Senior Accountant

About Palmstreet:

Palmstreet.app is the #1 live-shopping platform for exotic and unique products (rare plants, crafts, crystals, reptiles). We are transforming the whole US retail industry into the live commerce era, one category at a time.

Founded by Instagram OGs and Apple veterans and backed by top Silicon Valley VCs, Palmstreet has achieved rocketship growth since inception and is rapidly expanding into more categories.

Our vision is to become the online main street of the world, where fun experiences and unique products are accessible anytime, anywhere.

The Opportunity :

As the Senior Accountant, you will lead the company’s accounting operations, oversee day-to-day financial processes, and ensure compliance with accounting standards and regulations. Reporting to the Finance & BizOps Lead, you’ll play a pivotal role in shaping our financial systems, streamlining processes, and supporting strategic decision-making in a high-growth environment.

This is a hands-on role that combines operational expertise with the opportunity to help build the financial infrastructure of a rapidly scaling tech startup.

This job is hybrid/remote, with preference to be located in either Menlo Park or Los Angeles. Regardless of location, it will adhere to Pacific Time working hours. 

Key Responsibilities:

 Budgeting & Financial Reporting:

• Assist in developing budgets and forecasts, analyzing variances, and identifying margin improvement opportunities

• Manage the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close process, ensuring accuracy and timeliness of financial reporting

• Perform monthly reconciliations for bank accounts, credit cards, and other key accounts

• Submit financial statements to investors and other stakeholders as required 

Tax Management:

• Work with external tax advisors to ensure timely preparation and filing of tax returns, including monthly sales tax filings

• Monitor and ensure compliance with all local, state, and federal tax requirements

Compliance & Audit:

• Ensure compliance with GAAP, tax regulations, and other applicable accounting standards

• Prepare for audits by maintaining accurate records and documentation

Accounts Payable & Receivable:

• Oversee AP/AR processes, ensuring timely invoicing, collections, and payments

• Review employee expense submissions, ensuring adherence to company policies

Process Improvement & Scalability:

• Identify and implement improvements to accounting systems and processes to support the company’s growth

• Partner with the Finance & BizOps lead to design scalable financial infrastructure, including accounting policies and internal controls

• Support cross functional FP&A processes by providing key financial data and analyses

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. CPA or equivalent certification strongly preferred

• 4–6 years of professional accounting experience, preferably a mix of accounting firm and startup environment 

• Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting principles

• Proficiency with accounting software (we currently use Quickbooks) and Excel/Google Sheets

• Experience with financial planning and analysis (FP&A) 

• Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills

• Project management experience with ability to influence cross functional teams

• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment
  

Other Info:

• Location: Close to Menlo Park headquarters or Los Angeles is preferred

• Working Hours: Pacific Time

• Travel: up to 20% if not located in the Bay Area

• Compensation: $100,000 - $125,000 plus stock options

• Benefits: Healthcare, dental, vision, paid time off, 12 paid holidays, 401k match, Palmstreet credit

Application Process:

We’re excited to review your application and potentially welcome you to our innovative team!