Accounting Manager

About Step

We stand for the side hustlers , the creators , the freelancers , and the investors . We are built for those who are looking to start early, to rebuild, or improve on where they are today. For people who are not afraid to take on challenges, especially when it comes to their finances.

Step is a next-generation financial services company building a better banking and borrowing experience to help people achieve financial independence as quickly as possible. We provide access to the tools, education, and opportunities to manage, build, and grow their money with confidence. Step is focused on disrupting the banking industry by delivering a differentiated, mobile-first consumer experience.

People love our product. We eclipsed over 7M million customers, and if you’re looking to join a fast-growing company with a strong mission and vision that puts people first, we want to meet you!

Step is a part of Beast Industries, a multifaceted media and entertainment company founded by Jimmy Donaldson, popularly known as MrBeast, the most-watched person in the world. Renowned for revolutionizing digital content creation, Beast Industries encompasses a diverse portfolio of ventures that extend far beyond its origins on YouTube. With a mission to entertain, inspire, and create significant social impact, Beast Industries operates across various domains, including digital media, philanthropy, consumer products, and innovative business initiatives. At Beast Industries, we believe in the transformative power of digital media and its potential to entertain, educate, and effect positive change. Our commitment to innovation, creativity, and philanthropy drives us to explore new frontiers, create unforgettable experiences, and build a legacy that inspires future generations.

The Role

Step is seeking an Accounting Manager, to play an impactful role on the finance team. This is the first dedicated accounting hire who will report directly to the Step Controller. You will own the month end close while driving key accounting initiatives, projects and process improvements shaping the future of the accounting function.

This is a high-visibility and high-ownership role. You are self-sufficient, decisive, and ready to operate within a world class finance team in a fast-scaling fintech.

Responsibilities

• Own the full-cycle close - set and manage the close calendar, prepare and review journal entries, accruals, and account reconciliations, and ensure timely and accurate period-end close on a monthly, quarterly, and annual basis
• Lead the external audit, serving as primary point of contact for auditors and manage PBC lists and inquiries
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements with complete flux and variance analysis
• Support the team on critical accounting projects, such as Step’s Quickbooks to Netsuite migration or new product launches
• Implement, and maintain corporate accounting policies, internal controls, and scalable process documentation
• Drive automation and process improvement initiatives across the accounting function, leveraging the full tech stack to reduce manual work and increase accuracy
• Review and provide quality oversight on work prepared by junior team members and outsourced accounting partners
• Partner cross-functionally with other departments on a variety of projects or requests

What You Bring

• 5–7 years of accounting experience, with a mix of public and private preferred
• CPA designation (or CPA candidate) with proven understanding of U.S. GAAP
• You've owned a full-cycle close independently
• Tech proficiency across NetSuite (required) and ideally QBO, Ramp, and Airbase
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills
• You’re an incredible teammate with a positive attitude and mindset
• You've reviewed & overseen the work of others, whether junior staff, offshore teams, or outsourced partners
• You’re highly organized, proactive and comfortable operating autonomously in a fast-paced, high-growth environment
• Advanced Microsoft Excel/Google Sheets skills, with the ability to manipulate and digest mass amounts of data
• Strong communicator with interpersonal skills to engage effectively with internal stakeholders and external partners

Bonus Points:

• Knowledge of and/or experience in the banking and payments industry
• SQL and Looker experience

Working at Step & Beast Industries

We are building a next-generation consumer and services platform with global reach and long-term ambition.

Benefits

• Competitive Salary
• Generous Medical, Dental, Vision, and company-paid Life Insurance
• 401k Plan with Safe Harbor company-matching
• Flexible vacation policy and paid company holidays
• Company-provided technology package