Senior Accountant, International at Strava

London, England, United Kingdom

Apply Now

Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

TechnologyIndustries

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field. Chartered Accountant, CPA, or ACCA qualification
4+ years of accounting experience, including work with international or multi-entity environments and US-based technology companies
Solid understanding of US GAAP and familiarity with local GAAP/statutory reporting requirements in at least one of Strava’s international markets (UK, Ireland, France, Germany, Brazil)
Experience supporting audits and statutory filings, with strong documentation and compliance focus
Exposure to SOX/internal controls or public company readiness initiatives
Proficiency with ERP systems (NetSuite or similar), and strong Excel/financial systems skills
Excellent communication and collaboration skills to work effectively with cross-functional teams across geographies
(Preferred) Experience preparing statutory financial statements across multiple jurisdictions
(Preferred) Prior experience in a public company environment or supporting IPO readiness
(Preferred) Familiarity with close management tools (e.g., FloQast) or other financial automation systems, as well as Netsuite multi-book
(Preferred) Strong problem-solving and analytical skills

Responsibilities

Own key aspects of the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes for Strava’s international subsidiaries (UK, Ireland, France, Germany, Brazil), ensuring accuracy and timeliness under US GAAP
Prepare and review journal entries, reconciliations, and supporting schedules, maintaining strong documentation and compliance with internal policies
Support the preparation of statutory financial statements and filings under local GAAP, partnering with external service providers and local advisors as needed
Assist with internal and external audits, providing accurate documentation and analysis to support audit requirements
Contribute to Strava’s public company readiness by supporting SOX compliance, documenting and testing controls, and identifying opportunities to strengthen processes
Partner cross-functionally with US Accounting, Tax, Finance, and Legal teams to ensure consistent accounting treatment and strong financial controls across entities
Support continuous improvement efforts by helping refine processes, implement best practices, and leverage Netsuite, Floqast and other tools to drive efficiency and accuracy

Skills

US GAAP

Journal Entries

Account Reconciliations

Month-End Close

Quarter-End Close

Year-End Close

Statutory Reporting

SOX Compliance

Internal Controls

Strava

Fitness tracking and social networking platform

About Strava

Strava is a digital platform that allows athletes and fitness enthusiasts to record, track, and analyze their physical activities, offering metrics like speed, pace, and distance. It operates on a freemium model, providing basic services for free while charging for premium features such as advanced training plans and detailed activity breakdowns. Strava distinguishes itself from competitors through its social networking aspect, enabling users to share activities and connect with others, fostering a supportive community. The goal of Strava is to enhance the fitness experience by providing valuable performance insights and encouraging community engagement.

San Francisco, CaliforniaHeadquarters

2009Year Founded

$147.3MTotal Funding

SERIES_FCompany Stage

Consumer Software, Social ImpactIndustries

501-1,000Employees

Benefits

100% company paid benefits for employees and families

Flexible paid time off

$2,000 annual professional development stipend

Paid time off for volunteering

401(k) Plan with company matching

$1000 annual gear stipend

$500 annual gym reimbursement

Onsite fitness rooms with showers, lockers, and towel service

Weekly team workouts

Free yoga classes

Secure bike storage

Twice weekly dinner for those working late

Monthly happy hours

Dog days

Cell phone reimbursement

Snacks & stocked kitchens

Risks

Increased competition from evolving fitness apps may attract users away from Strava.

Over-reliance on partnerships like Apple Fitness may not ensure long-term growth.

Integration with third-party apps could lead to data privacy concerns affecting user trust.

Differentiation

Strava combines fitness tracking with social networking, fostering a unique community experience.

The platform offers a freemium model, attracting a wide range of users globally.

Strava's compatibility with most GPS devices enhances its accessibility and user base.

Upsides

Partnership with Apple Fitness+ expands Strava's reach and user engagement.

Integration with Mibro Fit enhances user experience and social connectivity.

Growing trend of virtual fitness challenges aligns with Strava's community-driven events.

Land your dream remote job 3x faster with AI

Try Jobo Free