Sr. Accountant

Vianttechnology; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully paid health insurance

Paid parental leave

Unlimited PTO

Job summary

Viant Technology in Irvine, CA is seeking a Senior Accountant to join our finance team and strengthen the monthly close process. You will collaborate with general ledger, accounting management, and IT on ERP integrations and data integrity initiatives to improve efficiency.

The role requires 3+ years of accounting experience, strong GAAP knowledge, and expertise in Excel (Power Query). Base compensation ranges from $95,000 to $105,000 with full benefits and opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field
• 3+ years relevant Accounting experience
• CPA preferred (In process or Active)
• Solid knowledge of accounting and GAAP
• Big 4/regional firm audit/assurance experience preferred or a mix of public and private experience
• Expertise in Microsoft Excel, including advanced functions (e.g., XLOOKUP, Power Query or PowerPivots)
• Prior involvement in ERP implementation (NetSuite preferred), optimization, or system conversion projects preferred
• Analytical ability to develop and implement improvements or recommendations
• Strong attention to detail and high level of accuracy
• Able to handle extremely sensitive information requiring the utmost discretion and confidentiality
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, excellent organizational skills
• Excellent IT skills

Responsibilities

• Accountable for certain aspects of the monthly financial close process and corresponding deadlines
• Prepare and perform financial statement flux analysis for assigned areas
• Coordinate and collaborate efficiently with other general ledger staff, finance, and other accounting personnel
• Leverage and research accounting pronouncements, as directed
• Prepare support for external auditors
• Prepare journal entries for accounting matters that require a senior accountant level skill set
• Prepare accurate and quality balance sheet reconciliations monthly
• Work closely with the Accounting Managers to maintain appropriate internal controls over certain aspects of accounting transaction processing and reporting, as directed
• Collaborate cross‑functionally with Accounting, Finance, and IT teams on ERP system integrations, process improvements, and data integrity initiatives
• Utilize advanced Excel functions and Power Query to manipulate and analyze large datasets efficiently
• Work cross‑functionally with other teams such as operations to streamline accounting processes, as directed
• Assist with special projects, as needed

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Advanced Excel

Power Query

NetSuite ERP

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

ERP (NetSuite)

Job description

WHAT YOU’LL DO

Viant is looking for a Sr. Accountant. This role is an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic team at a leading and growing digital advertising technology company operating in a fast‑paced industry. The position focuses on improving the financial close process with large data sets, supporting Accounting Management, and collaborating daily with general ledger team members to coordinate the monthly close, address internal and external audit requests, lead process improvement projects, and handle various internal reporting and ad‑hoc requests as needed.

THE DAY-TO-DAY

• Accountable for certain aspects of the monthly financial close process and corresponding deadlines
• Prepare and perform financial statement flux analysis for assigned areas
• Coordinate and collaborate efficiently with other general ledger staff, finance, and other accounting personnel
• Leverage and research accounting pronouncements, as directed
• Prepare support for external auditors
• Prepare journal entries for accounting matters that require a senior accountant level skill set
• Prepare accurate and quality balance sheet reconciliations monthly
• Work closely with the Accounting Managers to maintain appropriate internal controls over certain aspects of accounting transaction processing and reporting, as directed
• Collaborate cross‑functionally with Accounting, Finance, and IT teams on ERP system integrations, process improvements, and data integrity initiatives
• Utilize advanced Excel functions and Power Query to manipulate and analyze large datasets efficiently
• Work cross‑functionally with other teams such as operations to streamline accounting processes, as directed
• Assist with special projects, as needed

GREAT TO HAVE

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field
• 3+ years relevant Accounting experience
• CPA preferred (In process or Active)
• Solid knowledge of accounting and GAAP
• Big 4/regional firm audit/assurance experience preferred or a mix of public and private experience
• Expertise in Microsoft Excel, including advanced functions (e.g., XLOOKUP, Power Query or PowerPivots)
• Prior involvement in ERP implementation (NetSuite preferred), optimization, or system conversion projects preferred
• Analytical ability to develop and implement improvements or recommendations
• Strong attention to detail and high level of accuracy
• Able to handle extremely sensitive information requiring the utmost discretion and confidentiality
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, excellent organizational skills
• Excellent IT skills

LIFE AT VIANT

Investing in our employee’s professional growth is important to us, but so is investing in their well‑being. That’s why Viant was voted one of the best places to work. Our employee benefits include fully paid health insurance, paid parental leave, and unlimited PTO and more.

Base compensation range: $95,000 - $105,000

In accordance with California law, the range provided is Viant’s reasonable estimate of the compensation for this role. Final title and compensation for the position will be based on several factors including work experience and education.

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ABOUT VIANT

Viant Technology (NASDAQ: DSP) is an exclusively buy‑side, AI‑powered advertising platform purpose‑built for CTV. Viant uniquely combines proprietary content intelligence, household‑level identity resolution, and person‑level attention signals to connect advertisers with real customers and drive measurable outcomes across the open internet. Through its award‑winning AI solutions, Viant is building the future of autonomous advertising, where AI doesn’t just assist the campaign, it delivers real results. Learn more at viantinc.com.

Viant is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions on the basis of merit. Viant prohibits unlawful discrimination against employees or applicants based on race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, reproductive health, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, military status, veteran status, citizenship, pregnancy, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. Viant also prohibits unlawful discrimination based on the perception that anyone has or is associated with any of those characteristics.