Senior Accountant

Salary: $92K - $108K Location Type: Remote Employment Type: Full-Time

Position Overview

At Vanta, our mission is to secure the internet and protect consumer data. We believe that security should be monitored and verified continuously, and we empower companies to practice better security and prove it with ease. Vanta has a kind and talented team, and while some have prior security experience, many have been successful at Vanta without it.

As we grow and evolve, we’re tackling increasingly complex and exciting accounting challenges. If you’re a detail-oriented, systems-savvy accounting professional who thrives in dynamic environments and wants to help shape the future of a rapidly growing company, we’d love to meet you.

As our Senior Accountant, you'll play a critical role in both the accuracy of our financials and the evolution of our accounting operations. You’ll own some of the most complex and high-judgment areas of our close, like leases, capitalized software, and accruals, while also reviewing lower-risk areas such as cash and prepaids to ensure completeness and accuracy.

Beyond close, you’ll help identify inefficiencies, build automation, and implement scalable processes that support our next phase of growth. You'll work cross-functionally with FP&A, Engineering, and Business Systems teams, helping to bridge accounting rigor with operational excellence.

Responsibilities

• Prepare journal entries and reconciliations for various accounting areas including but not limited to:
  • Leases: Ensure compliance with ASC 842, including tracking lease schedules, preparing journal entries, and working closely with FP&A and legal teams on lease-related transactions.
  • Payroll: Prepare accounting entries collaborating with People Operations, internal payroll team, and third-party payroll providers to ensure accurate and timely reporting.
• Review journal entries and reconciliations for various accounting areas including but not limited to:
  • Cash
  • Expenses
  • International transactions
• Take on new accounting areas as the business scales.
• Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts, ensuring all entries are appropriately supported and in line with GAAP.
• Prepare documentation and support for internal and external audits.
• Assist with implementing and optimizing accounting systems and tools to drive efficiency.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with FP&A, Legal, and People teams to support business initiatives and ensure accounting impacts are considered.
• Manage close reconciliation tool including identifying best practices, enhancements, and product feature roadmaps.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA or CPA track strongly preferred.
• 4–7 years of progressive accounting experience; combination of public accounting and private industry is a plus.
• Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP, particularly lease accounting (ASC 842), foreign currency (ASC 830), payroll-related accounting.
• Experience working in a high-growth or fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and adapt to shifting business needs.
• Strong attention to detail, analytical skills, and comfort working in systems such as NetSuite, or similar ERP platforms.
• Self-starter with a collaborative mindset and strong communication skills.
• Experience with close management tools, including optimization efforts.

What You Can Expect as a Vantan

• Industry-competitive compensation
• 100% covered medical, dental, and vision benefits with dependents coverage
• 16 weeks fully-paid parental Leave for all new parents
• Health & wellness and remote workplace stipends
• Family planning benefits through Carrot Fertility
• 401(k) matching
• Flexible work hours and location
• Open PTO policy
• 11 paid holidays in the US
• Offices in SF, NYC, London, Dublin, and Sydney

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