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The Role:Alternative Payments is seeking a detail-oriented, proactive

The Role:Alternative Payments is seeking a detail-oriented, proactive Accounting Manager to lead our core accounting operations as we scale. This is a foundational role on our growing team, responsible for ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting, maintaining strong internal controls, and supporting cross-functional teams with reliable financial data.As our first dedicated accounting hire, you'll report to the Chief Operating Officer and work closely with leadership to build a strong accounting foundation that supports our rapid growth. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in fast-paced startup environments, enjoys getting into the details, and can implement systems and processes that scale.This is a hybrid role in-office 3-4 days / week in NYCKey Responsibilities:

• Own and manage all day-to-day accounting operations, including the monthly close process, journal entries, reconciliations, and preparation of financial statements in accordance with US GAAP and CAD Accounting standards.
• Maintain and improve internal accounting policies, procedures, and controls to ensure compliance and support company growth. Oversee accounts payable, accounts receivable, expense reporting, and payroll support functions.
• Partner with leadership to support budgeting, cash flow tracking, and financial forecasting.
• Coordinate with external providers on tax filings and audit preparation.
• Ensure accuracy and integrity of financial data across tools and systems; support implementation of new finance tools as needed.

Create and maintain reports and dashboards to support decision-making and track financial health.Requirements:

• 5–7 years of experience in accounting roles, including experience leading a monthly close and managing general ledger functions.
• CPA certification required; prior public accounting experience (Big 4 preferred) is a strong plus.
• Strong understanding of US GAAP and financial reporting standards.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and document accounting processes and controls.
• Experience working in a startup or high-growth environment is preferred.
• Excellent attention to detail, communication, and organizational skills.
• Proficiency with accounting systems and tools; experience implementing or improving systems is a plus.
• Comfortable working independently and managing multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.

Nice to have

• Experience working in a high-growth fintech or payments startup.
• Prior exposure to global operations, currency exchange, or cross-border compliance.
• Experience in fintech, payments, or cross-border financial operations
• Exposure to IFRS or Canadian accounting standards

About Alternative PaymentsAlternative Payments is an early-stage B2B payments and checkout infrastructure company, tackling $28T of US B2B payments. Alternative's white-label, purpose-built payment portal provides a domain that customers may visit and view outstanding / due invoices anytime and pay via financing, ACH and credit cards. The platform integrates directly with a company's invoicing software and reconciles all transactions to its accounting software, providing a fully-integrated approach that does not exist, outside of custom ERP applications. Our customers are paid 40% faster, leveraging Alternative Payments.CompensationTotal compensation range for this role is $130,000 - $155,000 plus equity. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the approximate total target compensation for the position. Within the range, individual pay is determined by factors including relevant skills, experience, education/training.What We Will Offer:

• Competitive Compensation: We want you to feel like an owner, which should be reflected in your salary and equity
• Top Tier Benefits: Every employee has access to great Health, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Mission-first Colleagues: We value a culture of authenticity, humility, and excellence. We want you to leave your thumbprint on our company

Our Values:

• Transparency & Honesty: We operate with transparency to our customers, investors, and other partners, every step of the way.
• Dependability: We are dependable. We do what we say we are going to do and we do not cut corners.
• Partnership: We are partners to our customers, investors, and each other, and work together to solve exciting massive problems.
• Revolutionary & Boldness: We are revolutionary & bold. We break down barriers and walls to build our own walls in a stronger, safer, and simpler manner.
• Diversity & Inclusion: We work together with people of all backgrounds and seek different viewpoints to generate stronger partnerships and create a stronger, more inclusive company and world.

Seniority level

• Seniority levelMid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment typeFull-time

Job function

• Job functionAccounting/Auditing and Finance
• IndustriesSoftware Development

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