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Accounting Manager

Compensation
$110,000–$150,000/year

Job Description

Accounting Manager  

Location: Playa Vista, California (full time, on-site) 

Role Overview 

We are seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Accounting Manager to join our growing team. This role is responsible for owning the day-to-day accounting operations, including bookkeeping, accounts payable/receivable processing, and owning monthly close activities and audits. The ideal candidate will bring strong technical accounting knowledge, accuracy, and organizational skills, and thrive in a fast-paced environment. 

Key Responsibilities 

  • Prepare and post journal entries; ensure accuracy and completeness of financial records 
  • Perform monthly reconciliations of general ledger and subledger accounts 
  • Own month-end and year-end close processes, including variance analysis 
  • Accounts Payable Ownership: Process vendor invoices, purchase orders, and employee expense reports; ensure proper coding and approvals 
  • Accounts Receivable Ownership: Manage billing, collections, cash application, and support revenue tracking (including DSO monitoring) 
  • Implement, maintain and improve accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls 
  • Partner cross-functionally to ensure financial data integrity and operational alignment 
  • Lead external audits and determine required documentation 
  • Utilize and optimize financial systems (e.g., QuickBooks Advanced, BILL, Brex) 
  • Manage payroll-related accounting duties and maintain access to federal, state, and local tax portals to support timely filings, reconciliations, payments, and compliance requirements. 

 

Qualifications 

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance 
  • CPA Required 
  • 4 - 6 years of relevant accounting experience (startup, high-growth, or corporate environment preferred) 
  • Demonstrated knowledge of cost accounting 
  • Strong management of U.S. GAAP 
  • Proficiency in accounting systems (QuickBooks, NetSuite, or similar ERP platforms) 
  • Exposure to audit processes and/or internal controls frameworks 
  • Advanced Excel skills (e.g., lookups, pivot tables, data analysis) 
  • High attention to detail and strong organizational discipline 
  • Clear communicator with the ability to work cross-functionally 
  • Demonstrated ability having ownership of accounting processes  
  • Experience in manufacturing or government contracting environments 

 

Compensation & Benefits 

  • $110,000 - $150,000 (commensurate with experience) 
  • Incentive Stock Options 
  • Annual performance-based bonus 
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage 
  • 401(k) with company match 
  • Short- and long-term disability, and life insurance 
  • PTO 
  • Daily catered lunch, snacks, and coffee 

You must be a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 22 C.F.R. § 120.15 ,or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State 

 

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Job Details

Department
G&A
Category
Business & Finance
Employment Type
Full Time
Location
Los Angeles, California
Posted
Compensation
$110,000 - $150,000 per year

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