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We are seeking a Head of Accounting to help us successfully chart and execute the path towards our vision. In this role, you will work directly with the CFO, the Head of Payroll and Benefits, and oversee an Accounting Associate, as part of a closely knit Finance team. You will be responsible for producing all our backward-looking numbers.

We are looking for someone who can not only own all the details but is also able to think big picture about the business and partner with other teams to make our vision come true. Ideally, someone who loves to use numbers to think and is effective at solving problems that may arise outside their comfort zone.

This role is an opportunity to build and refine a global financial infrastructure in a fast-growing, remote-first company, distributed across the globe and stretching ten time zones while headquartered in San Francisco.

Your responsibilities will include

• Overseeing financial operations, including reporting, compliance, consolidations, bookkeeping, treasury, tax, transfer pricing, and accounts payable.
• Supporting international tax planning and compliance and acting as the main contact for tax authorities, ensuring compliance in the US, Norway, Puerto Rico, and beyond.
• Managing relationships with external stakeholders such as auditors and tax partners.
• Providing strategic financial insights to guide leadership decisions.

We are looking for someone who has

• Experience in accounting, financial reporting (including audits), compliance, consolidations, and tax in a global company (including working with NetSuite).
• Strong knowledge of IFRS, US GAAP, and working with international tax regulations.
• Expertise in treasury/liquidity management, payments, and accounts management.
• Experience working with external accounting firms and tax advisors.
• A problem-solving mindset with a focus on process improvements.
• Strong communication skills to liaise with tax authorities, auditors, and stakeholders.
• A strategic yet hands-on approach, balancing planning and execution.
• A degree in accounting, finance, or a related field (CPA, ACCA, or similar is a plus).
• Experience in the insurance industry (preferred but not required).

We like to work with people who

• Want to help build a global social safety net on the internet.
• Think for themselves instead of copying others.
• Are willing to try new things, even with the risk of failure.
• Are intellectually curious and open to new ideas.
• Are creative and bold in the face of any problems.
• Have strong integrity and do the right thing.

Note: If you feel strongly that you have what it takes for this role but don’t check 100% of the boxes—that’s okay—we encourage you to apply anyway and highlight what you can bring to the table.

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