Financial Operations
claylabs
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90 ptsAbout Clay
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Financial Operations
Clay is looking for a Financial Operations hire to join our growing accounting team. This role will own the day to day accounting operations that keep our financial statements accurate and our business running smoothly, spanning accounts payable, cash management, and fixed assets. You will also serve as a key point of contact for employee requests and HR operations support, making this a role that blends technical accounting rigor with strong cross-functional service.
This is a great fit for someone who wants to build process and infrastructure at a fast-growing Series C company, working closely with the Controller and broader finance team as we scale our systems and controls (including our ongoing ERP transition to Campfire).
What You'll Do
Accounts Payable
Manage the full AP cycle, including invoice intake, coding, approval routing, and timely payment processing
Maintain vendor records and ensure proper documentation for audit readiness
Reconcile AP subledger to the general ledger monthly
Identify and resolve discrepancies with vendors and internal stakeholders
Cash Management
Perform daily cash monitoring and bank reconciliations across multiple entities and currencies
Support wire transfers and international payments, including coordination with banking partners
Maintain cash forecasting inputs and flag any liquidity concerns
Ensure proper segregation of duties and internal controls over cash disbursements
Fixed Assets
Maintain the fixed asset register, including additions, disposals, and depreciation schedules
Ensure proper capitalization policies are followed in accordance with company policy and US GAAP
Partner with Engineering and Workplace teams on asset tracking and physical verification
Support monthly and annual depreciation entries and reconciliations
Employee & HR Operations Support
Serve as a point of contact for employee expense reports, reimbursements, and related inquiries
Own day to day administration of Clay's corporate travel program, including booking tool support and vendor relationship management
Support payroll related accounting entries and reconciliations in partnership with the Payroll team
Assist with onboarding and offboarding processes as they relate to finance systems access and equipment
Collaborate with People Ops on policy questions that touch finance (travel, expense, equity related requests)
General Accounting
Prepare journal entries and supporting schedules for month end close
Contribute to the accuracy and timeliness of financial statements
Support internal and external audit requests with organized documentation
Identify opportunities to improve and automate existing processes, particularly as Clay continues its ERP implementation
What You'll Bring
3 to 5 years of relevant accounting or financial operations experience, ideally in a high-growth SaaS or startup environment
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
Strong working knowledge of AP, cash reconciliation, and fixed asset accounting
Comfort operating in a fast-paced environment with evolving systems and processes
Excellent attention to detail and a service-oriented mindset when supporting internal stakeholders
Experience with modern finance tools (NetSuite, Rippling, Ramp, or similar) is a plus
CPA or progress toward CPA is a plus but not required
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