Senior Accountant

As a Senior Accountant at Eudia, your responsibilities will include building and owning core accounting operations, executing the month-end close process, designing and implementing accounting systems, and supporting both internal and external reporting. You will also play a key role in enabling strategic decision-making by ensuring the accuracy of financial data, which is essential for forecasting and monitoring cash runway.

To apply for the Senior Accountant role at Eudia, candidates should possess a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or equivalent experience, preferably holding a CPA or being on the CPA track. Additionally, a minimum of 8+ years of progressive accounting experience in fast-paced startups or public accounting firms, along with strong knowledge of US GAAP and ASC 606, is essential.

Company culture at Eudia is dynamic and collaborative, focusing on innovation and problem-solving. As a Senior Accountant, you'll work closely with passionate individuals, including founders and VC finance teams, promoting an environment where your ideas can flourish and contribute to impactful work at the forefront of AI technology.

Eudia offers tremendous growth opportunities for Senior Accountants as you build the accounting organization from scratch. Your role involves strategic exposure to decision-making processes and collaboration with the Board and investors, allowing for professional development and the potential to grow your career in an innovative environment that embraces new ideas.

At Eudia, support for the Senior Accountant comes through a collaborative culture and a focus on building a strong accounting function. You will receive direct mentorship from experienced executives and have the autonomy to design systems that cater to Eudia's unique requirements, thus positioning you for professional success.

When answering this question, focus on specific strategies you employed to streamline month-end close activities. Discuss the tools and systems you utilized, any challenges faced, and how you achieved your goals, emphasizing efficiency and accuracy.

To effectively answer, provide examples of how you’ve applied US GAAP in prior roles. Include details on how you stay updated with changes in regulations and how you’ve implemented compliant processes within your team or organization.

List the accounting software systems you have experience using, particularly those relevant to ERP migration. Discuss how your familiarity with these systems has enhanced your performance and mention specific functionalities that helped in financial reporting.

Describe a specific audit engagement, detailing your role and responsibilities during the audit process. Discuss how you prepared for the audit, managed communications with external auditors, and ensured that all documentation was thorough and organized to facilitate a smooth audit process.

Highlight your organizational and time-management skills, explaining how you assess urgency and importance in tasks. Share examples of tools or methods you’ve used to manage workloads effectively during peak accounting periods.

Discuss your understanding of ASC 606 and its impact on revenue recognition. Provide examples of strategies you’ve implemented to align financial reporting with these guidelines, focusing on the precision and timing required.

Explain the process you follow for assessing and designing internal controls. Give examples of successful implementations that have minimized risk and enhanced efficiency within the organization’s accounting function.

Demonstrate your ability to translate complex financial data into understandable language for non-finance personnel. Share examples of presentations or reports you've created that were both informative and engaging.

Express your enthusiasm for working at the intersection of finance and technology. Discuss how the rapidly evolving field of AI inspires you, and articulate how you see your role contributing to the success of transformative innovations.

Provide a thoughtful response that aligns your values and professional goals with Eudia’s mission and culture. Mention specific aspects of the company that resonate with you, such as the innovative approach to legal work and the opportunity to work in a dynamic, growth-oriented environment.