Staff Accountant

Monarch is a powerful, all-in-one personal finance platform designed to help make the complexity of finances feel simple again. Since launching in 2021, we’ve become the top-recommended personal finance app by users and experts. Our goal? To take the stress out of finances so our members can focus on what truly matters.

We are a team of do-ers led by experienced entrepreneurs who are passionate about helping our members reach their financial goals. We are hyper focused on building a product people love and continuing to evolve based on user feedback.

As a fully remote company (even before COVID!), we welcome applicants from almost anywhere. Our team collaborates synchronously mostly from 9 AM – 2 PM PT and embraces asynchronous work to stay connected across time zones.

Join us on our mission to transform lives by simplifying money, together.

The Role:

Monarch is seeking a Staff Accountant to join our Accounting team during a period of significant growth and transition. Reporting to the Controller, you will play a key role in bringing accounting operations fully in-house by owning core processes like accounts payable, reconciliations, and month-end close, while helping build scalable, well-documented accounting workflows.

This is a highly hands-on role with broad exposure, offering the opportunity to see how a modern accounting function is built and improved from the ground up.

What You’ll Do:

• Own day-to-day accounting responsibilities including accounts payable, bank and credit card reconciliations, and recurring journal entries

• Support month-end close by preparing schedules, tie-outs, and journal entries to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting

• Partner with the Senior Accountant and Controller to transition processes from an outsourced provider to internal ownership

• Help improve and document accounting processes and controls to support audit readiness and scalability

• Collaborate cross-functionally with FP&A, HR, and Finance leadership to support accurate reporting and operational needs

What You’ll Bring:

• 2–4+ years of relevant accounting experience, preferably in a startup, high-growth, or similarly dynamic environment

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or a related field (CPA or CPA-track a plus)

• Hands-on experience with core accounting functions such as reconciliations, journal entries, and month-end close

• Experience working with accounting systems and tools (e.g., QuickBooks Online or similar ERP, AP and expense tools)

• Strong attention to detail, organization, and ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment

• Clear written and verbal communication skills and comfort collaborating across teams

• Self-motivated, proactive, and comfortable operating autonomously within assigned responsibilities while escalating appropriately

• Interest in process improvement, automation, and learning how accounting functions scale in a B2C / SaaS environment

Nice to Have’s:

• Experience with QuickBooks Online, Bill.com, Ramp, Stripe, or similar tools

• Prior experience helping transition accounting in-house or working alongside an outsourced accounting firm

• Exposure to subscription-based or SaaS revenue models

• Experience supporting audits or working with external auditors

Typical Process (May vary depending on role):

• Recruiter Video Call

• Hiring Manager Video Call

• Take Home Assignment

• Virtual “Onsite” Round (2–4 interviews)

• Reference Checks

• Offer

#LI-DNI

• Work wherever you want! As a fully remote company with no central office, we want you to work wherever you are happiest and most productive. Whether that’s out of your home, a co-working space, or elsewhere.

• Competitive cash and equity compensation in a hyper growth, early stage company 🚀.

• Stipend to set-up your ideal working environment.

• Competitive Benefit Plans for employees based on your location (e.g. in the US we offer: Medical, dental and vision benefits and the ability to contribute to a 401k plan).

• Unlimited PTO.

• 3 day weekend every month! We take off the “First Friday” every month to focus on rest, recuperation, or just having fun!

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.