Accounting Manager II

Summary

Join Instacart's Finance team as a General Accountant and oversee accounting for capitalized website development projects, fixed assets, inventory, and accrued expenses. You will manage accounting processes, prepare reports, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and ensure compliance with GAAP. This remote role requires a BA/BS in Accounting or Finance, 7+ years of relevant experience, and strong analytical and communication skills. Instacart offers competitive compensation and benefits, including equity grants, and a flexible work environment.

Requirements

• BA/BS degree in Accounting or Finance
• 7+ years of progressive accounting experience, focusing on capitalized costs, fixed assets, inventory, and accrued expenses
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and relevant accounting standards
• Experience in a fast-paced, growth-oriented organization
• Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across teams

Responsibilities

• Oversee accounting for capitalized website development projects, ensuring accurate capitalization and compliance with relevant accounting standards
• Manage fixed asset accounting, including acquisition, depreciation, and disposal processes, ensuring compliance with GAAP
• Supervise inventory accounting, including valuation, costing, and reconciliations to support effective inventory management
• Oversee accounting functions for insurance, including policy tracking, premium allocation, and claims processing
• Prepare and review detailed schedules and reports to support financial statements and disclosures related to capitalized projects, fixed assets, inventory, and accruals
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (e.g., Product Development, Procurement, and Operations) to ensure seamless data integration and accurate reporting
• Serve as a key contact for inquiries related to capitalized website development, fixed assets, inventory, and insurance accounting
• Utilize and maintain accounting software and systems relevant to capitalized projects and asset management
• Ensure timely period-end closing and operational activities in accordance with US GAAP standards
• Review monthly journal entries related to fixed assets, inventory, and insurance, along with related balance sheet reconciliations
• Monitor and update accounting policies to ensure consistency with GAAP and address changes in business practices
• Track the completion of internal controls and manage escalation processes with relevant business partners
• Prepare and review monthly management reports, analyses, and ad hoc reporting as needed
• Assist with compliance and audits as required
• Provide consultation to business partners on accounting issues related to capitalized projects and asset management

Preferred Qualifications

• CPA (or equivalent)
• Prior exposure to high-growth, fast-paced startup environments

Benefits

• Highly market-competitive compensation and benefits
• Remote work
• New hire equity grant
• Annual refresh grants