Senior Accountant

POSITION SUMMARY The Senior Accountant is responsible for maintaining the General Ledger (GL), performing month‑end close activities, and preparing financial reports. This role requires a high degree of accuracy, strong analytical skills, and proactive communication across English‑ and Spanish‑speaking teams. Beyond core accounting expertise, this role is ideal for someone who is genuinely excited about using AI and automation to improve financial workflows—whether that means building smarter reconciliation processes, automating routine reporting, or finding new ways to surface insights faster. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Financial Reporting & Close Perform full‑cycle accounting including monthly, quarterly, and year‑end close activities. Prepare financial statements and provide data‑driven insights to senior leadership. Proactively identify opportunities to streamline and automate close processes using AI tools. Journal Entries & Reconciliations Prepare and review complex journal entries and perform bank, credit card, and balance sheet reconciliations. Leverage automation and AI‑assisted workflows to improve accuracy and speed of reconciliation cycles. Accounts Payable / Receivable Oversee high‑volume AP/AR, ensure accurate vendor payments, and manage invoicing. Compliance & Tax Ensure compliance with GAAP and assist with tax filings (1099s, CA tax regulations). Maintain internal control procedures and coordinate with external auditors. Analysis & Reporting Perform variance analysis and deliver actionable financial insights. Use AI and data tools to build smarter, faster reporting pipelines. Bilingual Collaboration Act as a liaison with Spanish‑speaking internal teams and Mexico‑based counterparts to clarify accounting issues and financial data. Supervision & Mentorship Mentor or review the work of junior accounting staff. Champion AI adoption within the team—share tools, workflows, and best practices. QUALIFICATIONS Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. Experience: 3–5+ years of progressive accounting experience, preferably in a senior or lead role. Languages: Professional working proficiency in Spanish (required for Mexico‑based team communication). Technical Skills: Deep knowledge of GAAP; CPA or equivalent certification is a plus. Software: Advanced MS Excel (VLOOKUPs, Pivot Tables); experience with ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, QuickBooks, Sage). AI & Automation: Demonstrated experience using AI tools, APIs, or automation platforms to improve accounting or finance workflows. This could include building automated reports, using AI for data analysis, integrating tools via API, or designing no‑code/low‑code solutions. AI-FIRST MINDSET — WHAT WE LOOK FOR Have actively used AI tools (beyond basic chat) to solve real work problems. Have built or contributed to automation workflows, prompt‑based pipelines, or API integrations. Are curious, experimental, and eager to keep learning as AI capabilities evolve. Can speak concretely about how they've used AI to save time, reduce errors, or unlock new insight. KEY COMPETENCIES Attention to Detail: High accuracy in complex financial data. Independent Judgment: Comfortable working with limited supervision. Interpersonal Skills: Collaborative in a small, fast‑moving team environment. Process Improvement: Constantly looks for smarter, faster, and more automated ways to work. Big Picture Thinking: Connects day‑to‑day accounting work to broader business and strategic goals. Customer‑First Attitude: Treats business partners with care, responsiveness, and professionalism. AI Curiosity: Proactively explores and applies new tools to improve financial operations. PERKS Target On‑Target Earnings (OTE) ranging from $100,000–$137,500 , depending on experience and geographical location. Performance‑based bonus opportunity. Equity through stock options—own a piece of our success. 401(k) retirement plan with employer matching. Monthly wellness allowance. Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance. Generous PTO and sick leave because we believe in work‑life balance. Free snacks and paid lunches in the office. Best‑in‑class tools and equipment to help you do your best work. Endless opportunities for growth as we continue to scale. OTHER INFORMATION Most of our roles are onsite. Positions that are eligible for remote or hybrid work arrangements will be clearly indicated in the job posting. For roles based in Mexico, only resumes submitted in English will be considered. #J-18808-Ljbffr