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Senior Accountant

Financial Reporting

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Robinhood

Robinhood

1,001-5,000 employees

Commission-free trading platform for investments

Fintech
Financial Services

Compensation Overview

$73k - $110kAnnually

+ Bonus + Equity Plan

Mid

Westlake, TX, USA + 4 more

Category
Financial Accounting
Financial Analysis
Financial Planning
Accounting
Required Skills
Excel/Numbers/Sheets
Requirements
  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
  • 2 - 4 years of relevant work experience including minimum of 2 years of public accounting experience or financial reporting with a publicly traded company
  • Excellent knowledge of U.S. GAAP, including ability to research accounting literature, establish a position and develop procedures for implementation
  • Highly motivated and proactive with strong project management, organizational, oral and written communication skills
  • Ability to prioritize competing workstreams and work independently with minimum supervision
  • Ability to work cross-functionally and with all levels of the organization
  • Proven track record of meeting deadlines and ownership of complex areas
  • Ability to learn quickly in a fast-paced and changing financial environment
  • Willingness and commitment to learn and go deep
  • Advanced Microsoft Excel skills
  • Active CPA license or actively working towards obtaining license
Responsibilities
  • Assist in the preparation of regulatory filings (including Parent company and subsidiaries) and investor communications, including SEC filings such as 8-Ks, 10-Qs and 10-Ks (and associated XBRL requirements), proxy statements, statutory financial statements, earnings releases, earnings presentations, earnings call scripts, and investor conference materials.
  • Prepare the financial statements, footnote disclosures, and management discussion and analyses while maintaining complete tie-out documentation under the Company’s SOX controls
  • Prepare share-based compensation entries and reconciliation for month-end close and provide equity-related analysis
  • Prepare monthly litigation accrual journal entries and associated rollforwards
  • Assist in gathering quarterly related party questionnaires
  • Assist in the preparation of portions of the GAAP and SEC disclosure checklists
  • Perform ad hoc disclosure benchmarking research of peer group companies
  • Assist in the planning, coordination and execution of the annual and quarterly SEC reporting processes
  • Recommend and assist in the implementation of process improvements to streamline processes
  • Establish active and effective communication with cross functional partners
  • Perform and monitor Sarbanes-Oxley controls over financial reporting to ensure compliance
  • Multi-task and complete assigned tasks and projects in accordance with set timelines

Robinhood offers a platform for trading stocks, options, ETFs, and cryptocurrencies, aiming to make investing accessible and affordable for everyone. Users can trade without paying traditional fees and can invest in fractional shares, allowing them to buy portions of expensive stocks. The company generates revenue through a premium subscription service, interest on uninvested cash, and rebates from trading venues. Robinhood's goal is to empower individuals to take control of their financial futures with a user-friendly trading experience.

Company Stage

IPO

Total Funding

$7.4B

Headquarters

Menlo Park, California

Founded

2013

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

2%

1 year growth

6%

2 year growth

-8%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Robinhood's expansion into new markets like Hawaii and U.S. territories indicates strong growth potential and increased user base.
  • The acquisition of Pluto and integration of AI capabilities can provide users with advanced, personalized investment insights, enhancing user experience and retention.
  • Offering IPO access democratizes investment opportunities, allowing retail investors to participate in early-stage investments traditionally reserved for institutional investors.

What critics are saying

  • The highly competitive fintech market means Robinhood must continuously innovate to maintain its edge over rivals like E*TRADE and Charles Schwab.
  • Regulatory scrutiny and changes, such as those seen in Hawaii, can impact Robinhood's operations and expansion plans.

What makes Robinhood unique

  • Robinhood's commission-free trading model disrupts traditional brokerage firms by eliminating fees, making investing accessible to a broader audience.
  • The introduction of fractional shares allows users to invest in high-value stocks with minimal capital, a feature not commonly offered by traditional brokers.
  • Robinhood's recent acquisition of Pluto enhances its platform with AI-driven personalized investment strategies, setting it apart from competitors.

Benefits

Well-being - Premium medical, dental, and vision insurance

Family & home life - Parental leave, personal prosperity benefits

Comfort & care - Flexible work from home / office balance, health & wellness stipend

Office life - Catered meals and fully stocked kitchen, commuter benefits

Growth - Education and training, community events, career mentorships