Senior Accountant, Finance & Operations

Bubble Goods, Inc.; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); Hybrid; USD 58,500 - 71,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity

Flexible work environment

Snacks provided

Job summary

Bubble Goods, Inc. is seeking a hands-on Senior Accountant, Finance & Operations in Philadelphia. The ideal candidate will manage day-to-day accounting operations while supporting key financial initiatives and improving processes in a growing startup.

This position offers a salary of $65,000 plus equity, providing a unique opportunity to work closely with leadership and potentially evolve into a Finance Manager or Controller role.

Join a mission-driven company aiming to disrupt the food industry, with hybrid work opportunities and a supportive culture.

Qualifications

• 3–5+ years of accounting experience.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles.
• Experience managing month-end close.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day accounting activities.
• Oversee accounts payable and receivable.
• Lead month-end close processes.

Skills

Accounting experience

Financial reporting

Advanced Excel

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance

Tools

QuickBooks

Xero

NetSuite

Job description

As we continue to scale, we're looking for a hands‑on Senior Accountant, Finance & Operations to help build and manage the financial foundation of the business. This role is ideal for an accounting professional who wants to move beyond traditional bookkeeping and gain exposure to operational finance, systems building, and startup operations while working directly alongside the Founder, fractional CFO, and leadership team.

The Senior Accountant, Finance & Operations will own the day‑to‑day accounting operations of the business while supporting key finance and operational initiatives. This person will be responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, managing the monthly close process, overseeing cash management, supporting investor reporting, and helping improve the systems and processes that enable the business to scale.

The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail‑oriented, analytical, and excited about building processes in a fast‑growing startup environment.

Success in this role looks like accurate and timely monthly closes, strong visibility into company cash flow and financial performance, reliable and organized financial reporting, improved finance processes and operational efficiency, and scalable systems that support the company's growth.

What You'll Do

Accounting & Financial Operations

• Manage day‑to‑day accounting activities
• Maintain accurate general ledger and financial records
• Oversee accounts payable and accounts receivable
• Prepare and post journal entries
• Perform monthly bank and credit card reconciliations
• Lead month‑end close processes
• Support payroll administration and reconciliation
• Manage sales tax filings and compliance requirements
• Coordinate with external accountants and tax advisors
• Ensure financial records are accurate, organized, and audit‑ready

Finance Operations

• Monitor and manage company cash flow
• Maintain cash forecasting and payment schedules
• Reconcile marketplace transactions, payouts, and vendor settlements
• Track vendor obligations and payment timing
• Support operational reporting and financial data accuracy
• Assist with financial process improvements and workflow automation
• Identify opportunities to improve operational efficiency across finance functions

Founder & Investor Support

• Support preparation of board and investor reporting materials
• Assist with financial data requests and due diligence materials
• Prepare recurring management reports and financial summaries
• Support special projects related to company growth and operations
• Partner closely with the Founder and fractional CFO on finance and operational initiatives

Systems & Process Development

• Help build scalable accounting and finance processes
• Improve documentation and internal controls
• Assist in implementing new systems and automation tools
• Create reporting workflows that improve visibility across the business
• Support continuous improvement of financial operations

What We're Looking For

• 3–5+ years of accounting experience
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting
• Experience managing month‑end close and reconciliations
• Advanced Excel and Google Sheets skills
• Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities
• Comfortable operating in a fast‑paced startup environment

Nice to Have

• Experience with eCommerce, marketplace, retail, or consumer goods businesses
• Familiarity with Shopify and online commerce platforms
• Experience working with QuickBooks, Xero, NetSuite, or similar systems
• Experience supporting operational finance functions
• Interest in growing into a broader finance leadership role over time

Compensation & Growth

$65,000 + equity.

This role offers a unique opportunity to work directly with company leadership and gain exposure to operational finance, investor reporting, and business operations. As Bubble Goods continues to grow, this position has the potential to evolve into a Finance Manager or Controller role.

Why Join Us

• Join a mission‑driven company shaping the future of food
• Equity & Scale: Early‑stage stake in a company disrupting a $1.5T industry
• Low Ego, High Agency: We prioritize the best idea over the highest title and give you the autonomy to ship the solutions you propose
• Hybrid Work: In‑person collaboration in Philadelphia with flexibility to work remotely for focused execution
• Snacks on snacks on snacks!