Job Description:
Remitly’s vision is to transform lives with trusted financial services that transcend borders. Since 2011, we have been tirelessly delivering on our promises to people who send money around the world. Today, we are reimagining global financial services and building products that extend beyond traditional barriers to give customers access to more of the services they need, no matter where they call home. Join over 2,700 employees worldwide who are growing their careers with purpose and connection with our customers while having a positive impact on millions of people around the globe.About the Role:
We're searching for a Senior Accountant to join Remitly's Global Corporate Accounting team. As a senior accountant on the Accounting team, you will be a key contributor to the company's financial statements by supporting the month-end close process and ensuring accurate and timely reporting.
You Will:
- Be a key contributor, applying technical accounting knowledge to serve as an expert on cloud implementation costs, internally developed software, leases, tax accruals, operating expenses and accruals, fixed assets, equity and transfer pricing
- Support in the month-end close process of creating and booking Journal Entries, analysis of trends and variances to expected outcomes, and analysis of financial system outputs
- Develop, expand and improve month-end close and help drive the reduction of the close timeline by assessing and streamlining close-related activities
- Collaborate regularly with business partners to ensure accurate accounting for monthly accruals and new business initiatives
- Conduct accounting research and drafting technical documentation working closely with internal stakeholders to determine the impact of new accounting standards and the accounting implications of changes in the business
- Ensure internal controls, policies, and procedures are documented and followed appropriately with audit trails for compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley
- Support ad hoc financial information request/audit request and analyses and other special projects as assigned
- Coordinate with our global teams to process and report foreign subsidiaries' results
You Have:
- Bachelor's degree in accounting and 3+ years of experience
- CPA or public accounting experience preferred
- Knowledge of US GAAP required
- Strong technical accounting background
- Experience with streamlining processes and/or design and implementation of accounting policies and procedures
- Experience working in NetSuite or similar ERP systems is a plus
- Experience analyzing and working with large data sets and familiarity with data management tools such as Excel and Alteryx
- Strong alignment to our mission and values
Compensation Details. The starting base salary range for this position is typically $86,400 - $100,000. In the U.S., Remitly employees are shareholders in our Company and equity is part of our total compensation plan. Your recruiter can share more information about medical benefits offered, as well as other financial benefits and total compensation components offered with this role.
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Our Benefits:
- Flexible paid time off
- Health, dental, and vision + 401k plan with company matching
- Paid parental, medical, military and family care leave
- Mental Health & Family Forming Benefits
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
- Continuing education and travel benefits
We are committed to nondiscrimination across our global organization and in all of our business operations. Employment is determined based upon personal capabilities and qualifications without discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, sex, gender identification and expression, marital status, military status or status as an honorably discharge/veteran, pregnancy (including a woman’s potential to get pregnant, pregnancy-related conditions, and childbearing), sexual orientation, age (40 and over), national origin, ancestry, citizenship or immigration status, physical, mental, or sensory disability (including the use of a trained dog guide or service animal), HIV/AIDS or hepatitis C status, genetic information, status as an actual or perceived victim of domestic violence, sexual assault, or stalking, or any other protected class as established by law.
Remitly is an E-Verify Employer
Remitly is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
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Remitly Compensation & Benefits Highlights
How does Remitly ensure its pay and bonus plans are competitive?
Remitly ensures competitive compensation through a combination of performance-driven rewards, strong benchmarking practices and a focus on aligning pay with both market standards and employee impact. The company emphasizes rewarding excellence and ownership—core elements of its culture—by recognizing employees who deliver meaningful results and contribute to customer outcomes.
Compensation is supported by structured performance and development processes, where employees receive ongoing feedback, coaching and evaluation tied to both individual contributions and broader business impact. This approach helps ensure that rewards—including salary growth and incentives—are aligned with performance, growth and company success.
Remitly also reinforces fairness and transparency through its values-driven culture, which emphasizes integrity, data-driven decision-making and continuous improvement. These principles guide how compensation decisions are made, helping ensure consistency and alignment with both internal standards and external market expectations.
Additionally, the company’s rapid growth and expansion into new products and markets create opportunities for employees to increase their scope, impact and earning potential over time. As Remitly scales its platform and innovates across financial services, compensation evolves alongside business performance and employee contributions.
Employee Perspective
“I’ve since applied this by coaching my team to not just hit metrics but to understand why each number matters — how it reflects customer experience and operational efficiency.”
— Charlaine M., Team Manager, Customer Protection
At-a-Glance
- Compensation approach: Performance-based, values-driven, aligned with impact
- Reward structure: Salary growth and incentives tied to performance, ownership and results
- Decision framework: Data-driven, integrity-focused, aligned with company values
- Growth opportunity: Expanding platform and global scale create upward earning potential
External Signals
- Employee satisfaction: ~85/100 culture score (A+) based on 7,333 ratings, indicating strong overall employee experience
- Recognition: 12 Comparably awards across 2025–2026, including Best Company Compensation, Best Company Perks & Benefits and Best Company Outlook
- Employee sentiment: Thousands of employee ratings reflect high satisfaction with workplace experience and rewards
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What We Do
Since 2011, Remitly has been tirelessly delivering on our promises to our customers sending their hard earned money home. Today, we are incredibly proud to have served millions of customers globally. We strive daily to meet our promise to our customers by building peace of mind into everything we do. Join over 2,700 employees across 10 offices who are growing their careers while having a positive impact on people globally.
Why Work With Us
We are united through our vision to transform lives with trusted financial services that transcend borders. We accomplish our vision by relentlessly focusing on culture via our cultural values. That starts with putting customers at the center of everything we do, and includes investing in the growth & development of our team.
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