Finance Operations Manager

RedCircle•Los Angeles, CA

20h•Hybrid

About The Position

RedCircle is hiring a Finance Operations Manager to oversee and improve the company’s financial processes, reporting, and day-to-day operations. The role is part of the Operations team and works across the company to support a business with thousands of podcasters, complex advertising campaigns, and thousands of monthly financial transactions. It is a hands-on position with significant ownership, including coordination with a contract bookkeeper and external accounting partners, collaboration with advertising and account management teams, and delivery of accurate financial information to leadership and investors. The position also identifies opportunities to improve and automate financial workflows as the company grows. The role is hybrid and requires working in person at the RedCircle office in Los Angeles or Boston three to four days per week. Estimated annual base salary is $70,000–$130,000, plus equity and benefits; compensation depends on location, experience, and qualifications. RedCircle provides tools for podcast analytics, growth, payments, and advertising revenue, as well as an advertising platform connecting brands with podcast audiences. It is a growing, venture-backed technology company with a small, collaborative team focused on helping podcasters turn their art into income.

Requirements

At least 4 years of experience in accounting or a hands-on financial operations role.
Experience coordinating or owning month-end close processes, financial reconciliations, and financial reporting.
Solid understanding of accounting principles and financial statements, and ability to work effectively with professional accountants and external advisors.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including investigating financial discrepancies and working with complex datasets.
Advanced proficiency in Excel, including financial modeling, data analysis, and reconciliations.
Experience using AI tools to automate financial processes.
Experience with accounting software.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to independently manage recurring processes and deadlines.
Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to work across departments and respond professionally to external financial inquiries.
Proactive, hands-on approach to problem-solving and process improvement, with willingness to handle both routine operational work and complex financial challenges.
Ability to work hybrid in person at the RedCircle office in Los Angeles or Boston 3–4 days per week.

Nice To Haves

Experience at a technology company or another fast-growing business.
Familiarity with Xero.
Experience in digital advertising, media, marketplaces, or other businesses with complex revenue-sharing or payment models.
Experience with billing systems, payment platforms such as Stripe, or automated financial workflows.
Familiarity with SQL, BI tools, or other data analysis tools.
Experience developing cash flow forecasts or supporting financial planning and analysis.
Experience coordinating work with external bookkeepers, accountants, or fractional finance teams.

Responsibilities

Own the monthly financial close, ensuring accurate transaction recording, completed reconciliations, and timely financial reporting.
Manage advertising revenue reconciliation and invoicing with advertising operations and account management teams, ensuring campaigns are billed accurately, discrepancies are resolved, and revenue is properly accounted for.
Prepare monthly financial statements and reports for company leadership, including income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow reporting, in coordination with the bookkeeper.
Maintain short-term cash flow forecasts and help leadership understand the company’s cash position, expected inflows, and upcoming obligations.
Oversee day-to-day financial operations with the contract bookkeeper, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, expenses, and bank reconciliations.
Manage payment operations and support by investigating payment issues, responding to inquiries, and coordinating resolutions with internal teams.
Oversee accounts receivable and accounts payable alongside the bookkeeper.
Maintain accurate financial records and processes, partnering with external accountants and advisors on accounting questions, year-end close, and tax-related requests.
Identify and implement opportunities to improve and automate accounting, invoicing, reporting, and payment workflows.
Prepare recurring and ad hoc financial analyses to help leadership understand business performance, revenue trends, and operational financial metrics.
Support leadership and other teams on finance-related projects and initiatives as needed.