Staff Accountant, GL

Faire•San Francisco, CA

8h•Hybrid

About The Position

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented General Ledger Staff Accountant to join our team. The ideal candidate will have experience with general ledger accounting and month-end close. In this role, you’ll support core accounting operations, ensure accurate financial reporting, and help scale processes. You’ll work cross-functionally and play a key role in maintaining the integrity of our financial data. This role will report directly to the Senior Accounting Manager.

Requirements

Staff Accountant with 1-2 years of experience in general ledger accounting
Experience with NetSuite or a similar ERP system (Oracle, SAP)
Good understanding of GAAP
Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Accounting
Proficient in Microsoft Excel and other accounting software
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Nice To Haves

Uses tools like AI to simplify work and help the team move faster

Responsibilities

Prepare and post journal entries and maintain the general ledger
Perform monthly, quarterly, and year-end close activities
Reconcile balance sheet accounts (cash, accruals, prepaid expenses, fixed assets, etc.)
Support financial reporting and variance analysis
Assist with audit preparation (external audits, SOX/internal controls if applicable)
Partner with cross-functional teams (FP&A, Revenue, Tax, etc.) to ensure accurate accounting treatment
Ensure compliance with GAAP and internal policies
Ad hoc accounting projects and requests, as needed
Identify and implement opportunities to use AI and automation to streamline workflows, reduce manual work, and enhance data insights