Senior Accountant

Job description

Who We Are Tomo is a digital mortgage company on a mission to eliminate the greed and complexity in lending, helping homebuyers save thousands of dollars. Our AI-driven customer experience makes the lending process faster, less frustrating, and more affordable. By passing these savings directly to homebuyers, we eliminate excessive fees and inflated rates that cost Americans billions each year. Backed by top-tier venture investors, including Ribbit, Citi Ventures, NFX and Progressive Insurance, Tomo is poised to become one of the most valuable fintech startups of our generation. ABOUT THE ROLE We are seeking a Senior Accountant to help assist with our month-end close process and manage complex general ledger accounting functions. This role is focused primarily on technical accounting, with additional operational support responsibilities. The ideal candidate has strong hands-on experience with GL reconciliations, accrual accounting, and financial close processes, along with exceptional attention to detail in a fast-paced fintech environment. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES TECHNICAL ACCOUNTING (75%) - Assist with month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes - Prepare, review, and post complex journal entries - Perform GL, balance sheet, intercompany, and bank reconciliations - Analyze account activity and prepare variance explanations - Maintain fixed asset schedules, including capitalization, depreciation, and disposals - Manage lease accounting entries (ASC 842 or similar) - Prepare and maintain accrual schedules and supporting documentation - Support financial reporting, audits, and compliance requirements - Investigate and resolve accounting discrepancies - Ensure accurate account coding and classification OPERATIONAL SUPPORT (25%) - Support AP processes, including invoice and credit card expense review - Document and improve accounting processes and procedures - Assist with training and process improvements QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED EXPERIENCE - 4+ years of hands-on general ledger accounting experience - Strong experience with: - Month-end close processes - Bank and balance sheet reconciliations - Fixed asset accounting - Lease accounting (ASC 842 or similar) - Accrual accounting and journal entries - Corporate accounting experience - Experience working in fast-paced or growing organizations TECHNICAL SKILLS - Experience with ERP systems such as NetSuite, Dynamics 365, Workday, or similar - Advanced Excel skills - Familiarity with GL reconciliation tools preferred COMPETENCIES - Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy - Highly organized and methodical approach - Strong communication and documentation skills - Ability to independently manage deadlines and priorities - Strong problem-solving skills - Honest and transparent approach to experience and capabilities EDUCATION - Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field - CPA or CPA candidate preferred PREFERRED EXPERIENCE - Fintech or mortgage lending experience - Big 4 audit or accounting background - Experience with accounting systems (NetSuite, LoanVision, Ramp, FloQast, or similar) - Multi-entity or multi-location accounting experience - Process improvement or accounting system implementation experience WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR We’re looking for someone who: - Is a GL expert - Has direct, hands-on accounting experience - Can independently own the month-end close process - Works carefully, accurately, and methodically - Communicates clearly and documents thoroughly - Brings strong judgment and problem-solving skills to complex accounting issues Employee Benefits We strive to anticipate your needs in order for you to be a healthy, motivated, and happy team member. We provide a variety of competitive benefits including (but not limited to): - Equity Ownership: All teammates receive stock options—we win together - Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision plans for you and your dependents with some plans 100% covered - Work-life balance and a generous paid time off policy - In order to support teammates who become parents, Tomo Mortgage provides paid parental leave - 401(k) retirement plan