Staff Accountant

About Iru

Iru is the AI-powered security & IT platform used by the world’s fastest-growing companies to secure their users, apps, and devices. Built for the AI era, Iru unifies identity & access, endpoint security & management, and compliance automation—collapsing the stack and giving IT & security time and control back.

Iru is backed by some of the smartest investors in tech—General Catalyst, Tiger Global, Felicis, Greycroft, and First Round Capital. In July 2024, Iru raised $100 million from General Catalyst, valuing the company at $850 million. Customers include Notion, Cursor, Lovable, Replit, and Mercor, and Iru partners with industry leaders such as ServiceNow and AWS. Iru was named to Forbes’ America’s Best Startup Employers 2025 list for employee engagement and satisfaction.

The Opportunity

We are seeking a detail-oriented and versatile Staff Accountant to join our growing Finance team. This role combines responsibilities across general ledger accounting, accounts payable, and financial reporting. The ideal candidate is highly organized, enjoys working cross-functionally, and thrives in a fast-paced environment where they can contribute to multiple areas of the accounting function.

What You'll Do:
• General Ledger (GL) Accounting
• Prepare, review, and post journal entries to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Reconcile general ledger accounts, including cash, prepaid expenses, accruals, and fixed assets.
• Assist with Accounts Receivable (AR) billing support, including managing collections and billing requests.
• Participate in month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring compliance with US GAAP.
• Accounts Payable (AP)
• Review and process invoices, purchase orders, and employee expense reports.
• Ensure proper coding, approvals, and adherence to company policies.
• Manage vendor relationships, respond to inquiries, and resolve discrepancies.
• Prepare weekly payment runs and maintain AP aging reports.
• Assist with 1099 preparation and year-end compliance requirements.
• Financial Reporting & Compliance
• Assist in preparing financial statements, schedules, and supporting documentation.
• Partner with external auditors during audits by providing requested materials.
• Ensure adherence to internal controls and accounting best practices.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements, automation, and system enhancements.

What You'll Bring:
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 2–4 years of accounting experience (mix of GL and AP preferred).
• Solid understanding of US GAAP and general accounting practices.
• Proficiency with ERP/accounting systems (NetSuite, SAP, QuickBooks, or similar).
• Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, lookups, reconciliations).
• Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• CPA eligibility or progress toward CPA certification preferred

Benefits & Perks

Competitive salary
Hybrid work environment (3 days in office per week)
100% individual and dependent medical + dental + vision coverage
401(K) with a 4% company match
20 days PTO
Iru Wellness Week the first week in July
Equity for full-time employees
In-office lunch stipend provided
Up to 16 weeks of paid leave for new parents
Paid Family and Medical Leave
Modern Health mental health benefits for individuals and dependents
Fertility benefits
Working Advantage employee discounts
Onsite fitness center
Free parking
Exciting opportunities for career growth

We are excited to be serving a significant need for a fast-growing market, and are proud of the high-performing team we have brought together so far. If you’re someone who wants to engage in new, exciting projects that will challenge your skills in the best way possible, we would love to connect with you.

At Iru, we believe in fostering an inclusive environment in which employees feel encouraged to share their unique perspectives, leverage their strengths, and act authentically. We know that diverse teams are strong teams, and welcome those from all backgrounds and varying experiences.

Iru is proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. Qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical or mental disability, protected veteran or military status or any other status protected by applicable law. #LI-Hybrid