Accountant, Corporate Operations

Role Summary

Our newly created Accountant, Corporate Operations, is responsible for supporting the accounting and finance operations of the company, with an emphasis on payroll, tax compliance, and financial reporting. This includes the preparation of accurate and timely financial reports, maintenance of a financial system of records, development of internal controls, documentation of processes, and supporting audits. A core objective of this role is to develop a deep understanding of our finance operations end-to-end and drive meaningful efficiency gains through automation—including implementation of an AI-embedded ERP, standalone agentic AI tools, and system integrations.

This role reports directly to the Senior Managing Director, Finance Operations and works directly with the Accounting and Human Resources teams. As an entry-level position, this role will be a critical contributor as the company builds its workforce and infrastructure in the years to come, providing ample opportunities to learn across a broad range of finance operations, build foundational skills, and grow your career with the company.

The Success You'll Build: Primary Responsibilities and Impact

• Payroll & Tax Operations: Gain hands-on exposure across a broad range of finance operations—including payroll, tax compliance, accounts payable, general ledger, and reporting—to build a comprehensive understanding of how the finance function operates end-to-end. Support multi-state payroll compliance efforts, oversight of our third-party payroll administrator, payroll processing, and equity administration.
• Compliance & Reporting: Ensure all government reporting and withholding requirements for payroll tax compliance are met. Respond to and resolve foundational employee payroll requests, including wage discrepancies, garnishments, court orders, and verification of wages.
• Ledger & Audit Support: Help reconcile payroll-related expenses to the general ledger, assist with the monthly close, prepare basic reports for management, and provide documentation to support annual and periodic audits.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with Human Resources, IT, and third-party benefits providers to update systems for changes to employee benefit plans.
• Systems & Process Improvement: Play a central role in Finance’s automation and modernization agenda: evaluate current workflows across the finance function, identify opportunities for efficiency, and help implement solutions including an AI-embedded ERP system, agentic AI tools, improved data structures, and cross-system integrations. Help develop, improve, and document formal internal procedure manuals and compliance calendars to support scalable operations.
• Operational Goals: Provide administrative and operational support for strategic goals, such as new compensation and benefit plans, partnering across teams to design cross-functional process improvements that help scale our infrastructure.

The Experiences That Will Help You Succeed

Required

• Experience: 0–2 years of foundational accounting, operations, or audit experience (relevant internship experience is highly valued).
• Education: BS/BA in business, accounting, economics, or a related relevant field along with technology.
• Adaptability: Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment while balancing day-to-day tasks and operational improvements.
• Vendor Exposure: Previous exposure to or desire to learn about payroll vendor relationships, payroll management platforms, or finance/ERP systems.

The Competencies You’ll Need

• Solid foundational understanding of accounting fundamentals, basic operations, and internal controls.
• Interest in developing an expertise in payroll tax compliance, payroll best practices, and the broader finance operations landscape.
• Curiosity about and enthusiasm for finance technology and automation, including AI-embedded tools, ERP systems, and workflow integrations that make operations faster and more scalable.
• Ability to work cross-functionally and understand basic FP&A and Human Resources operations.
• Demonstrated ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion.
• Outstanding organizational ability with great attention to detail, accuracy, and consistency.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Active pursuit of or plans to obtain a professional certification is preferred—such as CPA (Certified Public Accountant), CMA (Certified Management Accountant), or a relevant technology or regulatory certification (e.g., ERP implementation, fintech compliance, or data analytics).

Job Location

This is a hybrid role based in New York, NY, with three days per week in the office. 

Compensation & Benefits Statement

The estimated salary range for this position is $65,000-$80,000 per year. Internal level, title, and compensation for the final offer will be determined based on a variety of factors, including years of experience, skills, qualifications, and overall fit for the role. 

In addition to base salary, we offer a comprehensive benefits package, which includes:

• Stock option equity to share in the company’s success
• Variable pay opportunities based on performance
• 401(k) plan with corporate match to support long-term financial well-being
• Flexible time off to support work-life balance
• Home office stipend to help create a productive remote workspace
• Comprehensive health benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage

We are committed to providing competitive compensation and benefits to support our employees' well-being and professional growth. Learn more about our benefits here.

About Crowd Street

At Crowd Street, our purpose is to inspire and empower our members to achieve their financial ambitions—and that mission starts with us. We are the leaders of a movement to change how individuals access and invest in the private markets, breaking down barriers that once kept these opportunities in the hands of a select few.

Since 2012, we’ve connected our members with a marketplace of alternative investment opportunities, beginning with commercial real estate and now expanding into new asset classes. Each investment we bring forward is backed by our commitment to rigorous due diligence, clear communication, and an exceptional investor experience.

As a registered broker-dealer, we continue to raise the bar for transparency, access, and trust in the private markets. Every team member plays a role in this mission—whether by building tools, providing research, serving our members, or developing new opportunities. Together, we are shaping the future of investing and giving more people the ability to take control of their financial future.

At CrowdStreet, inclusion, equity, and diversity are necessary to achieve our goals. Our differences in age, race, gender, nationality, sexual orientation, physical ability, thinking style and background bring a variety of knowledge that makes us collectively smarter and better able to compete. We are committed to recruiting, developing, and advancing a diverse staff and engaging in the work that makes that possible.