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Canoe Intelligence · 11 hours ago

Staff Accountant

New York, NY

Contract

Hybrid

Entry Level

$90K/yr - $110K/yr

2+ years exp

Canoe Intelligence is reimagining alternative investment data processes for institutional investors and asset servicing firms. They are seeking a Staff Accountant to join their Finance & Operations team, responsible for managing core accounting workflows, ensuring timely reporting, and improving processes as the company grows.

AnalyticsArtificial Intelligence (AI)Big DataBusiness IntelligenceData ManagementFinTechMachine LearningSaaS

Responsibilities

Manage vendor invoice intake, coding, approvals, and payment scheduling

Maintain accurate vendor records and ensure timely payment processing

Reconcile AP subledger and support accrual entries for month-end

Identify opportunities for automation and process efficiency in AP workflows

Generate and send client invoices in accordance with billing schedules and contracts

Track collections, follow up on outstanding invoices, and manage AR aging

Record cash receipts and apply payments accurately to customer accounts

Partner with Client Success and FP&A to resolve billing questions or discrepancies

Prepare weekly cash reconciliations; monitor incoming and outgoing payments

Maintain accurate accounting of credit-card expenses and reimbursements

Support ERP and payment-system enhancements

Document workflows and assist in standardizing policies for AP/AR cycles

Contribute to cross-functional projects that improve cash-flow visibility and reporting

Assist with journal entries, accruals, and reconciliations tied to AR/AP activity

Partner with external advisors and auditors to ensure documentation and controls are complete

Assist with process improvements and systems integration (ERP, AP automation, etc.)

Provide ad-hoc analysis to support FP&A and leadership reporting

Help streamline the transition from outsourced accounting (Attivo) to a robust in-house function

Qualification

AccountingGAAPExcelAccounting systemsCuriosityCPAAttention to detailOrganizational skillsOwnership mindset

Required

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

Strong knowledge of GAAP and general ledger processes

Proficiency in Excel / Google Sheets (pivot tables, formulas)

Experience with accounting systems (NetSuite, QuickBooks Online, or comparable ERP)

High attention to detail and organizational skills; able to prioritize in a fast-moving environment

Curiosity and ownership mindset — you enjoy improving processes, not just executing them

Preferred

2–5 years of accounting experience (startup, SaaS, or public + private mix preferred)

CPA or CPA-track a plus, but not required

Experience with Bill.com, Ramp

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision benefits

Flexible PTO

401(k)

Flexible work from home policy

Home office stipend

Employee Assistance Program

Gym/Wifi reimbursement

Education assistance

Parental Leave

Company

Canoe Intelligence

Canoe has reimagined the future of alternative investments with cloud-based, machine-learning technology for document collection, data extraction, and data science initiatives.

Founded in 2013

New York, New York, USA

51-200 employees