Graphite · 5 hours ago
U.S. Accounting Client Lead
United States
Full-time
Remote
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
8+ years expGraphite Financial is a growing boutique finance, accounting, tax, and strategy firm that helps startup and high-growth companies scale efficiently. The U.S. Accounting Client Lead will guide the financial strategy for a portfolio of high-growth startup clients, overseeing accounting functions and providing strategic advice on financial activities.
AccountingConsultingFinanceFinancial ServicesVenture Capital
Responsibilities
Serve as the primary, high-touch contact for clients, owning the relationship and providing strategic advice on high-level accounting, managerial accounting, and financial activities
Manage, coach, and mentor a team of Staff and Senior Accountants, providing detailed review of their work to ensure impeccable quality and accuracy in financial reporting
Oversee all accounting functions, including the end-to-end monthly close process, financial statement preparation, and ensuring the smooth execution of day-to-day transactional work
Coordinate and lead all activities for critical ad hoc projects, including external audits, due diligence support, and complex technical accounting research
Deliver accurate, timely, and actionable client financial reporting to drive key decision-making. This includes sophisticated analysis of key financial metrics, trends, and variances
Partner closely with our internal Finance and Tax departments to ensure every client's financial need is met with an exceptional level of customer service
Qualification
Required
Approximately 8+ years of relevant accounting experience (public accounting or corporate accounting), with at least 2 years of experience managing a team
A Bachelor's or Master's degree in Accounting is required
Significant experience with core GL platforms like QuickBooks Online, NetSuite, or Sage Intacct, plus exposure to modern, tech-forward systems (e.g., Bill, Ramp, Stripe, Gusto, Rippling, Cin7, Brex)
Possess strong communication skills with the rare ability to translate complex accounting concepts into clear, concise language for clients, executives, and non-financial stakeholders
You are a team player comfortable in a fast-paced environment, possessing a high degree of professionalism, motivation, and a genuine passion for working with growing startup companies
Preferred
A CPA or MBA is highly preferred, but not mandatory
Significant expertise in Web3 (Crypto) accounting and/or Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG) accounting is a massive advantage
Benefits
100% paid-for insurance coverage (health, vision, and dental)
401k with a company match
Flexible PTO
Ample professional development opportunities
Competitive and equitable total compensation packages
Fun, collaborative, and diverse environment
Company
Graphite
The #1 Team Startups Rely On For Accounting, CFO & Tax. Get clean books, strategic guidance and industry specific support, all in one place.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
unknownKey Investors
Red Iron Group
2023-05-31Private Equity
2021-03-05Acquired
Leadership Team
Jocelyn Wilson
Chief Operating Officer
Halsey McKinney
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