# Sr. Accountant at Betterment

- Company: Betterment
- What the company does: Betterment can help grow your money by making saving and investing easy. Invest in a tailored portfolio, set buckets for your goals, and earn rewards. Backed by Bessemer and Menlo.
- Company website: https://www.betterment.com/
- Type: Startups
- Level: Senior
- Location: Betterment HQ - New York City
- Work setup: On-site
- Pay: $110K to $130K base salary per year (USD)
- Posted: 2026-07-30
- Apply by: 2026-10-08
- Apply: https://www.betterment.com/careers/current-openings/job?gh_jid=8094734&gh_jid=8094734
- Page: https://www.1752.vc/careers/jobs/betterment-sr-accountant/

## About the role

Betterment’s Controller team plays a critical role in safeguarding the financial health of our business through detailed analysis, accurate financial reporting, and strategic financial guidance. We are looking for someone who is enthusiastic about deeply engaging with the day-to-day operations of our organization to ensure financial accuracy and strategic alignment. You are a proactive team player who thrives in cross-functional environments, ready to take initiative and solve complex problems.

## What they're looking for

- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. CPA or CMA certification preferred
- 3-5 years of experience in accounting or finance, with a strong background in both private and public industry sectors, including audit, financial reporting, and variance analysis
- Strong understanding of financial statements and US GAAP
- Demonstrated expertise in financial reporting, with a high level of accuracy and keen attention to detail in variance analysis and financial data interpretation
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to convey complex financial information to non-financial stakeholders
- Willingness to take on new challenges, responsibilities, and assignments

Tags: Finance