Bestow is hiring an Accounting Manager

Bestow is hiring an Accounting Manager to play a key role in scaling and maintaining a strong accounting function at our high-growth SaaS startup. You will take ownership of all non-revenue accounting processes in this hands-on role, requiring strong prioritization skills, strategic thinking, and flawless execution.

What You'll Do

• Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual close for all non-revenue areas, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with U.S. GAAP.
• Oversee expense accounting end-to-end, from coding and approvals through reporting, ensuring accuracy and clear policies.
• Manage AP processes, vendor onboarding, and relationships, improving payment efficiency and maintaining strong controls.
• Oversee employee expense reporting tools, driving adoption, accuracy, and policy alignment.
• Prepare internal financial statements for non-revenue areas, develop variance analyses, and provide insights on key business drivers.
• Support external reporting needs and partner with auditors by maintaining well-documented, organized processes.
• Ensure adherence to controls across all non-revenue areas and implement improvements to reduce risk.
• Manage and mentor 1–2 junior accountants, coaching them on technical skills, prioritization, and career growth.
• Partner with Finance, Legal, Engineering, and IT on initiatives that impact accounting, ensuring accurate data flows between systems.
• Lead automation and system enhancements across AP and other non-revenue workflows to reduce manual work and build for scale.
• Anticipate accounting challenges that come with growth, design scalable processes, and make recommendations with long-term impact.
• Communicate complex accounting matters clearly to non-finance stakeholders, influencing business decisions.

What We're Looking For

• 5–8 years of progressive accounting experience.
• Deep understanding of U.S. GAAP.
• CPA required.
• Demonstrated ability to balance strategic oversight with hands-on execution in a lean team environment.
• Strong mentoring and leadership skills with proven ability to develop junior team members.
• Proven track record of driving process improvements and automation to increase efficiency.
• Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills with proven ability to anticipate business needs.
• Advanced Excel/Google Sheets and ERP experience with integrated business applications.
• Strong systems aptitude; comfortable navigating complex in-house platforms and high-volume data environments.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining accuracy and meeting critical deadlines.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence and collaborate across teams.

Nice to Have

• Experience preferably within the SaaS/tech space.
• Big 4 or public accounting background a plus.

Team & Environment

You will manage a small team of 1–2 direct reports in a lean environment and report to the Controller.

Benefits & Compensation

• Competitive salary and equity based on role.
• Flexible paid time off and parental leave programs.
• 100% paid-premium option for medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Lifestyle stipend to support your physical, emotional, and financial wellbeing.
• Employee-led diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives.

Work Mode

This role offers a hybrid work mode from Dallas, TX, with flexible work-from-home options and access to a state-of-the-art office in Deep Ellum.

We value diversity at Bestow. The company will hire, recruit, and promote regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, pregnancy or maternity, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.