Accounting Manager

The role

You will own core accounting operations and help scale processes in a high-growth environment. You will work with leadership to build a strong financial foundation.

What you will do

• Manage the month-end close and reporting process.
• Oversee day-to-day accounting operations with a focus on process improvement, scalability, and automation.
• Assist in the design, documentation, and continuous improvement of internal controls and accounting policies.
• Support the year-end financial audit and work with external auditors.
• Partner cross-functionally to support special projects, ad-hoc reporting, and financial analysis requests.
• Identify and implement opportunities to streamline workflows and strengthen accounting infrastructure.
• Act as a hands-on contributor in a lean team environment.

Required qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• 4–7+ years of progressive accounting experience
• Solid understanding of US GAAP and financial reporting requirements.
• Experience managing or supporting month-end close processes in a dynamic environment.
• Familiarity with ERP systems and accounting tools
• Exposure to audit processes and working directly with external auditors.

Nice to have

• CPA preferred or in progress
• mix of public accounting and/or high-growth startup experience strongly preferred
• NetSuite experience is a plus
• Experience in improving or building accounting processes, controls, or automation is a strong plus
• Fintech or other high-growth industry experience is a bonus

Benefits

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision plans
• Generous PTO and parental leave policy
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Opportunities for career growth and professional development

About the company

Public is an agentic brokerage that combines a multi-asset investing experience with AI Agents. Since 2019, Public has raised $400 million.