april is seeking a temporary Accountant to join our finance team on a contract basis. This is a versatile, hands-on role perfect for someone who enjoys wearing multiple hats across various accounting functions. You'll handle day-to-day accounting operations including accounts payable, accounts receivable, billing, and general ledger maintenance. The ideal candidate is adaptable, detail-oriented, and comfortable managing multiple accounting responsibilities in a fast-paced environment. We welcome candidates currently pursuing their degree who are eager to learn and gain practical experience. This position will be based at our NYC HQ requiring 3 days in office (Tuesday through Thursday) from January to April 2026.

Key Responsibilities

• Process accounts payable: review invoices, code expenses, prepare payments, and maintain vendor relationships

• Manage accounts receivable: generate invoices, track collections, follow up on overdue payments, and reconcile customer accounts

• Handle billing operations: prepare customer invoices, ensure accurate and timely billing cycles, and resolve billing inquiries

• Maintain general ledger: record journal entries, perform account reconciliations, and ensure accurate financial records

• Support month-end close processes and assist with financial reporting as needed

• Coordinate with other departments to resolve accounting issues and answer finance-related questions

• Assist with ad-hoc accounting projects and process improvements

Experience

• 1–3 years of general accounting experience, or currently pursuing an Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field with relevant coursework

• Strong understanding of accounts payable, accounts receivable, and billing processes (or willingness to learn)

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred (or in progress)

• Proficiency in accounting software (Campfire, QuickBooks, Xero, NetSuite, or similar) and Excel

• Detail-oriented with strong organizational and time management skills

• Excellent communication skills and ability to work independently

About april

april is the only embedded, year-round tax platform built to power smarter financial decisions. From filing to planning to onboarding, april’s white-labeled tools bring real-time tax intelligence into the platforms people already use, helping users understand the impact of every paycheck, equity transaction, or income shift, and stay on top of tax payments throughout the year. Built to handle even the most complex tax situations, april’s AI-powered tax engine ingests data directly from partner apps to deliver accurate outcomes in record time—making tax planning and filing more connected, contextual, and accessible than ever. With API-first infrastructure and seamless data integrations, april helps partners deliver more value, deepen loyalty, and turn taxes into a strategic edge—for their clients and their business.