Senior Accountant

Lightricks is an AI-first company creating next-generation content creation technology for businesses, enterprises, and studios with a mission to bridge the gap between imagination and creation. At our core is LTX-2, an open-source generative video model, built to deliver expressive, high-fidelity video at unmatched speed. It powers both our own products and a growing ecosystem of partners through API integration.

The company is also known globally for pioneering consumer creativity through products like Facetune, one of the world’s most recognized creative brands, which helped introduce AI-powered visual expression to hundreds of millions of users worldwide. We combine deep research, user-first design, and end-to-end execution from concept to final render, to bring the future of expression to all.

Why Join Us:

We’re here to push the boundaries of what’s possible with AI and video - not for the buzz, but for the craft, the challenge, and the chance to make something genuinely new.
We believe in an environment where people are encouraged to think, create and explore. Real impact happens when people are empowered to experiment, evolve, and elevate together.
At Lightricks, every breakthrough starts with great people and a collaborative mindset. If you're looking for a place that combines deep tech, creative energy, and zero buzzword culture, you might be in the right place.

We are looking for a highly motivated Accounting & Bookkeeping associate to join our team in our New York office. Reporting to the Director of Finance which is located at our headquarters, this is a true hybrid role that blends hands-on bookkeeping with core accounting responsibilities. This position is responsible for day-to-day transaction processing while also participating in month-end close, reconciliations, compliance, and financial reporting.

The ideal candidate thrives in an environment where they can roll up their sleeves to ensure transactional accuracy, yet also step back to apply accounting principles and process ownership. This role requires close collaboration with multiple finance stakeholders, including Accounting, Payroll, Procurement and Billing Operations. 

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date bookkeeping records in the company’s ERP/accounting system (Netsuite).
• Record and reconcile bank, credit card, and payment platform transactions.
• Process accounts payable (AP), including vendor onboarding, invoice coding, approvals, and payments.
• Process accounts receivable (AR) tasks such as invoice creation, customer payment tracking, and collections follow-ups.
• Maintain fixed asset registers and support asset capitalization.
• Work closely with the Global Payroll Manager to ensure accurate and timely payroll processing and recording.
• Prepare and validate payroll inputs and variable compensation (bonuses&commissions).

• Prepare journal entries, accruals, and reconciliations for month-end and year-end close.
• Reconcile balance sheet accounts (e.g., cash, prepaid, accruals, intercompany).
• Support consolidation activities where applicable.
• Ensure accurate classification under the company’s revenue recognition and expense policies.

• Support external audit processes by preparing schedules and documentation.
• Assist with income and sales tax statutory reporting in coordination with external consultants.

• A well-versed accounting professional with 5+ years of experience, covering varied roles and subject matter areas in the B2B tech space
• 3+ years of hands-on experience in bookkeeping 
• Full cycle AP and AR - must
• Strong understanding of accounting principles (US GAAP)
• Understanding in US payroll and employee health insurance plan administration 
• Excellent communication skills and a proven track record of working cross-functionally with other departments to drive value to the business
• Advanced Excel and analytical skills with high attention to detail
• CPA or CPA candidate is a plus
• Experience with NetSuite is preferred

• Expected salary range is $115,000-$125,000 
• Stock options.
• Health/dental/vision with majority of premiums paid by the company.
• 401k with company match. (Up to 4%) 
• $3,000 per year provided for lunch.
• $1,000 Yearly Learning, Development, and Wellness budget.
• Work from home stipend.
• 21 Days of PTO.
• Birthdays off! Take a free day off during your birthday month to celebrate.
• Talented teammates and a strong work culture, supporting a healthy work-life balance.

Lightricks is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive and welcoming environment for every person who walks through our doors. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, not by one's beliefs. Even if you don't fit everything, we encourage you to apply!

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