Job Description

Accounting Manager

Remote (Pittsburgh, PA headquarters)

About BlastPoint

BlastPoint is a B2B data analytics startup founded in 2016, located in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. We are a tight-knit, forward-thinking team giving companies the power to solve business problems through discovering the humans in their data and understanding how they think. Serving diverse industries including energy and finance, BlastPoint's software platform helps companies plan solutions to customer-facing challenges.

We're looking for our first full-time in house Accounting Manager to help us professionalize and scale our accounting and finance operations.

The Role

This is a high-impact, hands-on role responsible for owning the accounting function day-to-day while helping build the systems, processes, and controls needed to scale.

You will work closely with leadership and external partners to ensure accurate financials, improve close processes, and support audit, tax, and compliance efforts.

This role is ideal for someone who thrives in ambiguity, enjoys building from scratch, and is looking for a clear path with potential growth opportunities leading to Sr. Manager, Director and ultimately Controller.

What You'll Do (Key Responsibilities and Expectations)

Own the Close & Financial Reporting

• Manage and improve the monthly close process (target: 510 business days)
• Prepare and maintain P&L, balance sheet, and cash flow statements
• Perform reconciliations and resolve inconsistencies across financials
• Deliver accurate, timely reporting to leadership

Manage Accounting Operations & External Partners

• Oversee AP/AR, billing, invoicing, and expense tracking
• Coordinate payroll with external providers
• Act as the primary point of contact for outsourced accounting (e.g., IBEX)
• Review work, ensure quality, and drive accountability

Own Revenue & Balance Sheet Integrity

• Own and refine ASC 606 revenue recognition
• Manage contracts, billing schedules, and deferred revenue
• Ensure accuracy across key balance sheet areas:
• Deferred revenue
• Prepaids
• Accruals
• AR/AP timing
• Partner with Sales and Finance on deal structure and forecasting inputs

Build Scalable Systems & Processes

• Improve and maintain accounting systems (QuickBooks, Fathom, etc.)
• Develop and document repeatable processes (close, accruals, revenue)
• Establish appropriate internal controls without adding unnecessary complexity
• Identify workflow gaps and implement improvements

Cash Management & Financial Visibility

• Track cash position, burn rate, and runway
• Monitor collections and cash flow trends
• Provide clear visibility into financial performance and risks

Audit, Compliance & Investor Readiness

• Maintain clean, audit-ready financials
• Prepare support schedules and documentation for audits and diligence
• Coordinate with auditors and tax advisors (including sales tax and compliance)
• Respond to information requests from investors

Cross-Functional Partnership & Scaling

• Collaborate with Leadership, Sales, and Operations to align financials with business activity
• Support forecasting, planning, and board-level reporting
• Help evolve the function from reactive accounting ? scalable, structured finance operations

What You Bring (Must-Haves)

• 4+ years of accounting experience, preferably in a startup or high-growth environment
• Strong understanding of GAAP and SaaS revenue recognition (ASC 606)
• Experience owning the monthly close process end-to-end
• Hands-on experience with accounting systems (QuickBooks, NetSuite, or similar)
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to move quickly and prioritize effectively
• Ability to operate independently and take full ownership of outcomes
• Strong communication skills and ability to partner cross-functionally

What Success Looks Like

First 36 months:

• Close becomes faster, cleaner, and more predictable
• Fewer manual adjustments and surprises
• Clear ownership of accounting processes
• Improved confidence in financial reporting

Months 6-12:

• Scalable processes in place across accounting
• Strong audit readiness
• Trusted partner to leadership

  Benefits

  • Base Salary + Equity (Ownership in BlastPoint)
  • Home Office: $500 stipend
  • Health: Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Time Off: 3 weeks paid vacation, 10 paid holidays, unlimited sick time
  • Retirement: 401(k)

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