Senior Accountant

Summary

Join Zora, a groundbreaking onchain social network, as a Senior Accountant. You will establish and manage the company's accounting function, handling day-to-day operations, financial statement preparation, and internal controls. Experience in crypto accounting is a plus. This role requires strong GAAP knowledge, advanced Excel skills, and experience with various accounting software. You will work cross-functionally, collaborate with external consultants, and contribute to the company's growth. Zora offers a remote-first culture and a comprehensive benefits package.

Requirements

• 3-6 years of progressive accounting experience including a mix of audit, public and private startup experience
• Able to work US working hours (PST, Mountain time, CST or EST)
• Deep understanding of GAAP / Strong knowledge of internal controls and financial reporting
• Experience with doing state sales tax registration and filings
• High attention to detail and excellent critical thinking
• Strong communication skills: including the ability to articulate financial results and variances according to audience
• Advanced Excel and Google Sheets skills
• BA/BS in Accounting, Finance or Business Administration
• Ability to take ownership of and grow out all accounting functions

Responsibilities

• Manage the books and perform day-to-day accounting operations (AR/AP, cash reconciliation, Crypto Cost Accounting, Accruals, Monthly Close, Tax, Audit (future), and any special projects)
• Manage the preparation and integrity of GAAP-compliant monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements by preparing journal entries, reconciliations and variance analyses
• Establish, document, and maintain adequate and effective accounting controls and policies to improve the monthly close and to ensure timely and accurate reporting, especially when dealing with crypto transactions
• Implement internal controls and safeguards over company assets, payments of authorized expenses, compliance with contractual obligations, and compliance with company policies
• Improve existing processes, automate activities, and reduce redundant reports
• Assist in annual budgeting process and educate and guide teams on how to allocate/plan budgets
• Act as the primary liaison with our external tax consultants and advisors and manage these relationships to maintain compliance and ensure due diligence readiness
• Work cross functionally to support other departments and act as a trusted partner and colleague
• Lead ERP exploration and implementation in the future

Preferred Qualifications

• CPA license
• Some experience in crypto, consumer internet, e-commerce, FinTech, or related technology fields
• A self-starter that is motivated to find optimal and efficient ways of doing things and establishing scalable new processes
• Driven and excited to help build a scalable and efficient accounting and finance department, including its OKRs/KPIs (full cycle experience)
• Have a great sense of autonomy, organization, and teamwork - meets deadlines without regular supervision
• Experience with our tech stack: QBO, Airbase, Brex, and Integral/Bitwave
• Excited by our mission and the challenge of working in a fast-paced environment
• Demonstrated success in environments that require managing ambiguity and multiple deadlines among various stakeholders, and can quickly adapt to changing priorities
• Willingness to learn about NFTs, art, cryptocurrency, and anything web3

Benefits

• Remote-first working culture
• $80 monthly Sparks reimbursement
• Expense budget for home setup
• Annual learning & development stipend
• Top quality medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Flexible time-off policy
• New Macbook Pro OR similar Windows laptop for full-time employees
• Equity