Senior Accountant

About the Role:

We are seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Senior Accountant to join our finance team. This role will play an integral part in managing our financial processes, including revenue accounting, equity, technical accounting research, and owning our external audit process. The ideal candidate is a proactive problem-solver who enjoys wearing multiple hats, thrives on accuracy, and has a passion for continuous learning and process improvement - particularly with Finance Leadership being one of CloudZero’s primary buyers. This person will collaborate closely with our accounting associate, with both roles reporting directly to Finance leadership.

Responsibilities:

Revenue & Cost Accounting

• Review and analyze revenue contracts in Campfire to ensure proper treatment and documentation

• Advise on and apply revenue recognition standards (ASC 606) across the business

• Record revenue entries and maintain accuracy of the revenue ledger

• Book cost of goods sold (COGS) in alignment with recognized revenue

• Review T&E entries prepared by the accounting associate, ensuring policy compliance

Equity Accounting

• Manage stock-based compensation accounting and related journal entries

• Maintain cap table and equity rollforward schedules

• Partner with legal and HR on equity-related reporting and disclosures

Technical Accounting

• Research and apply new and existing accounting standards (GAAP/ASC)

• Draft technical accounting memos and position papers as needed

• Serve as a resource for complex accounting questions across the team

Audit & Controls

• Manage the external audit process - PBC lists, coordinate auditor requests, and serve as primary point of contact

• Support internal controls documentation and testing

Process & Product Improvement

• Identify and implement operational workflow improvements across the accounting function

• Help build and document scalable accounting processes as the company grows

• CloudZero super-user and provide Finance-oriented feedback to Product and GTM teams

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field

• 3–5 years of relevant experience in accounting or finance

• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills

• Ability to manage multiple priorities and adapt to changing requirements

• Self-starter with a strong work ethic, eagerness to learn, and willingness to take on various responsibilities

• Comfortable learning and working in new technology platforms (we use Campfire, Ramp, and other modern tools)

• Experience with revenue accounting, technical accounting, or audit a plus

• CPA preferred

• Based in Boston and willing to commute to the office at least 2x per week preferred

Equal Opportunity Employer
CloudZero is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status or disability status. All job offers are contingent upon the candidate passing background and reference checks.

Please note: CloudZero is unable to sponsor employment visas. Candidates must have permanent authorization to work in the United States without the need for current or future sponsorship.