Accountant

Here’s what you’ll do as part of the team:

• Assist with month-end and year-end close activities, including preparing and posting journal entries under the guidance of the Senior Accountant.
• Perform account reconciliations across assigned areas — such as cash, prepaid expenses, and fixed assets — and flag discrepancies for timely resolution.
• Help maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records in accordance with GAAP and company accounting policies.
• Support audit preparation by gathering documentation, organizing files, and responding to standard information requests.
• Assist in coordinating with our third-party accounting provider on routine tasks, escalating questions to the Senior Accountant as needed.
• Participate in ad hoc finance and accounting projects, bringing a willingness to learn and a strong attention to detail.
• Look for opportunities to use technology and automation tools to make routine accounting tasks faster and more reliable.

Here are the skills and experience you’ll need to be successful:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field — or equivalent practical experience.
• 0–2 years of accounting experience; internship or coursework in accounting is welcome at the IC1 level.
• Foundational understanding of accounting principles and double-entry bookkeeping.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills — you catch things others miss and keep your work tidy.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel for basic data entry, formatting, and reconciliation tasks.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills; comfortable asking questions and flagging issues promptly.
• Eagerness to learn in a fast-paced environment with evolving processes and direct mentorship.

• Hands-on experience with an accounting system or ERP platform (e.g., NetSuite, QuickBooks).
• Exposure to month-end close or reconciliation processes through coursework, internship, or prior employment.
• Big 4 or public accounting experience.
• CPA candidate or interest in pursuing the CPA designation.
• Familiarity with accounts payable workflows.
• Curiosity about AI and automation tools — you’ve experimented with them and are interested in how they can improve accounting workflows.

• Zone 1: $69,000 - $84,000 + equity
• Zone 2: $64,000 - $78,000 + equity
• Zone 3: $59,000 - $72,000 + equity

• Competitive Compensation: Including annual salary, pre-IPO stock options, and other financial compensation (if applicable)
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage: 100% of premiums covered for you AND all of your dependents
• Unlimited Flexible Time Off: Unlimited FTO in addition to 12 company holidays per year, quarterly “recharge” days, and a week-long holiday break
• Home Office Reimbursement: To cover home office furniture and supplies, monthly home internet, and monthly cell phone (if applicable)
• Health & Wellness Reimbursement: To cover monthly gym membership or other qualifying expenses
• Parental Support: Generous parental and family leave, fertility benefits, and employer-sponsored stipends towards family forming services
• 401k Plan: To support you in your individual retirement goals
• Team Events: Frequent team-building events, fun team off-sites, and bi-annual company meetups
• Commitment to DEI: To prioritize Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion within our workplace and to stay true to our values and mission
• Mentorship and Training: To get you onboard quickly, learn new professional skills, and invest in your career development
• Impact and Visibility: To expose you to and provide the opportunity to work on highly strategic initiatives that will transform the business
• Encouragement and Empowerment: To explore and adopt new technologies and drive meaningful decisions and outcomes
• At Apartment List we believe that everyone deserves a home they love AND a career they love. We strive to build a diverse team that is a reflection of the people we serve; this is made possible through our commitment to fostering a culture of diversity, inclusion, equity, and connectedness.