Accountant

Thetradedesk; Ventura (CA); On-site; USD 58,300 - 106,800; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive healthcare benefits

401(k) plan with company match

Stock-based compensation

Paid time off and holidays

Job summary

The Trade Desk in Ventura, California is seeking a Staff Accountant to join their Accounting Team. This role requires participation in month-end close processes, preparation of journal entries, and cash reporting. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance, with 0-2 years of relevant experience and strong Excel skills.

The position offers a competitive base salary and comprehensive healthcare benefits, along with opportunities for stock-based compensation and a 401(k) plan. The Trade Desk is committed to creating an inclusive hiring experience.

Qualifications

• 0-2+ years of experience in corporate accounting; public company experience a plus.
• Ability to meet tight deadlines while maintaining accuracy.
• Outstanding verbal and written skills.

Responsibilities

• Participate in the month-end close process and prepare journal entries.
• Prepare daily cash reporting and maintain cash-related systems.
• Assist management with special projects and ad-hoc requests.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Excel skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Self-starter

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Job description

We are seeking a Staff Accountant to be part of the Accounting Team. This role will report to the Accounting Associate Manager and will be part of a high‑caliber Accounting and Finance team. The Staff Accountant will ensure that all treasury accounting activities such as daily cash reporting, treasury related journal entries, account reconciliations, and quarterly disclosures are prepared timely and accurately. We are looking for someone highly motivated, proactive, and eager to learn and contribute to the team.

What you’ll do:

• Participate in the month‑end close process including preparation of journal entries, account reconciliations and general ledger transactions.
• Prepare monthly and quarterly flux and variance explanations.
• Prepare daily cash reporting and own cash‑related systems (e.g., Kyriba).
• Prepare treasury related quarterly disclosures (e.g., cash, investments, debt).
• Assist in researching, documenting, and implementing the impact of current accounting conventions.
• Respond to information requests and assist with audits.
• Show strong interest in continuously improving the automation of the accounting and reporting process.
• Be the main point of contact for inquiries from AR/AP/Tax/Equity related bank transactions.
• Participate in various department‑wide initiatives.
• Maintain, implement, and adhere to internal controls under SOX and accounting procedures ensuring compliance with GAAP.
• Assist management with special projects and ad‑hoc requests as needed.

Who you are:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics or related field preferred.
• 0‑2+ years of experience in corporate accounting; public company experience a plus.
• Ability to meet tight deadlines while maintaining accuracy of information and attention to detail.
• Working knowledge of GAAP.
• Outstanding verbal, written and interpersonal skills.
• Intermediate to advanced Excel skills, including lookups, pivot tables, and nested formulas.
• Self‑starter and an exceptional team player.

Compensation and Benefits

Base Salary range: $58,300—$106,800 USD. All employees may be eligible to become The Trade Desk shareholders through eligibility for stock‑based compensation grants, which are awarded based on company and individual performance. The Trade Desk also offers other compensation such as variable compensation‑based incentives and commissions. Expected benefits for this role include comprehensive healthcare (medical, dental, and vision) with premiums paid in full for employees and dependents, retirement benefits such as a 401(k) plan and company match, short and long‑term disability coverage, basic life insurance, well‑being benefits, reimbursement for certain tuition expenses, parental leave, sick time of 1 hour per 30 hours worked, vacation time for full‑time employees up to 120 hours through the first year and 160 hours thereafter, and around 13 paid holidays per year. Employees can also purchase the Trade Desk stock at a discount through the Employee Stock Purchase Plan.

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Note: Interns are not eligible for variable incentive awards such as stock‑based compensation, retirement plan, vacation, tuition reimbursement or parental leave.

The Trade Desk is an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.

As an equal opportunity employer, The Trade Desk is committed to creating an inclusive hiring experience where everyone has the opportunity to thrive.