Accounting Subject Matter Expert
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 19, 2026. First seen by Alion on Aug 3, 2026. Rillet scores B on the Alion truth index.
What We Do
Rillet serves accounting and finance teams, the financial brains of their companies. Our job is to help them run the numbers with impossible speed, accuracy, and insight.
Rillet is the Agentic ERP built for modern finance teams. We help companies automate the most critical parts of finance, from closing the books and recognizing revenue to consolidating entities and reporting to investors. More than 600 companies run on Rillet, including Mercor, Scribe, and Function Health, and we partner with leading accounting firms including EY and KPMG.
We’re building in one of the largest software markets in the world, with the momentum to match. Rillet has raised more than $200M, is valued at $1B, and is backed by Sequoia, a16z, ICONIQ, Bain Capital Ventures, Oak HC/FT, and other leading investors. We’re using that backing to build the financial infrastructure for the next generation of companies and help every business run its numbers at the speed of AI.
Who We Are
Rillet’s pace is not for everyone. Intelligence is table stakes. To succeed here, you need extreme speed, agency, and flexibility.
The people who thrive at Rillet do not wait for assignments. They internalize the mission, design a strategy, and bring back results that are better, faster, and more creative than a manager could have asked for.
Our work revolves around our customers. The people who succeed here are energized by delivering what matters most, even when it was not part of the original plan.
Rillet is built on deep accounting expertise, and it takes people from many disciplines to build a category-defining company. You do not need to be an accountant to thrive here. You do need to care deeply about the problems we solve and the impact our customers can create. Together, we combine the precision of accounting with the speed, creativity, and ambition of AI-native software to power the financial core of the world’s fastest-growing companies while redefining what finance teams should expect from their software.
Who We Need
We’re building an industry-defining accounting and finance platform and looking for an accounting expert with strong instincts for accounting systems and process. You’ll play a critical role in shaping a product that meets the complex needs of finance professionals. Your background in accounting will help bridge the gap between users, engineers, and designers. You’ll work closely with customers and internal teams to translate complex workflows and compliance requirements into intuitive product features that solve real-world problems.
We’re looking for teammates who are based near our New York City or San Francisco offices, or open to relocating. Our hybrid schedule brings the team together in person on Tuesdays and Thursdays, plus one additional flexible day each week. Some roles may spend more time in the office depending on the needs of the team.
What You’ll Do
Act as the subject matter expert on technical accounting topics
Translate complex accounting workflows and compliance needs into product requirements and specs.
Define, prioritize, and execute features that align with customer needs and business goals.
Partner closely with engineers and designers to deliver accurate, intuitive solutions.
Gather feedback from customers, internal stakeholders, and the market to inform product development.
Create product documentation, release notes, and training materials.
Support QA and user acceptance testing for finance-related features.
Who We're Looking For
5+ years of experience in accounting, audit, or accounting operations experience.
2+ years of experience owning accounting processes, with a track record of creating operational efficiencies through use of AI and other new technology.
Proven experience in accounting and finance and working with ERP systems such as NetSuite, SAP, QuickBooks, Sage, or Oracle.
Strong project management and organizational skills, with the ability to juggle multiple priorities.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, including collaborating across technical and non-technical teams.
Thrive in fast-paced, startup environments, with a sharp eye for detail and process improvement.
Experience with SaaS revenue recognition and ASC 606 is a strong plus.
The expected base salary range for this role is $150,000-$220,000 in New York City and San Francisco. Final compensation within this range will depend on factors including skills, experience, qualifications, and the scope of the role. This role is also eligible for equity and benefits.
Note: All official Rillet recruiting communications will come from an @rillet.com email address. If you’re contacted from another domain, please disregard the message and report it as spam.
Life at Rillet
Grow with us. Take meaningful ownership, expand your scope, and make an impact as Rillet scales.
Competitive pay and meaningful equity. Be rewarded for the value you help create.
Benefits that support you. We offer competitive benefits designed to support your health, wellbeing, time away from work, family, and long-term financial goals.
Better together. We value collaboration, connection, and spending meaningful time together as a team. We regularly create opportunities to connect through team meals, events, and company gatherings.