Staff Accountant

Apollo.io is the leading go-to-market solution for revenue teams, trusted by over 500,000 companies and millions of users globally, from rapidly growing startups to some of the world's largest enterprises. Founded in 2015, the company is one of the fastest growing companies in SaaS, raising approximately $250 million to date and valued at $1.6 billion. Apollo.io provides sales and marketing teams with easy access to verified contact data for over 210 million B2B contacts and 35 million companies worldwide, along with tools to engage and convert these contacts in one unified platform. By helping revenue professionals find the most accurate contact information and automating the outreach process, Apollo.io turns prospects into customers. Apollo raised a series D in 2023 and is backed by top-tier investors, including Sequoia Capital, Bain Capital Ventures, and more, and counts the former President and COO of Hubspot, JD Sherman, among its board members.

We are seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Staff Accountant to join our growing accounting team. In this role, you will play a key role in ensuring accuracy and efficiency across multiple areas, including expenses, fixed assets, cash, credit cards, and travel & entertainment.

Your responsibilities will include month-end close activities, account reconciliations, accounts payable processing, financial analysis as well as assisting in the design and implementation of new accounting policies (e.g. capitalized software). You will also support process improvements, collaborate with external auditors (Big 4), and help drive operational efficiencies.

This is an individual contributor role reporting directly to the Director of Accounting while working closely with the broader finance and accounting team. Our team is collaborative, fast-moving, and committed to your professional development.

If you're looking for an opportunity to grow your career in a dynamic, remote-first environment, this role is for you!

What You’ll Do

•   Execute month-end close activities, including preparation of journal entries, account reconciliations, and preparation of month end close package.
• Conduct variance analysis and report on trends and discrepancies
• Manage vendor relationship, process invoices and ensure timely payments using Zip
• Support the annual audit by preparing and organizing audit documentation for external auditors.
•  Partner with FP&A and other business partners to record, reconcile and maintain accrual balances
• Identify and drive accounting process improvements with a focus on scalability and efficiency.
• Assist in the development and implementation of new accounting policies, including capitalized software
• Assist with ad hoc projects and initiatives as needed in a rapidly evolving environment.

What We’re Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or a related field. A professional certification (e.g. CPA) is highly preferred.
• 2-4 years of relevant accounting experience, preferably in a SaaS or startup environment.
• Big 4/Public Accounting experience is a plus.
• High attention to accuracy, detail, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, and data analysis)
• Proficiency in Netsuite is preferred
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a remote-first environment.
• Excellent communication skills—comfortable working cross-functionally with teams at all levels
• Highly adaptable and motivated to thrive in a fast-paced, evolving company.

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