Farther is a rapidly growing RIA that combines expert advisors with cutting-edge technology - delivering a comprehensive, tailored wealth management experience.
Farther’s founders are leaders and innovators from the private wealth industry who possess a unique blend of traditional wealth management, fintech, and technology production expertise. We’re backed by top-tier venture capital firms, fintech investors, and industry leaders.
Joining Farther means joining a collaborative team of entrepreneurs who are passionate about helping their clients and our teammates achieve more. If you’re the type who breaks through walls to get things done the right way, we want to build the future of wealth management with you.
The Role
As a key member of our growing Finance team, the Accounting Associate will manage our accounts payable and also participate in month-end close. With a focus on processing vendor invoices and employee reimbursements in Ramp, our AP system, as well as taking part in closing our books, this role ensures seamless payable operations while contributing to process improvements and system optimizations. You'll combine sound financial judgment with hands-on execution, focusing on streamlining vendor relationships and optimizing expense management. You'll play a crucial role in scaling our financial operations while maintaining the highest standards of accuracy and compliance.
Your Impact
- Manage the procure-to-pay process in Ramp, including new purchase requests, documenting vendor agreements, and scheduling agreement renewal notifications
- Support employee reimbursement programs and expense management
- Develop and maintain payroll analytics and reporting for key stakeholders
- Assist in monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes
- Prepare bank, credit card, and account reconciliations
- Maintain organized records of financial documents and provide audit support
The Ideal Match
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field
- 4+ years of progressive experience in payables management and month-end close
- Advanced Excel skills
- Experience with Ramp or similar AP/expense management platforms preferred
- Demonstrated ability to contribute to process improvements and support system optimization initiatives
- Outstanding analytical capabilities with a data-driven approach to problem-solving
- Exceptional stakeholder management skills with the ability to communicate complex financial concepts clearly
- Excellent organizational and time management skills
Bonus Points
- Experience scaling payables operations in high-growth fintech environments
- Deep knowledge of RIA compensation models and regulatory requirements
- Experience with SOX compliance and internal controls
- CPA and/or experience working for one of the “Big 4” firms
Why Join Us
- Competitive comp package that rewards impact
- Work alongside some of the brightest minds in fintech
- Ground-floor opportunity at a fast-scaling startup
- Chart your own growth path as we expand
- Full health benefits + 401(k) matching & Roth IRA options
- Unlimited PTO
Ready to disrupt wealth management? Let's talk!
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field
- 4+ years of progressive experience in payables management and month-end close
- Advanced Excel skills
- Experience with Ramp or similar accounts payable or expense management platforms
- Ability to contribute to process improvements and system optimization initiatives
- Strong analytical and data-driven problem-solving capabilities
- Stakeholder management skills and ability to communicate complex financial concepts clearly
- Excellent organizational and time management skills
- Experience scaling payables operations in high-growth fintech environments
- Knowledge of RIA compensation models and regulatory requirements
- Experience with SOX compliance and internal controls
- CPA certification or Big Four experience
Farther Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Farther and has not been reviewed or approved by Farther.
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Strong & Reliable Incentives — Advisor compensation includes a transparent, higher‑payout grid and equity participation that can deliver strong upside for producers. The design emphasizes meaningful rewards as production grows.
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Healthcare Strength — Medical coverage via a major national carrier with multiple plan options, HSA/FSA contributions, and complimentary primary‑care access signal comprehensive healthcare support. Dental and vision coverage round out the core offering.
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Retirement Support — A 401(k) with company match that vests immediately, alongside traditional, Roth, and after‑tax options, enables advanced retirement saving strategies. Administration via Empower supports accessibility.
Farther Insights
What We Do
Farther is the intelligent wealth management firm that's redefining the industry by combining proprietary technology with expert financial advisor guidance. We're building a generational financial institution that empowers advisors to focus on what matters most - they're clients and growing their business - while our all-in-one platform handles the back-office complexity. Our comprehensive wealth management platform offers clients a unified view of their entire financial lives through a single login, while advisors gain access to advanced tools for building personalized, tax-optimized portfolios. We provide access to extensive public strategies and alternative investments, plus our own Farther Asset Management products alongside offerings from BlackRock, Vanguard, and Fidelity. Named the #1 fastest-growing financial services firm in America by Inc. Magazine with 11,968% revenue growth over three years, we've achieved over $13 billion in recruited assets and are backed by $118M in funding, including a Series C led by CapitalG (Google's growth fund). With 400+ employees across offices in New York, Dallas, and San Francisco, we're scaling rapidly while maintaining our commitment to innovation and excellence.
Why Work With Us
We're building a generational financial institution and a mission-driven team through our CARE values: Communication, Action, Respect, and Excellence. Named to Inc. Best Workplaces two years running, we offer comprehensive benefits like $0 health coverage, immediate 3% 401(k), unlimited PTO, and quarterly recognition programs.
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