Senior Accountant

Your responsibilities will include

• Collaborating with the CFO, outsourced bookkeeping firm, and senior staff to develop internal control policies and procedures for accounting, cash, and credit management
• Leading the transition of all bookkeeping/accounting functions from our outsourced partner and building a GAAP-compliant P&L, balance sheet, and cash flow statement
• Preparing for Nitra’s first external audit (2025 or 2026) and coordinating the annual audit process
• Establishing financial controls within the accounting department and leading monthly close activities
• Supporting monthly and quarterly investor and lender compliance reporting
• Assisting in the preparation of annual and monthly operating budgets and collaborating with budget owners to improve financial literacy
• Utilizing and providing feedback on our in-house expense management platform and managing accounting entries in QuickBooks
• Producing financial trend analyses and strategic financial reports for the Board of Directors, Finance and Audit Committee, and senior leadership
• Monitoring fiscal deadlines and ensuring timely completion of financial reporting requirements
• Reviewing vendor contracts and providing financial perspective in decision-making
• Managing payroll and expense reimbursements, both domestic and international
• Supporting tax reporting and compliance initiatives
• Taking on additional responsibilities as needed in a fast-paced startup environment

You have

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (required)
• CPA certification (required)
• 4–7 years of progressive experience in public or private accounting
• Experience in startups, fintech, credit cards, or healthtech
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, financial controls, and reporting standards
• Experience leading audits and building accounting systems from the ground up
• Familiarity with QuickBooks and financial reporting tools
• High attention to detail and the ability to manage competing priorities
• Comfort in startup environments, with a proactive and solutions-oriented mindset
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work collaboratively across teams and functions
• A commitment to confidentiality and professionalism

We offer

• Equity - Everyone at Nitra is an owner. When the company wins, you win
• Competitive Salary - You’re the best of the best, and your salary will reflect your experience and reward your contributions to Nitra
• Health Care - Your health comes first. We offer comprehensive health, vision, and dental insurance options.
• Retirement Benefits - Your financial stability matters to us so we provide a generous employer 401K match
• Nitra maintains a hybrid work policy, with team members working from the office four days per week and Wednesdays designated as a work-from-home day.