Step's mission is to improve the financial future of the next generation. Millions of people use our banking and borrowing products to manage, build, and grow their money. Now that we're part of Beast Industries – the company behind MrBeast – we're poised for a new phase of growth to deliver financial literacy and tools at massive scale.
Step is seeking an Accounting Manager, to play an impactful role on the finance team. This is the first dedicated accounting hire who will report directly to the Step Controller. You will own the month end close while driving key accounting initiatives, projects and process improvements shaping the future of the accounting function.
This is a high-visibility and high-ownership role. You are self-sufficient, decisive, and ready to operate within a world class finance team in a fast-scaling fintech.
Responsibilities- Own the full-cycle close - set and manage the close calendar, prepare and review journal entries, accruals, and account reconciliations, and ensure timely and accurate period-end close on a monthly, quarterly, and annual basis
- Lead the external audit, serving as primary point of contact for auditors and manage PBC lists and inquiries
- Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements with complete flux and variance analysis
- Support the team on critical accounting projects, such as Step’s Quickbooks to Netsuite migration or new product launches
- Implement, and maintain corporate accounting policies, internal controls, and scalable process documentation
- Drive automation and process improvement initiatives across the accounting function, leveraging the full tech stack to reduce manual work and increase accuracy
- Review and provide quality oversight on work prepared by junior team members and outsourced accounting partners
- Partner cross-functionally with other departments on a variety of projects or requests
- 5–7 years of accounting experience, with a mix of public and private preferred
- CPA designation (or CPA candidate) with proven understanding of U.S. GAAP
- You've owned a full-cycle close independently
- Tech proficiency across NetSuite (required) and ideally QBO, Ramp, and Airbase
- Strong analytical and problem solving skills
- You’re an incredible teammate with a positive attitude and mindset
- You've reviewed & overseen the work of others, whether junior staff, offshore teams, or outsourced partners
- You’re highly organized, proactive and comfortable operating autonomously in a fast-paced, high-growth environment
- Advanced Microsoft Excel/Google Sheets skills, with the ability to manipulate and digest mass amounts of data
- Strong communicator with interpersonal skills to engage effectively with internal stakeholders and external partners
- Knowledge of and/or experience in the banking and payments industry
- SQL and Looker experience
We stand for the side hustlers, the creators, the freelancers, and the investors — people who are not afraid to take on challenges, especially when it comes to their finances. Step is focused on disrupting the banking industry by delivering a differentiated, mobile-first consumer experience, and we operate like the customers we serve: customer obsessed, acting as owners, moving with urgency, and breaking the norm.
Step is a wholly owned subsidiary of Beast Industries, the media and entertainment company founded by Jimmy Donaldson (MrBeast), the most-watched person in the world. Beast Industries spans digital media, consumer products, philanthropy, and new ventures, with an audience reach no consumer company has ever had — and Step is tasked with turning that reach into financial literacy and tools for the next generation at massive scale. With Beast's distribution and brand behind it, Step is positioned to scale significantly over the next 12 months, and joining now means helping shape that trajectory from the inside.
Come work with us!Step is a remote-first company building banking for the next generation. We offer competitive compensation and stock options, generous medical, dental, vision, and company-paid life insurance, a 401k plan with Safe Harbor company matching, a flexible vacation policy and paid company holidays, 12 weeks paid parental leave with flexible return to work, and a company-provided technology package. If you're looking to join a fast-growing company with a strong mission and vision that puts people first, we want to meet you!
Step is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
Step is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities throughout the application and interview process. If you need an accommodation, please let us know at [email protected] and we'll work with you to provide appropriate support.
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