Senior Accountant

Hi, We’re Franki 

Franki is an AI-powered startup transforming how people discover and choose where to eat, drink, and explore. Our platform is built on video recommendations from a passionate community of creators and dining enthusiasts who help people find the best experiences in their area.

We’re a fast-moving, high-ownership team that values creativity and execution. The category is dynamic and fun, and we're building a brand that reflects that energy. If you're the kind of person who has strong ideas and makes them happen, we’d love to hear from you.

Why Join Franki...

• Own a high-impact function within a growing startup
• Help shape how the brand connects with users, creators, and restaurant partners
• Join a collaborative, ambitious team that values autonomy and original thinking

• PTO: 10 days per year.
• Holidays: We recognize local public holidays in addition to a company-wide holiday break between Christmas and the end of the year (25th Dec - 31st Dec).

The Senior Accountant supports the Head of Finance in executing the company’s day-to-day accounting and financial operations. This role owns the operational execution of the accounting cycle, ensures accurate financial records, and supports reporting, budgeting, and compliance processes.

This position is ideal for a detail-oriented accounting professional who thrives in a fast-paced startup environment and enjoys building structured, scalable processes. 

WHAT YOU'LL DO

Accounts Payable & Payment Operations

• Own the operational execution of the full accounting cycle, including accounts payable, reconciliations, and journal entries
• Track and manage all outgoing payments to ensure accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with internal controls
• Administer the end-to-end procure-to-pay (P2P) process, including approvals, and documentation
• Maintain and update vendor databases, ensuring records are complete, accurate, and audit-ready

Accounting & Month-End Close

• Prepare and post journal entries, including accruals, prepayments, and expense allocations
• Prepare monthly account reconciliations and supporting schedules
• Support the month-end and year-end close process, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting
• Maintain accurate general ledger records in QuickBooks
• Prepare documentation for 1099 filings and support tax compliance activities

Spend Management & Budget Oversight

• Monitor and categorize company-wide spend across departments, flagging anomalies and ensuring budget alignment
• Support the rolling budget management process: track actuals vs. budget, analyze variances, and provide actionable commentary to Head of Finance
• Support the preparation and maintenance of rolling financial forecasts, updating models as actuals come in
• Analyze and track spend variances with teams.

Financial Reporting & Analysis

• Prepare regular financial reports for leadership: income statements, cash flow summaries, spend dashboards, and KPI trackers
• Assist in the preparation of management reports and presentations, translating financial data into clear insights
• Support ad hoc financial analysis as requested by leadership

Cross-Functional Finance Support

•  Act as the internal point of contact for AP, reimbursements, and accounting-related questions from across the company
• Provide guidance to departments on expense policies, reimbursement processes, and financial compliance
• Support external tax advisors with documentation, reconciliations, and reporting as needed
• Assist with audit preparation and documentation, ensuring records are organized and accessible

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance preferred.

Work Experience: 4 - 7 years of experience in Accounting and/or Finance preferably at international or global organizations. 

Additional Skills: Local CPA certification or equivalent accounting designation (CPC, CP, Contador Publico). Prior experience at a US startup or in a remote-first environment supporting a US-based team. An advanced English proficiency is required as you will communicate directly with US based teams. Strong organizational skills and attention to detail required. A proactive communicator who can work independently and flag issues before they become problems. 

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

Ability to work an average of 40 hours/week, with at least five hour PST timezone overlap with flexibility based on business needs. Remote role, with potential travel to company meetings as needed. Computer-based work in a home office environment.