Senior Corporate Accountant
Credit Karma is a mission-driven company, focused on championing financial progress for our more than 100 million members in the U.S., Canada and U.K. While we're best known for pioneering free credit scores, our members turn to us for tips as they work on their financial goals, including helping them monitor their credit, identity monitoring, searching for credit cards, shopping for loans (car, home and personal), and growing their savings* -- all for free. Credit Karma has grown significantly through the years: we've added more than 70 million members in the last five years alone and now have more than 1,100 employees across our offices in Oakland, Charlotte, Los Angeles and London.
*Banking services provided by MVB Bank, Inc., Member FDIC
This role is to play an integral part in all aspects of accounting operations with opportunities to work on various projects as we scale. The ideal candidate will be someone who can roll up their sleeves to work on different areas of the month-end close and help implement systems that can scale and improve upon processes. The Senior Accountant should enjoy a fast-paced environment, be a team player and have an excellent ability to prioritize individual and team objectives while developing the accounting infrastructure at Credit Karma.
What you’ll do:
- Execute on all aspects of accounting operations, including but not limited to A/P, A/R, fixed assets, prepaids, general ledger
- Own the preparation of journal entries, balance sheet reconciliations, and supporting models as a key participant in the financial close process
- Lead and assist in field work for interim and annual audits
- Assist with researching and resolving technical accounting issues
- Ad hoc analyses and projects as needed
What’s great about the role:
- Maintain and improve upon the current accounting infrastructure, ensuring that all financial systems and files stay in sync with the general ledger
- Assist with the development and implementation of new systems and internal controls that meet the Company’s business growth and culture
Minimum Basic Requirements:
- 3+ years of corporate accounting experience, with increasing levels of responsibilities
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field
Preferred Qualifications:
- Combination of Big 4 CPA firm background and industry experience
- Detail oriented and can operate in a fast paced, deadline driven environment
- Strong multi-tasking skills and with the flexibility to switch from one project to the next quickly
- Strong understanding of GAAP accounting concepts.
- Advanced knowledge of Excel, including pivot tables and v-lookup formulas
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- NetSuite experience is a plus
- CPA license or active CPA candidate preferred
Equal Employment Opportunity:
Credit Karma is committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment. We believe that such an environment advances long-term professional growth, creates a robust business, and supports our mission of championing financial progress for everyone. We offer generous benefits and perks with a single eye to nourishing an inclusive environment that recognizes the contributions of all and fosters diversity by supporting our internal Employee Resource Groups. We’ve worked hard to build an intensely collaborative and creative environment, a diverse and inclusive employee culture, and the opportunity for professional growth. As part of the Credit Karma team, your voice will be heard, your contributions will matter, and your unique background and experiences will be celebrated.
Credit Karma is also proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome all candidates without regard to race, color, religion, age, marital status, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical condition), sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression, national origin, veteran or military status, disability (physical or mental), genetic information, or any other protected characteristic. We prohibit discrimination of any kind and operate in compliance with applicable fair chance or similar ordinances.
COVID-19 update: Protecting the health of our employees and the candidates interested in a career at Credit Karma is our top priority. We appreciate your understanding and being open and flexible with any changes related to our interviewing process. Moving forward, all new hires are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and to share proof of that status prior to their first day of onboarding. If you are unable to be vaccinated for medical or religious reasons, we will explore potential reasonable accommodations; however, Credit Karma may not be able to grant such accommodations in all cases.
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