Accountant

Gauntlet is seeking an Accountant to support our growing accounting function and help ensure the accuracy, completeness, and integrity of our financial records.

This role will play a key part in the monthly close process, financial statement preparation, account reconciliations, accounts payable and accounts receivable operations, audit support, and compliance activities. You will work closely with the Accounting Lead, Onchain Accounting Lead, and Controller while gaining exposure to a broad range of accounting and finance functions.

This position is ideal for someone with a strong accounting foundation who enjoys solving problems, improving processes, and building expertise in a high-growth environment.

Responsibilities

Month-End Close & Financial Reporting

• Support the monthly, quarterly, and annual close process

• Prepare journal entries, accruals, and supporting schedules

• Perform bank, balance sheet, and general ledger reconciliations

• Maintain accurate accounting records and documentation

• Assist with preparation of monthly financial statement packages

• Analyze account activity and investigate variances

Accounts Payable & Accounts Receivable

• Manage the full accounts payable process, including invoice processing and vendor payments

• Manage customer invoicing, collections, and accounts receivable tracking

• Maintain vendor and customer records

• Ensure transactions are coded accurately and recorded timely

Employee Expenses & Corporate Cards

• Administer Ramp and related spend management platforms

• Review employee expense reports for policy compliance

• Manage corporate card activity and reconciliations

• Support employee reimbursement processes

Audit, Tax & Compliance

• Prepare audit support schedules and workpapers

• Assist with annual financial statement audits

• Support tax filings and compliance reporting requirements

• Maintain organized accounting documentation and records

Controls & Process Improvement

• Follow and uphold established accounting policies and procedures

• Assist in maintaining internal controls and documentation standards

• Identify opportunities to improve efficiency and accuracy

• Support process automation and systems enhancements

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

• 2–4 years of accounting experience, including increasing responsibility in month-end close, reconciliations, and financial reporting. Candidates may be considered at the IC2 level based on experience, demonstrated ownership, and scope of prior responsibilities.

• Strong understanding of US GAAP and financial statement presentation

• Experience preparing journal entries and reconciliations

• Experience supporting month-end close processes

• Strong understanding of balance sheet and income statement relationships

• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills

• Strong Excel and Google Sheets skills

• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

Bonus Points

• Public accounting experience

• CPA or progress toward CPA

• Startup experience

• Experience with Xero, Ramp, Bill.com, or similar systems

• Crypto, fintech, or technology industry experience

Benefits and Perks

• Remote first - work from anywhere in the US & CAN!
• Regular in-person company retreats and cross-country "office visit" perk
• 100% paid medical, dental and vision premiums for employees
• $1,000 WFH stipend
• Monthly reimbursement for home internet, phone, and cellular data
• Unlimited vacation
• 100% paid parental leave of 12 weeks
• Fertility benefits
• Opportunity for incentive compensation