About the job

Self Financial, Inc. helps consumers establish and build credit history. We are a venture-backed, financial services startup based in Austin, TX. At Self, our mission is to help millions of people build credit and save money on their journey toward financial security.

There are about 100 million people in the US who have low credit scores or who have no access to credit at all. Sadly, there aren’t many options for these people. Most banks aren’t doing anything material to change the situation because it’s not profitable for them to do so. Bad credit or no credit history can be barriers to renting an apartment or getting certain jobs, let alone buying a car or house. And if you can get a loan with a low credit score, you’re very likely to pay a lot more in interest over the life of that loan.

Our team is passionate about challenging the status quo of the credit industry by giving people accessible and affordable tools to take control of their credit. Executing on our mission requires deep collaboration across our teams to ensure our products reach the people who can most benefit from them.

We're looking for people who share a passion for our mission and relate to why we do what we do. At Self, we want to work with people who are driven to tackle challenges, bring unique perspectives, find solutions and help make the financial space a better place for our consumers. We recognize that it takes different people and personalities to make our products – and our company – truly great. We only seek the best.

If you are someone who is equally passionate as we are, we want to chat with you.

About the Role: The Senior Accountant 1 will report to the Assistant Controllerand is primarily responsible for maintaining the accuracy of the companies accounting records by analyzing, recording and reconciling transactions in the general ledger. The Senior Accountant 1 will also work with the Senior Accountant 3 on various activities and will assist with accounts receivable and payable processing. 

Requirements:

●     Minimum of 3 years experience in accounting

●     Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance, Master's degree or CPA preferred

●     Understanding of GL structure and accounting control requirements

●     Willingness to follow process without exceptions in a highly confidential manner

●     Attention to detail and exceptional time management

●     Knowledge Quickbooks Online and/or Netsuite a huge plus

●     Knowledge of Google products, including Gmail, Google Docs, and Google Sheets a plus

●     Ability to independently problem solve

●     Collaborative spirit and process improvement mindset

Responsibilities:

●     Prepare journal entries and reconciliations to support 5 day close including cash accounts, prepaids, and fixed assets.

●     Monitor accounts payable cutoff and propose accruals

●     Manage cash and credit card reconciliations

●     Work closely with business to understand commitments

●     Work closely with finance to explain budget variances

●     Prepare flux analysis for presentation to management

●     Support quarterly and annual audit process

●     Other accounting duties as assigned.

●     Provide suggestions for process improvements

Company Benefits:

Our compensation and benefits are competitive, but there's one thing that Self Financial can offer that many startups cannot: we can positively change the world, while making a profit. Over 64 million adults in the U.S. do not have a credit score due to a lack of credit history. Self is solving this problem with innovative technology and partnerships.

Our perks include:

●     Competitive Pay

●     Quarterly bonuses

●     Stock options

●     Generous employer-paid health, vision and dental insurance coverage

●     Enjoy our vacation policy – there is no policy, balance matters

●     Educational assistance

●     Free gym membership

●     Remote work arrangements/ Flexible work schedule (due to the pandemic)

Our downtown office is open for those who want to take advantage of working onsite.

How we act with each other is how we act with our customers. We are direct, transparent and respectful, and we hope you embrace that approach.