Senior Accountant

Otterbrook; United States; Remote; USD 108,000 - 132,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic financial services firm seeking a Senior Accountant to support monthly close processes, revenue recognition, and inventory accounting. The ideal candidate has 3-6 years of experience, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and possesses strong public accounting knowledge. This remote-first role prefers candidates in Eastern time zones, with a target salary of $120K plus equity options. A strong understanding of accounting processes in product and e-commerce sectors is essential.

Qualifications

• 3-6+ years of accounting experience, ideally with public accounting and industry experience.
• Experience in a product-based or e-commerce company.
• Comfort working in a fast-paced, growth-stage environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead monthly close processes for revenue and inventory accounting.
• Ensure accurate financial reporting in accordance with US GAAP.
• Collaborate with product, operations, and supply chain teams.

Skills

Public accounting experience

Revenue recognition

Inventory accounting

Communication skills

Cross-functional teamwork

Attention to detail

Education

CPA designation preferred

Job description

Managing Partner @ Otterbrook | Startup & Financial Services Recruitment

Senior Accountant

Location: Remote (Preferred East Coast); Open to candidates in New York, Boston, or San Francisco for hybrid work

Salary: Targeting $120K base + equity (location-dependent)

About the company:

A cutting-edge product company operating at the intersection of health, wellness, and technology. We manufacture and sell innovative products, managing both revenue and inventory processes. Our accounting team supports a complex business environment that combines e-commerce with physical product manufacturing and sales.

Role Overview:

We are seeking a Senior Accountant with a mix of public accounting and industry experience, ideally within a product-focused company. This individual will play a key role in supporting the monthly close, revenue recognition, and inventory accounting processes. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment and brings a hands‑on approach to scaling accounting processes for a growth‑stage company.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead or support monthly close processes, focusing on revenue and inventory accounting


• Ensure accurate financial reporting in accordance with US GAAP


• Collaborate with product, operations, and supply chain teams to understand manufacturing and inventory processes


• Maintain and improve accounting processes and internal controls
  
• Assist with audits and compliance requirements


• Work closely with external manufacturing partners and contract manufacturers

Key Requirements:

• 3-6+ years of accounting experience, ideally with a blend of public accounting and industry experience


• Experience in a product-based or e-commerce company (product revenue + inventory)


• Strong understanding of revenue recognition and inventory accounting processes


• Experience working with third‑party contract manufacturers preferred


• Proven track record of stability (avoidance of frequent short tenures — ideally not more than 3 jobs in the past 5 years)


• Comfort working in a fast‑paced, growth‑stage environment


• Strong communication skills and ability to work cross‑functionally


• Highly detail‑oriented and proactive

Preferred Qualifications:

• Big 4 or public accounting background, combined with in‑house industry experience


• CPA designation preferred, but not required


• Experience in health tech, wellness, or consumer products is a plus

Location & Work Hours:

• Remote‑first role; East Coast time zone strongly preferred for alignment with the broader accounting team


• Candidates in New York, San Francisco, or Boston may be asked to work hybrid/in‑office


• Open to Mountain time zone candidates who can flex their schedule to overlap with East Coast hours

Compensation:

• Base Salary: Targeting $120K (flexible for the right candidate)


• Equity: Stock options likely in the $10K - $15K range, depending on final compensation package and experience

Seniority Level

• Mid‑Senior level

Employment Type

• Full‑time

Job Function

• Accounting/Auditing

Industries

• Wellness and Fitness Services

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