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Senior Accountant

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$95K - $115K/yr

As our Senior Accountant, you will own the monthly close end-to-end and bring structure to cost ... Experience in a startup, pre-revenue, or early-stage manufacturing environment * Familiarity with ...

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Senior Accountant

Pensacola, FL · On-site

$70K - $87K/yr

As a startup asset manager, we have an exciting opportunity to build a team and culture for the future. We're seeking a Senior Accountant to join our Team. We recognize that people are truly what ...

Senior Accountant

Austin, TX · On-site

$73K - $92K/yr

About The Role As a Senior Accountant, you will play a key role in maintaining our financial ... Thrive in a fast-paced, startup environment where you can make a tangible impact. About You: * You ...

Senior Accountant

Culver City, CA · On-site

$95K - $105K/yr

We are seeking a talented and motivated Senior Accountant to join our team and play a key role in a fast-paced startup environment. If you're passionate about the EV revolution, we'd love to hear ...

Senior Accountant

Culver City, CA · On-site

$95K - $105K/yr

We are seeking a talented and motivated Senior Accountant to join our team and play a key role in a fast-paced startup environment. If you're passionate about the EV revolution, we'd love to hear ...

Senior Accountant

Culver City, CA · On-site

$95K - $105K/yr

We are seeking a talented and motivated Senior Accountant to join our team and play a key role in a fast-paced startup environment. If you're passionate about the EV revolution, we'd love to hear ...

Senior Accountant

Mclean, VA · On-site

$95K - $120K/yr

Senior Accountant Location : McLean, VA (Remote/Hybrid available based on candidate experience ... Experience with contract startup, project setup, and indirect rate management. * Experience ...

Senior Accountant

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$96K - $132K/yr

... startup. We ensure accurate, timely financial reporting in accordance with U.S. GAAP while ... About the Role We're looking for a detail-oriented Senior Accountant to help build and run the day ...

Senior Accountant

Chicago, IL

$76K - $95K/yr

With our newly opened food manufacturing plant, the ideal candidate will embrace a startup mindset ... The Senior Accountant will play a critical role as we continue to build scalable accounting ...

Senior Accountant

Torrance, CA

$77K - $97K/yr

About The Role We're seeking a hands-on, operationally minded Senior Accountant to help us build a ... Licensed CPA. * Experience at a startup, high-growth company, or similarly fast-paced environment ...

Senior Accountant

Chicago, IL · On-site

$76K - $95K/yr

With our newly opened food manufacturing plant, the ideal candidate will embrace a startup mindset ... The Senior Accountant will play a critical role as we continue to build scalable accounting ...

Senior Accountant

Chicago, IL · On-site

$76K - $95K/yr

With our newly opened food manufacturing plant, the ideal candidate will embrace a startup mindset ... The Senior Accountant will play a critical role as we continue to build scalable accounting ...

Senior Accountant

New York, NY · On-site

$100K - $120K/yr

Senior Accountant JOB SUMMARY: We are looking for a hands-on, detail-oriented Senior Accountant to ... Bachelor's degree in Accounting * 4+ years of accounting experience (startup or high-growth ...

Senior Accountant

Boston, MA · On-site

$80K - $101K/yr

Sea Machines Robotics Sea Machines is a fast-growing startup specializing in autonomous technology ... Senior Accountant to help keep our financial operations running smoothly. In this role, you'll be ...

Senior Accountant

Boston, MA · On-site

$80K - $101K/yr

Sea Machines Robotics Sea Machines is a fast-growing startup specializing in autonomous technology ... Senior Accountant to help keep our financial operations running smoothly. In this role, you'll be ...

Sr. Accountant

Chicago, IL · Hybrid

$76K - $95K/yr

The Sr. Accountant will work closely with Magnolia's property management brand, STYL Residential ... Our startup culture will allow for the best and brightest talent to excel in an entrepreneurial ...

Senior Accountant

New York, NY · Remote

$75K - $95K/yr

We're hiring a Senior Accountant to own the day-to-day financial operations of the business, with a ... Experience operating in fast-moving, ambiguous or unstructured environments (startup, scaleup, or ...

We are proud to have the best of both worlds - a startup culture with the resources of a large ... The Senior Accountant will report to the Corporate Controller and will manage all day to day ...

Senior Accountant

New York, NY · Remote

$81K - $101K/yr

We're hiring a Senior Accountant to own the day-to-day financial operations of the business, with a ... Experience operating in fast-moving, ambiguous or unstructured environments (startup, scaleup, or ...

We are proud to have the best of both worlds - a startup culture with the resources of a large ... The Senior Accountant will report to the Corporate Controller and will manage all day to day ...

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How much do senior startup accountant jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 22, 2026, the average yearly pay for senior startup accountant in the United States is $84,090.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $74,000.00 and $93,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Senior Startup Accountant vs Startup Bookkeeper?

AspectSenior Startup AccountantStartup Bookkeeper
CredentialsCPA or equivalent, accounting degreeBasic bookkeeping certification or none
ResponsibilitiesFinancial reporting, tax planning, compliance, financial analysisRecording daily transactions, maintaining ledgers
Work EnvironmentFast-paced startups, finance teams, strategic planningSmall business, administrative setting, routine data entry
Industry UsageUsed in startups with complex financial needsCommon in early-stage or small startups

The Senior Startup Accountant handles complex financial tasks, strategic planning, and compliance, often requiring advanced certifications. In contrast, the Startup Bookkeeper focuses on daily transaction recording and ledger maintenance. Both roles are essential but differ significantly in scope and expertise.

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Infographic showing various Senior Startup Accountant job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 94% Full Time, 4% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 81% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 16% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $84,090 per year, or $40.4 per hour.

Senior Accountant

Nitricity

San Francisco, CA • On-site

$95K - $115K/yr

Full-time

Posted 3 days ago

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Job description

We are a pre-production fertilizer manufacturer preparing for our first plant commissioning and commercial launch. As our Senior Accountant, you will own the monthly close end-to-end and bring structure to cost accounting, cash management, and financial planning as we move into production. This role blends hands-on bookkeeping and cost accounting work with strategic financial planning and reporting.
Key responsibilities
  • Own assigned month-end close tasks (specific GL areas, departmental accruals).
  • Run budget vs actuals reporting; investigate and explain variances to function partner.
  • Support audit prep - gather schedules, reconcile to GL, respond to auditor PBC list.
  • Build basic financial model (project ROI, capex justification, departmental P&L).
  • Drive process improvements in close cycle, AP/AR, expense management.
  • Run ad-hoc analyses for management.

Required Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
  • 3+ years of progressive accounting experience, including cost accounting in a manufacturing or industrial setting
  • Demonstrated ability to both perform hands-on bookkeeping and think strategically about financial planning and reporting
  • Solid understanding of cost accounting, inventory valuation, and GAAP
  • Proficiency with accounting software (QuickBooks, NetSuite, SAP, or similar ERP); strong Excel skills

Preferred Qualifications
  • CPA designation (active or eligible)
  • Experience in a startup, pre-revenue, or early-stage manufacturing environment
  • Familiarity with agricultural inputs, chemicals, or commodity-based businesses
  • Experience implementing or transitioning accounting systems
  • Exposure to partnering with operations teams on budgeting or FP&A

Compensation
The pay range for this position is $95,000-$115,000 per year, in compliance with California's pay transparency law (Labor Code Section 432.3). Actual pay within this range will depend on the candidate's experience, skills, and qualifications. This role is also eligible for Nitricity's standard benefits package.