Accountant

The Trade Desk•Ventura, CA

3h•Onsite

About The Position

The Trade Desk is seeking a Staff Accountant to be part of the GL team at our headquarters in Ventura, CA. This role will report to the Associate Accounting Manager and will be part of a high caliber Accounting and Finance team. The Staff Accountant will help ensure that all accounting activities are recorded timely and accurately. We are looking for someone who is highly motivated, pro-active, eager to learn and contribute to the team.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics or related field preferred
2+ years of progressive experience in corporate accounting, public company experience a plus
Working knowledge of GAAP
Outstanding verbal, written and interpersonal skills
Thrives in a fast paced, high growth environment
Ability to meet tight deadlines, while maintaining accuracy of information and attention to detail.
Ability to exercise good judgment and critical thinking
Self-starter and able to work independently with minimal supervision
Ability to work collaboratively with all levels of employees, management, business partners and external contacts to maximize efficiency and results
Strong time management skills and ability to work under pressure
Intermediate/advanced Excel skills

Responsibilities

Assist in the monthly close process including preparation of journal entries, account reconciliations, and general ledger transactions
Responsible for all accounting aspects related to Cloud computing and Intangibles
Responsible for all accounting aspects related to Fixed Assets: Additions, Depreciation, Disposal, Retirement, Construction in Progress (CIP), Leasehold Improvement (LHI) etc.
Research discrepancies and propose adjustments when necessary
Review and process prepaid expenses
Provide meaningful explanation for monthly variance analysis and quarterly/annual flux analysis
Prepare disclosure schedules for quarterly and annual filing
Maintain, implement, and adhere to internal controls under SOX and accounting procedures ensuring compliance with GAAP.
Provide support for the annual financial statement audit and SOX processes
Assist the Accounting team in researching, documenting, and implementing the impact of current accounting convention when necessary
Strong interest in continuously improving the automation of the accounting and reporting process.
Participate in various department-wide initiatives
Assist management with special projects and ad-hoc requests, as needed

Benefits

comprehensive healthcare (medical, dental, and vision) with premiums paid in full for employees and dependents
retirement benefits such as a 401k plan and company match
short and long-term disability coverage
basic life insurance
well-being benefits
reimbursement for certain tuition expenses
parental leave
sick time of 1 hour per 30 hours worked
vacation time for full-time employees up to 120 hours thru the first year and 160 hours thereafter
around 13 paid holidays per year
Employees can also purchase The Trade Desk stock at a discount through The Trade Desk’s Employee Stock Purchase Plan.