Location: Rancho Santa Margarita, CA

Schedule: Monday through Friday | 9:00am to 4:00pm

Work Type: Hybrid (3 days onsite required)

FLSA Status: Exempt

Compensation: $85,000 to $100,000 annually, depending on experience and alignment with the role

About the Role

We're looking for a hands-on Senior Accountant to own the day-to-day financial operations that keep Clearly Filtered running accurately and efficiently. This is a high-ownership role for someone who takes genuine pride in clean books, timely closes, and trustworthy data, combining a strong foundation in transactional accounting with working knowledge of inventory and COGS in a product-based business.

This role is hybrid, based in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA with a minimum of 3 days onsite per week. Please apply only if you're able to meet this requirement.

What You'll Do

Accounting Operations

Keep the books accurate, current, and closed on time every month.

• Manage full-cycle accounts payable including invoice processing, vendor payments, and reconciliation
• Reconcile revenues against the point of sale system
• Maintain general ledger accuracy through regular journal entries, reconciliations, and adjustments
• Own the month-end close process, preparing accruals, reconciling accounts, and ensuring books are closed on schedule
• Manage monthly credit card transactions and reconcile with department heads
• Identify and resolve discrepancies with clear documentation

Inventory & COGS Accounting

Ensure inventory balances and cost of goods sold are accurate and audit-ready at all times.

• Manage inventory valuation and reconciliation across all SKUs and locations
• Track and analyze cost of goods sold, surfacing variances and insights to Finance leadership
• Review and maintain bills of materials to ensure accurate cost inputs
• Reconcile inventory records between the ERP system, 3PL reports, and the general ledger
• Support periodic physical inventory counts and resolve discrepancies

Financial Reporting

Provide accurate data and analysis that supports business decisions.

• Assist with monthly financial statements and supporting schedules
• Support KPI dashboard maintenance and variance analysis
• Compile financial data and analysis for internal reporting needs

What You Bring

Required

• 4 to 6 years of progressive accounting experience with ownership of AP, AR, and month-end close
• Strong experience with QuickBooks Online
• Working knowledge of inventory accounting and COGS in a product-based or DTC environment
• Proficiency in Excel or Google Sheets, comfortable with reconciliations, pivot tables, and data analysis
• High attention to detail with strong organizational skills and consistent follow-through
• Able to work independently and manage competing priorities in a fast-moving environment

Preferred

• Experience in a DTC, CPG, or e-commerce company
• Familiarity with Luminous, NetSuite, or other inventory management systems
• Experience reconciling 3PL inventory data against internal records
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field

What Success Looks Like

• Month-end close is completed on schedule with clean reconciliations and no recurring discrepancies
• Inventory balances tie to the general ledger and inventory management system at all times
• COGS is accurately tracked and variances are identified and explained proactively
• Financial records are organized, audit-ready, and accessible when needed
• Finance leadership can rely on the data without having to verify it themselves

What We Offer

• Hybrid work flexibility with 9am to 4pm working hours
• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance benefits
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid holidays, floating holiday, and PTO
• The opportunity to be part of a growing brand focused on helping people live healthier lives

What To Expect

Our interview process is designed to help us get to know you beyond your resume while giving you a clear picture of the role, team, and our work environment.

The process typically includes:

• An initial video interview with a member of our People team
• A second video interview with the hiring manager focused on accounting expertise, operational judgment, and problem-solving
• A potential technical assignment to assess your role-specific skills
• A final onsite interview with team members and cross-functional partners

We aim to keep the process thoughtful, communicative, and respectful of your time.