[Remote] Accountant, Square Financial Services

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Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Square is a company that has evolved to provide integrated, omnichannel solutions for sellers of all sizes. They are seeking an SFS Accountant who will be responsible for accounting functions and financial oversight to ensure complete and accurate financial records.


Responsibilities

  • Prepare journal entries and month end account reconciliations
  • Aid in conducting the month end close process for SFS including commentary and flux analysis
  • Provide updates on account reconciliations and aged items
  • Participate in the preparation of regulatory filings including Audited Standalone financial statements and quarterly Call Report
  • Assist in preparation of financial reporting disclosures to Block Inc. team for SEC filings (10Q/K)
  • Address inquiries related to Bank financials and board reports
  • Maintain documentation to support compliance with SOX and regulatory requirements
  • Implement enhancements and improvements to processes
  • Aid the Bank with statutory audits by facilitating requests from internal and external auditors as well as bank regulators
  • Partner with Block Inc.’s Accounting, Procurement, Finance & Strategy, Tax, Counsel and Treasury teams to ensure the Bank’s operational needs are met
  • Prepare documentation of controls to ensure compliance with internal control environment
  • Partner with Product, Engineering, Finance & Strategy, Tax, Counsel and Treasury teams to ensure that SFS’s operational needs are met

Skills

  • 3+ years of related work experience in accounting and finance; Financial Services specific accounting and regulatory experience highly preferred but not required
  • Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, CPA or MBA preferred but not required
  • A process-driven approach, with natural curiosity
  • Efficient, improvement-focused, and detail-oriented
  • Proficiency in leveraging AI tools and technologies to enhance productivity and solve complex problems
  • Working knowledge of Regulation W, including related-party transactions is highly preferred
  • Passion for Block and desire to help customers
  • Team player who is able to work on a variety of projects simultaneously
  • Candidate must have a strong work ethic, and excel in a fast-paced environment
  • Financial Services specific accounting and regulatory experience
  • Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, CPA or MBA
  • Working knowledge of Regulation W, including related-party transactions

Benefits

  • Remote work
  • Medical insurance
  • Flexible time off
  • Retirement savings plans
  • Modern family planning

Company Overview

  • Since we opened our doors in 2009, the world of commerce has evolved immensely, and so has Square. It was founded in 2009, and is headquartered in San Francisco, California, USA, with a workforce of 1001-5000 employees. Its website is https://block.xyz.

    • Company H1B Sponsorship

  • Square has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 257 in 2025, 253 in 2024, 260 in 2023, 297 in 2022. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.

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