Senior Accountant

Odoo; San Francisco (CA); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare, Dental, Vision

401K Matching

Commuter Benefits

PTO & holidays

Work-from-home stipend

Job summary

Odoo, a leading open-source ERP provider, seeks a Senior Staff Accountant to own core accounting functions in a fast-growing environment. The role covers AR/AP, reconciliations, month-end close, budgeting support, and internal controls, with collaboration across functions to automate processes using scripting and AI tools.

You will work on scalable financial processes, ensuring accuracy and robust reporting, while leveraging AI to streamline repetitive tasks within Odoo and related systems.

Qualifications

• BS/BA in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or 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 GAAP, revenue recognition, AR/AP processes.
• Advanced Excel or Google Sheets with complex formulas and modeling.
• Interest in leveraging AI, automation, and systems to improve efficiency.
• Experience with ERP systems, preferably Odoo.
• Strong written and verbal communication; self-directed and able to own projects end-to-end.

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.

Skills

Advanced Excel

SQL

BI tools

Financial modeling

Education

BS/BA in Finance/Accounting

Tools

Odoo ERP

Power BI

Job description

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

To help us provide the best candidate experience,

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 Odoo

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. Learn more about us here.

About the Role

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.

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

Must Have

• 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

Compensation and Perks:

• Healthcare, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, FSA, HSA Matching, 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
• $100 towards a work-from-home office setup
• Evolve in a nice working atmosphere with a passionate, growing team!
• 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.