Senior Accountant

Posted Mar 31

At Webflow, our mission is to bring development superpowers to everyone. Webflow is the leading visual development platform for building powerful websites without writing code. By combining modern web development technologies into one platform, Webflow enables people to build websites visually, saving engineering time, while clean code seamlessly generates in the background. From independent designers and creative agencies to Fortune 500 companies, millions worldwide use Webflow to be more nimble, creative, and collaborative. It’s the web, made better.

We’re looking for a Sr. Accountant to help us scale our Accounting systems & processes to support Webflow's mission of bringing development superpowers to everyone!

About the role 

  • Location: Remote-first (United States; BC & ON, Canada) 
  • Full-time 
  • Exempt
  • The cash compensation for this role is tailored to align with the cost of labor in different geographic markets. We've structured the base pay ranges for this role into zones for our geographic markets, and the specific base pay within the range will be determined by the candidate’s geographic location, job-related experience, knowledge, qualifications, and skills.
  1. United States (all figures cited below in USD and pertain to workers in the United States)
  2. Zone A: [$91,300 - $118,650]
  3. Zone B: [$85,800 -$111,600]
  4. Zone C: [$80,300 -$104,400]
  • Please visit our Careers page for more information on which locations are included in each of our geographic pay zones. However, please confirm the zone for your specific location with your recruiter.
  • Report to the Assistant Controller

As a Sr. Accountant you’ll … 

  • Own key areas of the general ledger monthly close process, including recording transactions, booking cash entries, performing bank reconciliations, preparing prepaids reconciliation, fixed assets, reconciling expense report payments, Netsuite payments, etc.
  • Identify key drivers for monthly flux analysis as part of month-end close
  • Support the informational requirements for audits and other regulatory requirements from governmental agencies
  • Assist with audits, including preparation of PBCs and sample support
  • Support the 1099 year-end process for completeness, accuracy, and compliance
  • Assist with the development, documentation and maintenance of corporate accounting policies, procedures, and controls for Webflow
  • Proactively identify areas of efficiency, and implement improvements to drive reductions in our time to close the books
  • Support system implementations, including Blackline and other tools used in financial reporting
  • Support global expansion efforts, including statutory reporting in local countries
  • Support key business stakeholders and work cross functionally with Procurement, IT, Engineering, Product, HR, and outside consultants

In addition to the responsibilities outlined above, at Webflow we will support you in identifying where your interests and development opportunities lie and we'll help you incorporate them into your role.

About you 

You’ll thrive as a Sr. Accountant if you:

  • Have an active CPA license, or are in the active pursuit of a CPA license, and possess strong understanding of GAAP and accounting principles
  • Have 2+ years of public accounting experience
  • Have General Ledger accounting experience with knowledge in preparing journal entries and performing month-end procedures
  • Are accustomed to managing a large transaction volume
  • Are experienced working in a fast paced environment where processes and procedures are being developed
  • Are a detail-oriented individual with a high sense of urgency and exceptional organizational skills
  • Possess strong communication skills and have a proactive, can-do attitude.

Even if you don’t meet 100% of the above qualifications, you should still seriously consider applying. Research shows that you may still be considered for a role if you meet just half of the requirements.

Our Core Behaviors:

  • Obsess over customer experience. We deeply understand what we’re building and who we’re building for and serving. We define the leading edge of what’s possible in our industry and deliver the future for our customers.
  • Move with heartfelt urgency. We have a healthy relationship with impatience, channeling it thoughtfully to show up better and faster for our customers and for each other. Time is the most limited thing we have, and we make the most of every moment.
  • Say the hard thing with care. Our best work often comes from intelligent debate, critique, and even difficult conversations. We speak our minds and don’t sugarcoat things — and we do so with respect, maturity, and care.
  • Make your mark. We seek out new and unique ways to create meaningful impact, and we champion the same from our colleagues. We work as a team to get the job done, and we go out of our way to celebrate and reward those going above and beyond for our customers and our teammates.

Benefits & wellness

  • Equity ownership (RSUs) in a growing, privately-owned company
  • 100% employer-paid healthcare, vision, and dental insurance coverage for employees and dependents (US; full-time Canadian workers working 30+ hours per week), as well as Health Savings Account/Health Reimbursement Account, dependent on insurance plan selection. Employees also have voluntary insurance options, such as life, disability, hospital protection, accident, and critical illness
  • 12 weeks of paid parental leave for both birthing and non-birthing caregivers, as well as an additional 6-8 weeks of pregnancy disability for birthing parents to be used before child bonding leave. Employees also have access to family planning care and reimbursement
  • Flexible PTO with an mandatory annual minimum of 10 days paid time off, and sabbatical program
  • Access to mental wellness coaching, therapy, and Employee Assistance Program
  • Monthly stipends to support health and wellness, as well as smart work, and annual stipends to support professional growth
  • Professional career coaching, internal learning & development programs
  • 401k plan and financial wellness benefits, like CPA or financial advisor coverage
  • Commuter benefits for in-office workers

Temporary employees are not eligible for paid holiday time off, accrued paid time off, paid leaves of absence, or company-sponsored perks.

Be you, with us

At Webflow, equality is a core tenet of our culture. We are committed to building an inclusive global team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, beliefs, and experiences. Employment decisions are made on the basis of job-related criteria without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other classification protected by applicable law.

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Please note:

To join Webflow, you'll need valid U.S. or Canadian work authorization depending on the country of employment.

If you are extended an offer, that offer may be contingent upon your successful completion of a background check, which will be conducted in accordance with applicable laws. We may obtain one or more background screening reports about you, solely for employment purposes.

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