Senior Accountant

odoo; Brisbane (CA); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare

Dental, Vision, Life Insurance

401K Matching

Paid time off

Paid sick days

Paid holidays

Employee Assistance Program

Snacks, coffee

Chef-prepared lunches

Company-sponsored events

Job summary

Odoo, the open-source ERP leader, seeks a Senior Staff Accountant in Brisbane, CA for a hybrid role (4 days onsite, 1 day remote). You will own core accounting functions—AR, AP, reconciliations, commissions, month-end close, and budgeting—while strengthening internal controls and data accuracy.

You will partner with cross-functional teams to improve processes and automate repetitive tasks using scripting and AI.

Qualifications

• BS/BA in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field.
• 5+ years in accounting, FP&A, finance, revenue operations, business operations, or consulting.
• CPA or working towards CPA designation.
• Strong understanding of GAAP, revenue recognition, AR/AP processes.
• Advanced Excel or Google Sheets with complex formulas, pivot tables, and financial modeling.
• Experience with ERP systems, preferably Odoo.
• Strong written and verbal communication; translate data for non-finance stakeholders.
• Self-directed; own projects end-to-end.
• Exposure to SQL and BI tools (Power BI/Looker) is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Execute full-cycle accounts receivable from quote-to-cash, invoicing, reconciliations, collections.
• Process vendor invoices with timely approvals and payments.
• Design, maintain, audit, and document commissions plans in spreadsheets and Odoo.
• Maintain clean data capture processes in Odoo for reliable reporting.
• Improve sales, operational, and accounting processes for efficiency and accuracy.
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and headcount reviews.
• Identify, document, and automate repetitive finance processes using scripting and AI tools.
• Implement cost-effective purchasing and pricing controls.

Skills

Self-starter

Analytical thinking

Communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Advanced Excel

SQL basics

Education

BS/BA in Finance, Accounting, or Economics

CPA or CPA candidate

Tools

Odoo ERP

Power BI

Looker

SQL

Job description

Odoo is an open-source enterprise resource planning (ERP) platform that helps companies manage and streamline their operations through a single, integrated system.Our modular suite of business applications—covering everything from accounting and inventory to CRM and project management—works together seamlessly to support efficiency and growth.

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or assume sponsorship responsibilities for employment visas at this time.

About the Job

Hybrid (4 days onsite, 1 day remote) – Brisbane, CA

We are looking for a Senior Staff Accountant with a strong foundation in accounting principles and technical accounting to help build scalable financial processes across our growing business. In this role, you will own key accounting functions, including accounts receivable, accounts payable, reconciliations, commissions, month-end close, and budgeting support, while ensuring accurate financial data and strong internal controls in Odoo.

Beyond day-to-day accounting, you will partner cross-functionally to improve financial processes, enhance controls, and identify opportunities to automate repetitive work using scripting and AI tools. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys solving complex accounting and operational challenges, driving process improvements, and contributing beyond traditional accounting responsibilities.

• You are a self-starter who can independently drive projects from concept to execution while actively collaborating with cross-functional teams
• Comfortable taking initiative, managing priorities, and contributing in a fast-paced, collaborative environment
• Strong communication and collaboration skills with the ability to work closely with Accounting, Operations, Leadership, and cross-functional stakeholders

Responsibilities

Execute full-cycle accounts receivable from quote-to-cash, including invoicing, reconciliations, and collections follow-up

Process vendor invoices accurately and ensure timely approvals and payments

Design, maintain, audit, and document sales commission plans in spreadsheets and Odoo

Partner with department leads to maintain clean data capture processes in Odoo for reliable reporting

Improve sales, operational, and accounting processes to increase efficiency and accuracy

Support annual and quarterly budgeting, forecasting, and headcount reviews

Identify, document, and automate repetitive finance processes using scripting and AI tools

Implement processes and controls to ensure cost-effective purchasing and pricing across vendors

What We're Looking For

BS/BA in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field

5+ years of experience in accounting, FP&A, finance, revenue operations, business operations, or consulting

CPA or working towards CPA designation

Strong understanding of accounting fundamentals, including GAAP basics, revenue recognition, and AR/AP processes

Advanced Excel or Google Sheets skills, including complex formulas, pivot tables, and financial modeling

Process-oriented and curious, with an interest in leveraging AI, automation, and systems to improve efficiency and accuracy.

Experience working with ERP systems, preferably Odoo

Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to translate financial data into clear insights for non-finance stakeholders

Self-directed, comfortable owning projects end-to-end with minimal supervision

Exposure to SQL and/or BI tools (Power BI, Looker, or similar) is a plus

Nice to Have

Experience in a SaaS or subscription-based business

Strong process improvement mindset, with a natural inclination to identify inefficiencies and automate manual work

Experience in a lean, high-growth, or scale-up environment

What's great in the job?

• Healthcare, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending Account, Health Savings Account, 401K Matching, and Commuter Benefits
• PTO (Paid-time-off), paid sick days, and paid holidays
• Employee Assistance Program: 3 X 1-hour telehealth calls with certified mental health professionals
• Evolve in a nice working atmosphere with a passionate, growing team!
• Snacks, fruit, and coffee/drinks on tap!
• Chef-prepared lunches, snacks, fruit, and coffee/drinks on tap!
• Company-sponsored events for groups of 6+ employees

The estimated annual compensation range for this role is $120,000–$140,000. Please note that actual salaries may vary within, above, or below this range based on factors such as education, training, experience, professional achievement, business needs, and location.

Ensuring a diverse and inclusive workplace where we learn from each other is core to Odoo's values. We welcome people of different backgrounds, experiences, abilities, and perspectives. We are an equal opportunity employer and a pleasant and supportive place to work. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider employment-qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.