Accounting Subject Matter Expert

What We Do

Rillet serves accounting and finance teams, the financial brains of their companies. Our job is to help them run the numbers with impossible speed, accuracy, and insight.

Rillet is the Agentic ERP built for modern finance teams. We help companies automate the most critical parts of finance, from closing the books and recognizing revenue to consolidating entities and reporting to investors. More than 600 companies run on Rillet, including Mercor, Scribe, and Function Health, and we partner with leading accounting firms including EY and KPMG.

We’re building in one of the largest software markets in the world, with the momentum to match. Rillet has raised more than $200M, is valued at $1B, and is backed by Sequoia, a16z, ICONIQ, Bain Capital Ventures, Oak HC/FT, and other leading investors. We’re using that backing to build the financial infrastructure for the next generation of companies and help every business run its numbers at the speed of AI.

Who We Need

We’re building an industry-defining accounting and finance platform and looking for an accounting expert with strong instincts for accounting systems and process. You’ll play a critical role in shaping a product that meets the complex needs of finance professionals. Your background in accounting will help bridge the gap between users, engineers, and designers. You’ll work closely with customers and internal teams to translate complex workflows and compliance requirements into intuitive product features that solve real-world problems.

We’re looking for teammates who are based near our New York City or San Francisco offices, or open to relocating. Our hybrid schedule brings the team together in person on Tuesdays and Thursdays, plus one additional flexible day each week. Some roles may spend more time in the office depending on the needs of the team.

What You’ll Do

• Act as the subject matter expert on technical accounting topics
• Translate complex accounting workflows and compliance needs into product requirements and specs.
• Define, prioritize, and execute features that align with customer needs and business goals.
• Partner closely with engineers and designers to deliver accurate, intuitive solutions.
• Gather feedback from customers, internal stakeholders, and the market to inform product development.
• Create product documentation, release notes, and training materials.
• Support QA and user acceptance testing for finance-related features.

Who We're Looking for

• 5+ years of experience in accounting, audit, or accounting operations experience.
• 2+ years of experience owning accounting processes, with a track record of creating operational efficiencies through use of AI and other new technology.
• Proven experience in accounting and finance and working with ERP systems such as NetSuite, SAP, QuickBooks, Sage, or Oracle.
• Strong project management and organizational skills, with the ability to juggle multiple priorities.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, including collaborating across technical and non-technical teams.
• Thrive in fast-paced, startup environments, with a sharp eye for detail and process improvement.
• Experience with SaaS revenue recognition and ASC 606 is a strong plus.

Pay and benefits

The expected base salary range for this role is $150,000-$220,000 in New York City and San Francisco. Final compensation within this range will depend on factors including skills, experience, qualifications, and the scope of the role. This role is also eligible for equity and benefits.

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