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TripleLift

Accountant

accountingpayrollcompensationequity accountingASC 718TipaltiCartaShareworksSage IntAcctNetSuiteExcelfinanceGAAPstock-based compensationvendor invoicesinternal controls

Key details

Salary

$75K – $95K

Employment type

Full-time

Seniority

Mid-level

Years experience

3-5

Location

Detroit, Michigan, United States; New York, New York, United States

Full job description

TripleLift is seeking a detail-oriented mid-level Accountant to join the Finance team. The role involves managing end-to-end payroll processing for 400+ employees across multiple entities and regions, ensuring accurate payroll accounting, partnering with HR and payroll providers, preparing payroll tax filings, and supporting equity and stock-based compensation accounting under ASC 718. Additional responsibilities include processing vendor invoices in Tipalti, reviewing and coding invoices, resolving discrepancies, improving accounting processes, collaborating with business partners on compensation reporting, supporting audits, and assisting with special projects. Requirements include a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance, 3-5 years of relevant accounting experience preferably in tech or adtech, strong GAAP knowledge, experience with multi-state/international payroll, familiarity with ASC 718 and equity platforms like Carta or Shareworks, proficiency in accounting software such as Sage IntAcct or NetSuite, and advanced Excel skills. CPA or CPA candidate preferred. Benefits include medical, dental, vision plans, flexible PTO, and 401k with employer match. The position is full-time with hybrid remote work options, located in Detroit, MI and New York, NY.

What you'll do

  • Own end-to-end payroll processing for 400+ employees across multiple entities and regions
  • Ensure payroll is accurately recorded through journal entries, reconciliations, and month-end close activities
  • Partner with HR and external payroll providers to keep employee data accurate and resolve any discrepancies
  • Prepare and review payroll-related tax filings and compliance requirements
  • Support equity and stock-based compensation accounting under ASC 718, including grant tracking, expense calculations, and disclosures
  • Process high volumes of vendor invoices accurately and efficiently in Tipalti
  • Review invoices for proper approval, coding, and supporting documentation
  • Code invoices to appropriate general ledger accounts, cost centers, and departments
  • Resolve invoice discrepancies and respond to vendor inquiries
  • Look for opportunities to improve accounting processes and strengthen internal controls
  • Collaborate with FP&A, Revenue Operations, and other business partners on compensation-related reporting
  • Support annual audits by preparing schedules, documentation, and responding to auditor requests
  • Assist with special projects and ad hoc analyses as the business continues to grow

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
  • 3–5 years of accounting experience, ideally in a high-growth, technology, SaaS, or adtech environment
  • Strong understanding of GAAP, particularly related to payroll, compensation, expense, and equity accounting
  • Experience working with multi-state and/or international payroll
  • Familiarity with stock-based compensation accounting under ASC 718
  • Experience using equity management platforms such as Carta or Shareworks
  • Experience with accounting software (Sage IntAcct, NetSuite or similar ERP systems preferred)
  • Proficiency in Excel (pivot tables, XLookups, financial modeling)
  • Exposure to sales compensation structures and commission accounting is a plus
  • CPA or CPA candidate preferred, but not required
  • Highly detail-oriented with a strong sense of ownership and accountability
  • Excellent organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to meet deadlines
  • Clear, collaborative communicator who enjoys working cross-functionally

Tech stack

TipaltiCartaShareworksSage IntAcctNetSuiteExcel

Benefits

Medical, Dental & Vision PlansFlexible PTO401k with employer match

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