Senior Accountant

About Guardian BikesGuardian Bikes is a leading direct-to-consumer kids' bike brand, known for its patented SureStop brake technology and a mission to build the safest kids' bikes in the industry. Guardian is building a vertically integrated, AI-driven manufacturing and commerce company — we design, manufacture, fulfill, and sell directly from our U.S. factory floor to the customer's door. The company has grown from a small startup into a major brand, selling over a million bikes to families across the country.Job SummaryGuardian Bikes is seeking a highly skilled Senior Accountant to join our finance team. This role will play a key part in maintaining accurate financial reporting, managing compliance, and supporting strategic decision-making. The ideal candidate has strong technical accounting knowledge, attention to detail, and thrives in a fast-paced environment.Key ResponsibilitiesLending ManagementPerform comprehensive reconciliations of all lending accounts to ensure accuracy and compliance.Oversee intercompany loan management, including monthly reconciliations and settlement tracking.Prepare and submit lending compliance reports in accordance with internal controls and regulatory standards.Partner with internal stakeholders to optimize loan processes and maintain proper documentation.Sales Reconciliation & AnalysisConduct sales-to-ledger reconciliations and post necessary adjustments to maintain accurate revenue records.Analyze sales trends to provide actionable insights for revenue forecasting and performance evaluation.Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve sales reporting accuracy and identify process improvements.Returns Management & AnalysisReconcile product returns against the general ledger, ensuring adjustments are recorded accurately.Calculate and manage returns accruals, analyzing experience rates to forecast potential liabilities.Partner with operations and sales teams to assess return trends and recommend process enhancements.Insurance & Prepaid Expense AccountingMaintain and oversee prepaid expense and insurance amortization schedules, ensuring proper allocation of costs.Manage accounting for all insurance-related activities, including communication with brokers and maintaining compliance with policy requirements.Financial Reporting PreparationPrepare a comprehensive monthly financial reporting packet for submission and review by the Controller.Support the Controller with ad hoc reporting requests, variance analyses, and audit preparation.Ensure all reporting adheres to Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and internal control standards.Assist with external audits and regulatory reviews by preparing audit schedules and responding to auditor inquiries.Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (CPA or CMA preferred).4+ years of progressive accounting experience, preferably in a corporate environment.Strong knowledge of GAAP, tax compliance, and fixed asset accounting.Proficiency with accounting software and Excel; ERP experience a plus.Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.Strong attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines. #J-18808-Ljbffr