The Trade Desk is a global technology company and the world’s leading independent platform for digital advertising, with nearly 4,000 employees across more than 30 offices. Our technology helps advertisers reach the right audiences across the open internet — from streaming TV and podcasts to mobile apps, news, and more.
Advertising powers the content people love. By making it more transparent, effective, and responsible, we help support trusted journalism, quality entertainment, and creators worldwide. The world’s brands and agencies rely on us to reach their customers and grow their businesses responsibly.
The scale of our platform brings unique technical challenges — from processing massive datasets in real time to building systems that operate reliably on a global scale. When you work here, your impact is worldwide. We welcome diverse perspectives, encourage curiosity, and build teams that learn from one another. If you’re driven to solve meaningful challenges, we’d love to meet you.
What we do:
The Sr. Accountant, Accounting Reporting and Analytics, will be responsible for preparing reporting and data analytics to provide strategic and actionable insights derived from primarily historical financial data. The job includes analyzing data and identifying drivers, trends and root causes. Prepare manual and automated reports and dashboards, support report automation efforts, and help drive adoption of reporting tools and insights.
This role reports to the Director of Accounting Reporting and Analytics. The role will partner with Accounting, FP&A, SEC Reporting, Finance Systems, Business Intelligence and other teams as necessary. There will be a mix of monthly recurring reporting deliverables and other ad-hoc/project based deliverables needs.
We’re looking for an experienced professional with an understanding of accounting systems and related data outputs, including Oracle ERP and other reporting tools. This role requires experience using financial data to prepare schedules, perform analysis, and identify trends and variances. The ideal candidate is organized, able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment, and capable of translating complex financial information into clear and useful reporting.
What you'll do:
- Prepare reports and dashboards on various accounting related data – including, but not limited to revenue, costs, accounting productivity, transaction velocity – analyzing drivers, trends, root causes and providing or facilitating business insights. Work with Business Intelligence and Finance Systems reporting teams to obtain data and support automated reports and dashboards.
- Prepare summaries of data and analyses, highlighting key findings, trends, and potential areas for follow-up.
- Assist the Director, Accounting Reporting and Analytics in the implementation of reporting and analysis projects.
- Help triage and respond to internal requests for accounting related reporting.
- Support ad hoc reporting requests, projects, and analyses for accounting leadership and cross-functional business partners.
- Support monthly and quarterly review processes by preparing analyses, schedules, and reporting materials for accounting leadership.
Who you are:
- Bachelor’s degree in finance or accounting, or a related field; MBA and/or CPA is a plus.
- 3+ years of experience in a combination of corporate finance (accounting/data analytics/FP&A).
- Knowledge of accounting systems, financial reporting systems, report building and data visualization tools.
- Strong understanding of corporate finance and accounting principles.
- Proficient/Advanced Excel skills, with experience or interest in working with IT experts to extract data from and into databases (Oracle, Vertica, etc.) and building the design and testing reports and dashboards built in data visualization tools (Tableau & Incorta).
- Proven ability to execute reports and perform ad-hoc analyses.
- Excellent communication skills, with the ability to present findings clearly and concisely to accounting leadership and cross-functional business partners.
- Ability to collaborate effectively across functions and prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to collaborate effectively on cross-functional projects, manage assigned deliverables, and meet deadlines while working with multiple stakeholders.
- High integrity and a proactive approach to supporting the business.
The Trade Desk does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firm recruiters. Fees will not be paid in the event a candidate submitted by a recruiter without an agreement in place is hired; such resumes will be deemed the sole property of The Trade Desk. The Trade Desk is an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.
The Trade Desk will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories for employment in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring, Ordinance No. 184652.
In accordance with various US state laws, the range provided is the Trade Desk's reasonable estimate of the base compensation for this role. The actual amount may differ based on non-discriminatory factors such as experience, knowledge, skills, and location. All employees may be eligible to become The Trade Desk shareholders through eligibility for stock-based compensation grants, which are awarded to employees based on company and individual performance. The Trade Desk also offers other compensation depending on the role such as variable compensation-based incentives and commissions. Plus, expected benefits for this role include comprehensive healthcare (medical, dental, and vision) with premiums paid in full for employees and dependents, retirement benefits such as a 401k plan and company match, short and long-term disability coverage, basic life insurance, well-being benefits, reimbursement for certain tuition expenses, parental leave, sick time of 1 hour per 30 hours worked, vacation time for full-time employees up to 120 hours thru the first year and 160 hours thereafter, and around 13 paid holidays per year. Employees can also purchase The Trade Desk stock at a discount through The Trade Desk’s Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
The Trade Desk also offers a competitive benefits package. Click here to learn more.
Note: Interns are not eligible for variable incentive awards such as stock-based compensation, retirement plan, vacation, tuition reimbursement or parental leave
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, The Trade Desk is committed to creating an inclusive hiring experience where everyone has the opportunity to thrive.
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Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, or related field
- 3+ years of experience in corporate finance, accounting, data analytics, or FP&A
- Knowledge of accounting systems and financial reporting systems
- Proficient/Advanced Excel skills
- Experience working with databases and extracting data (Oracle, Vertica) and building reports/dashboards in Tableau and Incorta
- Strong understanding of corporate finance and accounting principles
- Proven ability to execute reports and perform ad-hoc analyses
- Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills
- MBA and/or CPA
- High integrity and proactive approach
The Trade Desk Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about The Trade Desk and has not been reviewed or approved by The Trade Desk.
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Affordable Benefits — Healthcare premiums are often paid in full for employees and dependents, reducing out-of-pocket costs. Coverage includes medical, dental, and vision alongside mental health and wellness support.
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Equity Value & Accessibility — Packages commonly include new-hire stock grants, a generous Employee Stock Purchase Plan, and equity refreshers tied to performance. Feedback suggests equity meaningfully boosts total compensation alongside base pay and bonuses.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Generous PTO, paid holidays, paid sick time, and sabbaticals are available. Paid parental leave and extensive family-planning support broaden time-off and caregiving coverage.
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What We Do
The Trade Desk is changing the way global brands and their agencies advertise to audiences around the world. Our mission is to transform media for the benefit of humankind. Our media-buying platform helps brands deliver a more insightful and relevant ad experience for consumers — and sets a new standard for reach, accuracy, and transparency.
Why Work With Us
With up to 11 million queries per second and SLAs in the milliseconds, we’re tackling data and software challenges at massive scale. While we’re growing fast, investing in our value based company culture remains one of our top priorities. If you’re talented, driven, and hungry to bring something entirely new and wildly ambitious, let's talk.
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