Accounting Operations Analyst

ZipRecruiter; Los Angeles (CA); Remote; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the tech-forward financial sector is seeking a Financial Operations Analyst to enhance their accounting processes. In this remote role, you will be pivotal in financial analysis, compliance, and optimizing their custom accounting software. Ideal candidates will possess a solid accounting foundation and thrive in a dynamic environment where finance meets technology.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years’ experience in financial operations or related roles.
• Solid accounting foundation with month-end close experience.
• Strong digital proficiency with advanced AI tools.

Responsibilities

• Gather and analyze financial data for accurate financial statements.
• Conduct detailed reviews and reconciliations of financial records.
• Support month-end and year-end close activities.

Skills

Financial Analysis

Compliance

Bookkeeping

Digital Proficiency

Problem-Solving

Education

Formal accounting training

Job description

Job Description

As a Financial Operations Analyst, your accounting experience and analytical mindset will be pivotal in supporting a dynamic, tech-forward, AI-first financial environment. In this critical contributor role, your core focus will be doing the heavy lifting on financial analysis for our internal custom accounting system to ensure accuracy and compliance. You’ll work closely with our Controller to maintain precise bookkeeping, optimize month-end close processes, and other day-to-day financial tasks that contribute to the overall financial integrity.

You will thrive in this role if you are a high-agency human who is not afraid to roll up your sleeves and get in the weeds, enjoy operating at the intersection of finance and technology, and are deeply passionate about maximizing financial potential through analysis and optimization. If you're a builder at heart with a keen interest in crypto and AI, this role could be the perfect fit for you. This is a remote role with opportunities for in-person collaboration, working within +/-3hrs of Eastern Standard Time.

Key Responsibilities

1. Financial Statement Preparation Support
   • Gather and analyze financial data to aid in the accurate preparation of financial statements.
   • Ensure that supporting documentation is complete and adheres to regulatory and internal standards.
2. Financial Data Reviews and Reconciliations
   • Conduct detailed reviews and reconciliations of financial records to ensure accuracy and consistency.
   • Proactively identify and resolve discrepancies, contributing to reliable financial reporting and data integrity.
3. In-House Accounting Software Optimization
   • Support the Controller in the development and enhancement of our custom accounting software.
   • Provide insights and feedback to optimize software performance and streamline accounting processes.
4. Financial Close and Compliance Support
   • Support month-end and year-end close activities by preparing documentation, verifying financial records, and ensuring overall accuracy.
   • Support the coordination of sales tax filings and state compliance efforts, meeting deadlines and maintaining adherence to regulatory standards.
   • Contribute to timely and precise financial reporting while reducing compliance risks and enhancing audit readiness.
5. Manage vendor payment processing
   • Ensure timely and accurate processing of vendor payments, record transactions in financial systems, and maintain detailed records to support audit trails and financial reporting.
6. Ongoing Accounting and Bookkeeping Management
   • Perform day-to-day accounting tasks with precision, ensuring meticulous maintenance of bookkeeping records.
   • Uphold compliance with established financial policies and contribute to overall operational efficiency.

About You

• You are a high-agency human who owns outcomes and sets clear expectations delivering on them.
• You are comfortable with ambiguity and can thrive in a scrappy, fast-moving environment where you wear multiple hats.
• You're an action-oriented problem-solver who shifts seamlessly from quick fixes to scalable solutions that address core issues.
• You love working with AI tools and leveraging technology to streamline processes.
• You are keen to roll up your sleeves and not afraid to get into the weeds in a high-agency role.

Requirements

• 2-3 years’ experience in financial operations or related roles.
• Solid accounting foundation with experience handling month-end close, compliance, and bookkeeping.
• Strong digital proficiency, especially with advanced AI tools and analytics platforms.
• Proven ability to work in ambiguous, evolving environments—adaptability is key.

Nice to Have

• Formal accounting training such as from the CPA program, or at a Big-4 accounting firm.
• Prior experience or familiarity with crypto accounting.
• Experience with bespoke financial software development.
• Experience working in small teams or a start-up environment.