Accounting Lead | AI-powered SaaS scale-up | First Accounting hire | $120,000 - $165,000 + Equity

talentedgeNew York (NY)

Accounting Lead | AI-powered SaaS scale-up | First Accounting hire | $120,000 - $165,000 + Equity

Posted 4 days ago

talentedgeNew York (NY)

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Accounting Lead | AI-powered SaaS scale-up | First Accounting hire | $120,000 - $165,000 + EquityI’m currently working with a Series A AI-powered B2B SaaS scale-up that is looking to make its first dedicated accounting hire in New York. The business has raised $30m in its Series A from a group of leading VCs and is building AI-powered software that is changing how law firms manage time, billing and legal work. The team is still incredibly lean, so this is a genuine opportunity to join early and have a significant impact.

The role: You’ll take ownership of the accounting function and help build the processes, systems and controls needed as the company scales. Profile:

4+ years progressive accounting experience
Big 4 CPA & experience within a high-growth tech business
Has strong month-end close experience
Is highly proficient with Excel / Google Sheets & SQL(Plus)
Enjoys building rather than inheriting established processes
Strong with AI
Is comfortable working in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment
Takes ownership and is happy to roll up their sleeves

The package:📍 NYC, Midtown | On-site💰 $120k–$165k + equity🚀 Series A B2B SaaS💸 Equity benchmarked around the 95th percentile of the market This would suit someone who wants to get in early, work closely with an experienced finance leader and build an accounting function from the ground up. TalentEdge are specialist finance recruiters supporting VC-backed startups, scale-ups and technology businesses across New York and London.

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