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Nova Credit · 4 weeks ago

Senior Associate, Accounting & Financial Operations

New York, NY

Full-time

Hybrid

Mid, Senior Level

$80K/yr - $100K/yr

3+ years exp

Nova Credit is a credit infrastructure and analytics company that enables businesses to grow responsibly through alternative credit data. The role involves owning critical financial processes, managing month-end close and financial reporting, and supporting the implementation of a new ERP system while ensuring compliance and operational efficiency.

CreditCredit BureauData IntegrationFinancial ServicesFinTech

Growth Opportunities

Responsibilities

Own the full-cycle close process, including journal entries, reconciliations, and preparation of financial packages for management, investors, and the Board; perform variance analysis and deliver insights; support multi-entity accounting and international compliance requirements

Manage end-to-end accounts payable operations, including vendor relationships, payment processing and categorization; oversee accounts receivable and customer collections/dunning activities; administer corporate card, T&E, and expense reimbursement programs; serve as subject matter expert for operational finance policies and procedures

Support NetSuite ERP implementation and transition from QuickBooks Online; partner with Finance & Accounting Manager to build scalable processes as the organization prepares for first audit; identify automation and system enhancement opportunities; develop robust documentation and internal controls

Dive into a high-growth environment, learning our mission and building relationships with key stakeholders across the company

Take ownership of core financial operations including AP processing and expense management

Jump into an active NetSuite implementation, helping transition us from QuickBooks to a scalable ERP system

Own the complete month-end close cycle, enabling accurate and timely financial reporting to executive leadership and the Board

Build robust reconciliation frameworks and audit-ready documentation from the ground up

Drive your first wave of process improvements, shaping how we operate as we scale

Transform the close process through multiple optimization cycles, significantly reducing time to close

Be instrumental in the company's first external audit

Establish yourself as the go-to expert for financial operations and controls

Qualification

Full-cycle accountingNetSuite ERPGAAP accountingAccrual accountingVariance analysisExcel/Google SheetsProcess improvementPublic accountingCPAAttention to detailOrganizational skillsCollaborationAdaptability

Required

3–5 years of progressive accounting experience

Demonstrated experience with full-cycle accounting close, including maintaining and reconciling general ledger accounts with a focus on accuracy, completeness, and audit-readiness

Hands-on experience with accrual accounting and month-end variance analysis

Experience with NetSuite or similar ERP systems

Experience with expense management platforms

Strong proficiency in Excel/Google Sheets

Solid understanding of GAAP accounting standards

Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills

Strong affinity for process improvement and systems optimization

Proven ability to work independently and collaboratively, prioritize effectively, and adapt to evolving business needs in a fast-paced environment