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Senior Accountant

Ghost
Location
Los Angeles, California
Posted
5 days ago
Department
Finance
Salary
$120,000–$140,000
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
  • CPA strongly preferred
  • 4+ years of progressive accounting experience
  • Solid working knowledge of GAAP
  • Hands-on experience owning both AR and AP functions
  • Experience preparing for or supporting an external financial audit
Nice to have
  • Inventory, e-commerce, or marketplace accounting experience
  • Experience with Rillet or other modern, AI-native accounting platforms
  • Public accounting background (audit or advisory)
  • Experience in a high-growth startup environment
What the job really is

The Senior Accountant at Ghost will manage core accounting operations, including the general ledger, monthly close process, and accounts receivable/payable. This hands-on role involves preparing financial statements, maintaining compliance with GAAP, and supporting the company's first external audit. The position also requires collaboration with cross-functional teams to streamline accounting processes and enhance internal controls.

Benefits
  • Medical, Vision, and Dental with some plans covered at 100%
  • Competitive compensation and equity structure
  • 401K
  • Unlimited PTO
Things to weigh
  • No specific mention of remote work options
  • Role requires a hands-on approach, not suitable for those preferring delegation
  • Experience with high-volume transaction datasets is emphasized
  • The company is in a pivotal stage of growth, which may involve rapid changes
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