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Senior Accountant (Annapolis, MD)
PorterUnited StatesRemotefull_timeVerifiedPosted 30 Jun 2025
About the role
Porter is growing, come join our Finance & Accounting Team!
Porter is a fast-growing startup seeking a smart, proactive, and hands-on Senior Accountant to join our lean but ambitious team in finance and operations. Reporting directly to the CFO, you will help run day-to-day finance operations and support strategic initiatives that drive our growth. This is a high-impact, high-autonomy role for someone who thrives in a startup environment, can identify needs before they're obvious, and enjoys building processes from the ground up.
What You'll Do· Accounting & Bookkeeping: Support (or lead) monthly close, journal entries, GL reconciliations, and ensure accurate financial reporting.· Payroll & Benefits Administration: Coordinate payroll processing, onboard new hires in payroll systems, and support benefits tracking and reporting.· Cash Management: Monitor cash flow, help manage payables/receivables, and assist with banking relationships.· Financial Forecasting & Budgeting: Work with the CFO to build and maintain budgets, forecasts, and scenario models.· Process Building: Create and refine finance and operational processes, including automation and documentation.· Ad-hoc Projects: From fundraising support to audits to tooling—pitch in wherever needed.
What We're Looking For· 3–6 years of experience in finance, accounting, or operations—ideally in a startup, SaaS, or high-growth environment.· Strong foundational knowledge of GAAP and accounting principles.· Experience with QuickBooks, Excel/Google Sheets, HRIS platforms and preferably financial modeling tools.· Demonstrated ability to independently manage tasks from end to end, spot gaps, and propose solutions.· Highly organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable working in ambiguity.· Strong communication skills and a team-oriented mindset.· Bonus: CPA, experience with state registrations/tax filings, or experience scaling early-stage finance operations.Non-Negotiables:· This position is remote with travel to the CFO's home once a week or more if necessary. What We OfferAnnual SalaryMedical, dental, and vision benefits within 30 days of startWork from Home Environment: Laptop + MonitorProfessional Growth OpportunityPaid vacation and holidaysA fun team and special culture
Porter is a fast-growing startup seeking a smart, proactive, and hands-on Senior Accountant to join our lean but ambitious team in finance and operations. Reporting directly to the CFO, you will help run day-to-day finance operations and support strategic initiatives that drive our growth. This is a high-impact, high-autonomy role for someone who thrives in a startup environment, can identify needs before they're obvious, and enjoys building processes from the ground up.
What You'll Do· Accounting & Bookkeeping: Support (or lead) monthly close, journal entries, GL reconciliations, and ensure accurate financial reporting.· Payroll & Benefits Administration: Coordinate payroll processing, onboard new hires in payroll systems, and support benefits tracking and reporting.· Cash Management: Monitor cash flow, help manage payables/receivables, and assist with banking relationships.· Financial Forecasting & Budgeting: Work with the CFO to build and maintain budgets, forecasts, and scenario models.· Process Building: Create and refine finance and operational processes, including automation and documentation.· Ad-hoc Projects: From fundraising support to audits to tooling—pitch in wherever needed.
What We're Looking For· 3–6 years of experience in finance, accounting, or operations—ideally in a startup, SaaS, or high-growth environment.· Strong foundational knowledge of GAAP and accounting principles.· Experience with QuickBooks, Excel/Google Sheets, HRIS platforms and preferably financial modeling tools.· Demonstrated ability to independently manage tasks from end to end, spot gaps, and propose solutions.· Highly organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable working in ambiguity.· Strong communication skills and a team-oriented mindset.· Bonus: CPA, experience with state registrations/tax filings, or experience scaling early-stage finance operations.Non-Negotiables:· This position is remote with travel to the CFO's home once a week or more if necessary. What We OfferAnnual SalaryMedical, dental, and vision benefits within 30 days of startWork from Home Environment: Laptop + MonitorProfessional Growth OpportunityPaid vacation and holidaysA fun team and special culture
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