What are the responsibilities and job description for the Staff Accountant position at Backyard Ventures?
Job Title: Staff Accountant
Location: Austin, TX (Hybrid)
Company: Backyard Ventures
Reports to: CEO
Founded: 2019
To be considered for this role please submit your resume and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience to Matt@wearebv.com. We will only conduct interviews for those who formally apply via email.
About Backyard Ventures:
Backyard Ventures (BV) is a leading media company specializing in managing and facilitating partnerships for digital influencers, including Podcasts, YouTubers, Newsletter creators, and Social Media Influencers. We pride ourselves on driving impactful collaborations that elevate content and brand visibility. As we expand our operations, we are looking for a detail-oriented and organized Staff Accountant to join our team. This position will play a key role in supporting our accounting processes and working directly with the CEO to make growth decisions.
Position Overview: As a Staff Accountant at Backyard Ventures, you will play a crucial role in managing our financial operations. You will be responsible for bookkeeping, invoicing, and utilizing data analytics to provide insights that drive our growth. We are seeking a detail-oriented individual with a passion for numbers and a keen understanding of financial reporting.
Key Responsibilities:
- Bookkeeping: Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records, including accounts payable and receivable, and cash flow statements.
- Invoicing: Prepare and send invoices to clients, ensuring timely payments and daily follow-up on outstanding balances.
- Payroll: Run creator and staff payroll once monthly.
- Financial Reporting: Assist in the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports to support decision-making.
- Data Analysis: Analyze financial data to identify trends, insights, and opportunities for growth; provide actionable recommendations to management.
- Budgeting: Assist in the budgeting process, monitoring expenditures, and ensuring compliance with budgetary constraints.
- Collaboration: Work closely with other departments to ensure alignment between financial data and operational activities.
- Compliance: Ensure compliance with accounting principles, tax regulations, and company policies.
- Streamlining: Collaborate closely with the operations team to ensure alignment and accuracy across all processes, utilizing Airtable and QuickBooks to streamline workflows and maintain data integrity.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
- 2 years of experience in accounting or bookkeeping; experience in a media or agency environment is a plus.
- Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, Gusto, Airtable) and Microsoft Excel.
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret financial data.
- Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Effective communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.
Why Join Us?
At Backyard Ventures, you will be part of a fast-growing company with a vibrant culture that values creativity and innovation. We offer competitive compensation, opportunities for professional development, and the chance to work with a diverse group of talented individuals in the media industry.
Compensation:
- Salary (commensurate with experience)
- Unlimited PTO
- Ability to work in a hybrid environment
- Option for Insurance reimbursement
How to Apply: If you are excited about joining our team and making a significant impact, please submit your resume and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience to Matt@wearebv.com
We will only conduct interviews for those who formally apply via email.