Senior Accountant

Bolt Graphics•Sunnyvale, CA

5d•$100,000 - $125,000

About The Position

The Senior Accountant will report directly to the Corporate Controller and play a key role in building and scaling the company’s accounting function. This is a high-impact position responsible for developing scalable processes, supporting audit readiness, and contributing to accurate and timely financial reporting as the company grows. As a hands-on contributor, the Senior Accountant will support the full accounting cycle, including transaction processing, technical accounting analysis, balance sheet reconciliations, and month-end close. This role will also assist in the preparation of financial statements and ensure compliance with US GAAP and internal controls. We are seeking a candidate who thrives in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, demonstrates strong ownership, and is eager to take on increasing responsibility and complexity. This role is critical to maintaining the integrity of the company’s financials and supporting its continued growth and scalability.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance, CPA preferred
5+ years of progressive accounting experience; public accounting experience a plus.
Deep knowledge of US GAAP
Proficiency with ERP systems (NetSuite, QuickBooks, Ramp) and Excel/Google Sheets.
Experience supporting audits and working with external auditors
Exposure to FP&A (budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis)
Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work in a team environment
Adapts quickly to changes in a dynamic organizational structure and business processes
Strong analytical skills and attention to detail; ability to meet hard close deadlines
Self-motivated with strong organizational, written, and oral communication skills

Responsibilities

Own key areas of the month-end close, including journal entries, account reconciliations, and variance analysis
Manage and support payroll tax recording and compliance, including review of payroll tax filings and coordination with payroll provider
Assist with technical accounting, including application of ASC 842 and ASC 606
Drive improvements in close timelines, accuracy, and efficiency
Review general ledger activity for accuracy; investigate and resolve discrepancies and coding issues
Manage fixed assets, including capitalization, depreciation, and support for annual audits
Prepare financial statements (income statement, balance sheet, and cash flow) in accordance with US GAAP
Build and maintain audit-ready schedules and supporting documentation
Manage and support payroll tax recording and compliance, including review of payroll tax filings and coordination with payroll providers
Support stock-based compensation and equity-related accounting processes
Support external audits, including preparation of PBC schedules and timely responses to auditor requests
Assist in designing and implementing internal controls in compliance with SOX
Ensure proper documentation and audit trails are maintained
Support budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis
Assist with financial modeling and KPI reporting
Partner with department leaders to track performance against budget and provide insights
Support preparation and filing of sales and use tax, property tax, and 1099 reporting
Assist in preparation of corporate income tax filings (federal and state) in coordination with external tax advisors
Ensure timely and accurate compliance with all applicable tax regulations and reporting requirements
Build and document scalable accounting processes
Identify opportunities for automation and system enhancements
Support implementation and optimization of systems (e.g., QuickBooks Online, NetSuite, Ramp, Rippling)
Collaborate with Legal, HR, and other cross-functional teams to support business needs and improve data flow
Partner closely with the Controller on special projects, focusing on process improvements while maintaining financial accuracy
Perform other accounting and finance-related duties as assigned by the Controller