About MotherDuck
We’re on a mission to make analytics ducking awesome by building a new type of data warehouse for the post-big data era.
The rapid pace of hardware change has made novel architectures possible for data platforms that can bring users a better, faster, more collaborative experience.
Imagine being able to fly through your data at 60-frames per second or managing millions of databases with ease.
Our team is a diverse mix of passionate, collaborative and empathetic data industry veterans from Google, Amazon, Meta, Snowflake, SingleStore, Databricks, and the like.
We’re geographically distributed across 4 hubs, spanning the US and Europe.
As the first Accounting Manager at MotherDuck, you will have exceptional hands-on operational accounting skills, expertise in establishing scalable processes, and the ability to balance complex cross-functional initiatives.
You will focus on OpEx and Balance Sheet accounts and oversee month-end close, financial reporting, and operations.
You will also collaborate on managing strategic partnerships, vendor relationships, and budgeting.
You will report to the CFO.
In This Role, You Will
Own core accounting responsibilities including month end close
Lead process improvement initiatives and drive implementation across the finance organization
Lead the preparation of Audit PBCs
Own the preparation of key balance sheet account reconciliations and review of non-key account reconciliations on a monthly basis
Support new research and products by working cross-functionally to enable development while building scalable accounting processes
Assist in building and maintaining the internal control environment to ensure the accuracy of MotherDuck’s financials
Work with the CFO to analyze deviations in budgeted versus actual results and inform the annual plan
Hands on Accounting work ranging from vendor onboarding, accounts payable, transactional expense reviews, and payroll etc.
Understanding of Revenue Recognition
Background and experience needed
6-8+ years of relevant accounting experience at some combination of public accounting firm, private company, or start-up, showing progressive responsibilities
BA/BS in Accounting or Finance
Excellent technical accounting skills with a detailed understanding of GAAP standards
Experience passing an audit with a Big4
Proven ability to roll-up-sleeves and dig into the weeds of complex issues, while keeping the bigger picture and desired end-state in mind
Strong project management and organizational skills encompassing attention to detail and ability to prioritize and lead high priority tasks on concurrent timelines
Effective verbal and written communication skills
Experience working with modern software and systems, particularly NetSuite
What we provide
Competitive compensation and stock options
100% paid medical, dental, and vision for employees
80% paid medical, dental, and vision for dependents
Unlimited Paid Time Off
401k plan
Opportunities to build team connection via company summits 2x a year and team summits 1-2x a year.
Hybrid work environment
Please Apply
Does this role sound appealing to you, but you’re missing some of the requirements or don’t quite think you’re qualified? Please apply anyway.
Research has shown that underrepresented groups in technology often shy away from roles which aren’t a 100% match.
We aim to build a diverse team and will strongly consider applicants who bring many of the requirements plus have other experiences which round out their qualifications.
MotherDuck is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer.
We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.
MotherDuck is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with physical and mental disabilities.
Compensation Range: $95K - $160K