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The Role
Support month-end and year-end close by preparing and posting journal entries; perform account reconciliations (cash, prepaid, fixed assets); maintain GAAP-compliant financial records; assist audit preparation and third-party accounting coordination; participate in ad hoc finance projects and identify opportunities for automation.
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Who We Are
At Apartment List, we’re transforming how people rent—making it smarter, easier, and a lot less frustrating. Our platform has already matched over 1.4 million renters with their next home, while helping properties fill units with the right residents. Backed by strong growth and a big vision, we’re building the future of renting—and inviting bold thinkers to help us shape it!
Finance at Apartment List isn’t just about keeping the books clean — it’s about building the infrastructure that lets a fast-moving, technology-forward company grow with confidence. As an Accountant, you’ll be a key part of our day-to-day accounting operations: supporting the monthly close cycle, maintaining accurate financial records, and helping ensure our books reflect what’s actually happening in the business.
This is an entry-level to early-career role designed for someone who is building their accounting foundation and eager to learn quickly in a hands-on environment. You’ll work closely with our Senior Accountant and Controller, receive real mentorship, and grow your skills across core accounting disciplines. If you’re detail-oriented, curious about how modern tools can improve finance work, and ready to contribute from day one — we’d love to meet you.
- Assist with month-end and year-end close activities, including preparing and posting journal entries under the guidance of the Senior Accountant.
- Perform account reconciliations across assigned areas — such as cash, prepaid expenses, and fixed assets — and flag discrepancies for timely resolution.
- Help maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records in accordance with GAAP and company accounting policies.
- Support audit preparation by gathering documentation, organizing files, and responding to standard information requests.
- Assist in coordinating with our third-party accounting provider on routine tasks, escalating questions to the Senior Accountant as needed.
- Participate in ad hoc finance and accounting projects, bringing a willingness to learn and a strong attention to detail.
- Look for opportunities to use technology and automation tools to make routine accounting tasks faster and more reliable.
Must-Haves
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field — or equivalent practical experience.
- 0–2 years of accounting experience; internship or coursework in accounting is welcome at the IC1 level.
- Foundational understanding of accounting principles and double-entry bookkeeping.
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills — you catch things others miss and keep your work tidy.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel for basic data entry, formatting, and reconciliation tasks.
- Clear written and verbal communication skills; comfortable asking questions and flagging issues promptly.
- Eagerness to learn in a fast-paced environment with evolving processes and direct mentorship.
Nice-to-Haves
- Hands-on experience with an accounting system or ERP platform (e.g., NetSuite, QuickBooks).
- Exposure to month-end close or reconciliation processes through coursework, internship, or prior employment.
- Big 4 or public accounting experience.
- CPA candidate or interest in pursuing the CPA designation.
- Familiarity with accounts payable workflows.
- Curiosity about AI and automation tools — you’ve experimented with them and are interested in how they can improve accounting workflows.
Here's the Pay Range:
At Apartment List, we carefully consider a variety of factors to determine compensation for each position, including the role, level, and work. The US base salary for this position is:
- Zone 1: $69,000 - $84,000 + equity
- Zone 2: $64,000 - $78,000 + equity
- Zone 3: $59,000 - $72,000 + equity
This reflects the compensation target for new hire salaries for the position across all US locations. Please note, the compensation details provided do not include benefits and perks that we offer.
We also rely on market indicators along with considering your work location, job related skills, experience and relevant education and training, to determine compensation that is fair and competitive for you. Apartment List will consider paying compensation near the higher of the range in exceptional circumstances, where candidates have the experience, credentials or expertise that would warrant such consideration. It is always our goal to hire exceptional talent and we would be happy to share more about compensation during the hiring process.
Here's what's in it for you (full-time US based employees only; does not apply to contract roles):
- Competitive Compensation: Including annual salary, pre-IPO stock options, and other financial compensation (if applicable)
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage: 100% of premiums covered for you AND all of your dependents
- Unlimited Flexible Time Off: Unlimited FTO in addition to 12 company holidays per year, quarterly “recharge” days, and a week-long holiday break
- Home Office Reimbursement: To cover home office furniture and supplies, monthly home internet, and monthly cell phone (if applicable)
- Health & Wellness Reimbursement: To cover monthly gym membership or other qualifying expenses
- Parental Support: Generous parental and family leave, fertility benefits, and employer-sponsored stipends towards family forming services
- 401k Plan: To support you in your individual retirement goals
- Team Events: Frequent team-building events, fun team off-sites, and bi-annual company meetups
- Commitment to DEI: To prioritize Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion within our workplace and to stay true to our values and mission
- Mentorship and Training: To get you onboard quickly, learn new professional skills, and invest in your career development
- Impact and Visibility: To expose you to and provide the opportunity to work on highly strategic initiatives that will transform the business
- Encouragement and Empowerment: To explore and adopt new technologies and drive meaningful decisions and outcomes
- At Apartment List we believe that everyone deserves a home they love AND a career they love. We strive to build a diverse team that is a reflection of the people we serve; this is made possible through our commitment to fostering a culture of diversity, inclusion, equity, and connectedness.
As a proud equal opportunity employer, we celebrate the collection of individual differences, life experiences, ideas, perspectives, knowledge, and talent. We hire candidates of any race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, marital or family status, disability, Veteran status, and any other status. #LIRemote
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field or equivalent practical experience.
- 0-2 years of accounting experience; internship or coursework acceptable.
- Foundational understanding of accounting principles and double-entry bookkeeping.
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel for data entry, formatting, and reconciliation tasks.
- Clear written and verbal communication skills; comfortable asking questions and flagging issues.
- Eagerness to learn in a fast-paced environment with direct mentorship.
- Hands-on experience with an accounting system or ERP platform (e.g., NetSuite, QuickBooks).
- Exposure to month-end close or reconciliation processes through coursework, internship, or prior employment.
- Big 4 or public accounting experience.
- CPA candidate or interest in pursuing the CPA designation.
- Familiarity with accounts payable workflows.
- Curiosity about AI and automation tools and experimentation with them.
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The Company
What We Do
For us, renting is personal — we’re a company built by renters for renters. We’re here to deliver renters a home they love at the value they deserve. Whether renters are embarking to a new city, in search of a quieter neighborhood, or making the jump to a two-bedroom apartment — we’re here to find them their perfect apartment match. We’ve made it our mission to revolutionize renting by making it a stress-free, simple, and holistic experience, connecting ready-to-move renters with compatible city living. Home is a feeling everyone should own, and we’re on a mission to help renters find it.
Why Work With Us
Want a job that makes a difference? There are over 100 million renters in the US, and at Apartment List, we strive every day to remove the hassle from renting and make the process better for every single one of them. Together, we can change the narrative around what it means to be a renter.
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