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Editorialist melds personal styling, editorial content, and shopping into one seamless digital experience powered by proprietary technology and e-commerce tools.

Editorialist.com, our media property, delivers sophisticated content and commerce to aspirational and affluent consumers. Our stories connect readers with bespoke product and service solutions for fashion, accessories, beauty, and wellness needs. The cornerstone of our tech platform—the Editorialist app—blends content, digital services, and e-commerce for our elite clientele, individuals with an average net worth in excess of $550 million. Our co-founder and CEO Rafael Ortiz previously co-founded NexTag, the largest comparison shopping site for products and services, and was responsible for marketing and business development until its sale for $1.2 billion.

We are a dynamic and collaborative finance team committed to integrity, excellence, and innovation. We foster a supportive work environment that encourages professional growth and values each team member's contributions to the company's success.

We are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Senior Accountant to join our Finance Department. This role is responsible for accounting activities for our US legal entity, including month-end processes, reconciliations, and financial reporting. This position requires a hands‑on professional who can manage intercompany transactions, payroll inputs, expense tracking, and contribute to continuous process improvements.

• Support the monthly close process by preparing and posting journal entries, including payroll, 401(k), accrued expenses, advertising commissions, interest on notes, depreciation, and other recurring entries.
• Perform and review balance sheet reconciliations, including clearing accounts such as Bill.com, fixed assets, inventory‑related accounts, and other assigned accounts.
• Work closely with the IT Department to ensure all fixed assets and computer equipment are properly recorded, tracked, reconciled, and maintained in the fixed asset register.
• Ensure depreciation calculations are accurate, depreciation entries are booked on time, and fixed asset records are aligned with accounting policies and supporting documentation.
• Maintain and update cash burn reports, rate calculation files, and expense classifications, including software, content creation, and other operating cost categories.
• Participate in procurement‑related reviews by analyzing vendor costs, subscriptions, freelancer payments, and spend patterns to identify opportunities to improve the company’s cost structure.
• Support inventory reconciliations by comparing accounting records with operational data, investigating variances, and coordinating timely corrections.
• Support financial governance and guardrails over affiliate platforms by validating platform‑related transactions, balances, and commissions, and ensuring proper accounting treatment and reporting.
• Help prepare management and financial reports and ensure the accuracy, completeness, and consistency of QuickBooks Online (QBO) entries.

• Communicate and coordinate with global finance teams, leadership, and external consultants.
• Maintain accurate documentation and ensure data integrity across all systems.
• Identify and implement process improvements to increase efficiency and accuracy.Support ad hoc financial analysis and reporting as needed.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field. CA Inter or equivalent Indian qualification preferred.
• Strong understanding of US GAAP is a plus.
• Hands‑on experience with accounting software such as QuickBooks Online (QBO) and MS Excel (advanced functions).
• Experience in handling statutory audits, tax filings, and monthly close processes.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast‑paced environment.
• Excellent communication skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively across functions and time zones.

• Minimum of 5‑7 years of experience in accounting
• Familiarity with accounting software, particularly QuickBooks.
• Background in a fast‑paced industry like e‑commerce or digital marketing is a plus. Start‑up experience is preferred.