Bookkeeper

As a Bookkeeper at Rilla, your responsibilities encompass the complete management of accounting operations, including month-end close processes, corporate tax management, subscription billing and revenue recognition, accounts payable, and invoice reconciliation. You'll also track cash collection, sales tax compliance, and oversee corporate credit card and commercial insurance management.

To be considered for the Bookkeeper position at Rilla, candidates should have at least 2 years of experience in an accounting firm, ideally with SaaS clients. Strong knowledge of GAAP accounting practices, hands-on experience with QuickBooks and NetSuite, along with advanced spreadsheet capabilities, are essential. A CPA certification and a degree in Accounting or Finance are also required.

The work culture at Rilla is dynamic and encourages a team-oriented environment. As a Bookkeeper, you’ll be expected to collaborate closely with the Head of Finance & Operations while maintaining a high degree of intellectual curiosity. Rilla values customer obsession, risk-taking, and a hands-on approach, making it an exciting workplace for individuals who thrive in fast-paced settings.

Rilla fosters a growth-oriented environment for its Bookkeeper team members by encouraging learning and development. Employees are offered opportunities to partner closely with leadership, allowing them to build foundational processes that can sustain rapid growth. Our culture supports feedback, innovation, and continuous improvement.

The compensation package for the Bookkeeper position at Rilla ranges from $120k to $170k USD and includes significant equity and a comprehensive benefits package. This reflects our commitment to attracting top talent and ensuring your hard work and dedication is rewarded.

When answering this question, highlight specific experiences where you applied GAAP principles in your previous roles. Share examples of how adhering to these practices impacted financial reporting and compliance, emphasizing your understanding and commitment to accuracy in financial operations.

To answer this question, describe specific steps you've taken in month-end close processes, including timelines, tools used, and your role in ensuring accuracy. Provide examples of challenges faced and how you resolved them, illustrating your organizational skills and attention to detail.

Share your experiences using QuickBooks and NetSuite, along with any other relevant accounting software. Discuss the specific tasks you accomplished using these tools, such as managing accounts payable and revenue recognition, demonstrating your proficiency and capability to contribute right away.

Use the STAR method to describe a specific situation where you encountered a complex problem. Discuss the thought process and actions taken to analyze the issue, how you mobilized resources or sought input from team members, and what the outcome was, thereby showcasing your problem-solving skills.

In your response, provide a strategy you use to manage multiple tasks efficiently, such as creating to-do lists or adopting project management tools. Highlight a specific example where prioritizing effectively led to meeting deadlines without compromising quality.

Share specific examples from your previous roles that illustrate your familiarity with subscription billing cycles and revenue recognition standards. Discuss how your knowledge contributed to a smooth accounting operation and compliance with reporting requirements.

Outline your methods for conducting thorough checks and reviews of financial reports before submission. Including cross-referencing with primary documents and collaborating with colleagues can illustrate your commitment to accuracy and teamwork.

Discuss your familiarity with corporate tax regulations and previous experience handling tax planning or compliance. Share any specific achievements regarding minimizing tax liabilities or improving tax processes in your previous roles.

Communicate your passion for accuracy, problem-solving, and supporting business growth through effective accounting practices. Talk about how being part of a dynamic team and contributing to company success drives your motivation and job satisfaction.

Choose a specific instance where you received constructive feedback and explain the steps you took in response. Discuss how this feedback led to your professional growth and how you implemented changes based on insights provided by colleagues or supervisors.