Sr. Accountant
- Compensation
- $131.6K–$172K / yr
- Location
- Palo Alto, CA
- Work setup
- Not specified
- Seniority
- Senior
- Employment
- Not specified
- Experience
- 3+ years
- Category
- Finance
- Posted
Skills
Must have
- 3–5 years of accounting experience; fast-paced tech company background a plus
- Accounting or finance degree preferred
- Strong foundation in US GAAP and general ledger accounting
- Proficiency in a major ERP system (NetSuite experience is a bonus)
- Advanced Excel skills and comfort working with large data sets
- Experience managing US auditor and service provider relationships, including coordinating requests, deliverables, and deadlines
- High attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Clear communicator who can explain accounting concepts to non-accounting stakeholders
- Self-starter mindset — you don't wait to be told what needs to be fixed
Nice to have
- Experience at a public company or in the technology/digital advertising industry
- Exposure to SOX compliance and internal controls
- Experience in system implementations
- Experience in utilizing AI to streamline manual tasks
Full description
About AppLovin
AppLovin makes technologies that help businesses of every size connect to their ideal customers. The company provides end-to-end advertising solutions for businesses to reach, monetize and grow their global audiences. For more information about AppLovin, visit: .
To deliver on this mission, our global team is composed of team members with life experiences, backgrounds, and perspectives that mirror our developers and customers around the world. At AppLovin, we are intentional about the team and culture we are building, seeking candidates who are outstanding in their own right and also demonstrate their support of others.
The Role:
AppLovin is looking for a detail-oriented Senior Accountant to join our US accounting team. You'll own key parts of the monthly close cycle, ensure accurate financial reporting, and help build the processes that support AppLovin's continued growth. This is a high-visibility role with direct exposure to the broader finance organization.
What You'll Do
- Own and execute month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close activities including journal entries, accruals, and reclassifications
- Perform balance sheet reconciliations and ensure accounts are properly supported on a timely basis
- Support accounting and reporting activities across areas such leases, intangibles, corporate accounting, and other general accounting functions, depending on business needs.
- Prepare and review financial schedules for management reporting and external audit support
- Identify and implement process improvements to enhance accuracy and efficiency of the close
- Collaborate cross-functionally with FP&A, Tax, Legal, and business partners to ensure completeness of accounting
- Support US external auditors during quarterly reviews and the annual audit
- Assist with technical accounting research and documentation as needed
What We're Looking For
- 3–5 years of accounting experience; fast-paced tech company background a plus
- Accounting or finance degree preferred
- Strong foundation in US GAAP and general ledger accounting
- Proficiency in a major ERP system (NetSuite experience is a bonus)
- Advanced Excel skills and comfort working with large data sets
- Experience managing US auditor and service provider relationships, including coordinating requests, deliverables, and deadlines
- High attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Clear communicator who can explain accounting concepts to non-accounting stakeholders