounting function end to end, including monthly close, revenue recognition, client billing, and financial reporting
Run bank and card reconciliations, accruals, prepaids, depreciation, and balance sheet reconciliations
Book stock-based compensation, lease entries under ASC 842, and FX revaluation on foreign balances
Own the close calendar, review journal entries, and improve close speed
Own revenue recognition and deferred revenue rollforward under ASC 606
Issue client invoices and review billable amounts, milestones, and hours with account leads
Resolve invoicing exceptions and review new contracts for billing and revenue-recognition treatment
Manage accounts receivable and follow up on aged balances
Run bi-weekly payroll across US and international entities and for external contractors
Review and pay external contractors; onboard contractors and manage W-9/W-8BEN collection and payment setup
Calculate and process quarterly sales commissions and bonuses
Own 401(k) administration, including deferral funding, compliance testing, and Form 5500
Run weekly payment runs and manage vendor spend postings
Review vendor invoices for prepaid versus expense treatment
Administer corporate cards and expense platform; issue cards and review reimbursements
Manage corporate mail and registered-agent correspondence
Issue new-hire stock grants and prepare board consents
Process terminations, share repurchases, and option exercises
Track 83(b) elections and ISO/NSO status
Run the annual 409A valuation process
Produce month-end financial statements and monthly reporting packages
Manage the annual audit, PBC schedules, and first-year opening balance sheet
Issue annual 1099, W-2, and 1042-S forms
Own the annual tax return package and tax-advisor relationship
Own the compliance calendar, including estimated tax payments, Delaware franchise tax, state registrations, and secretary of state filings
Maintain the chart of accounts and conduct periodic finance-system access reviews

Requirements

What you’ll need

5–8 years of progressive accounting experience
End-to-end month-end close experience, ideally at a fast-growing company
Hands-on ASC 606 experience with services or project-based revenue, including time and materials, milestones, and deferred revenue
Working knowledge of ASC 842 and stock-based compensation accounting
Experience with multi-country payroll accounting and multi-currency balances
Experience running payroll end to end
Comfortable owning equity and benefits administration
Fluency with modern cloud accounting/ERP systems such as NetSuite or Sage Intacct
Experience with spend-management tools
CPA or public accounting foundation is a plus
Uses AI tools in daily work
Ability to build processes, document work, and communicate clearly with non-finance partners

Benefits

Comp & perks

Profitable company
Opportunity to build the accounting function during a period of hyperscale growth
Monthly reporting package goes directly to the CEO