Senior Accountant

Gaia Inc

Louisville, CO

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$100,000–$135,000 Per Year
SKILLS
Accounting, Accounting Close, Accounting Policies, Accounting Standards and Regulations, Accounts Payable, Alliance/Partner Management, Analysis Skills, Automation, Billing, Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Communication Skills, Corporate Policies, Cross-Functional, Customer Support/Service, Detail Oriented, Digital Media, Documentaries, Documentation, ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning), Entertainment and Media, External Audit, Finance, Financial Analysis, Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A), Financial Reporting, Financial Statements, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Internal Audit, Journal Entries, Maintain Compliance, Multimedia, Multitasking, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Process Improvement, Public Accounting, Reconciliation, Record Keeping, Regulations, Regulatory Compliance, Revenue Accounting, Revenue Analysis, Revenue Recognition, SEC Filings, Sarbanes-Oxley Act (SOX), Schedule Development, Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), Software as a Service (SaaS), Solar Power, Streaming Technology, Support Documentation, Team Player, Technical Accounting, Technical Writing, Time Management, Vendor/Supplier Evaluation, Video Streaming, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Louisville, CO
POSTED
30+ days ago

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Summary --------

We are seeking a highly motivated Senior Accountant to join our growing accounting team at a publicly traded media and technology company focused on subscription-based streaming content centered around conscious media, yoga, wellness, and personal transformation. This role will play a key part in supporting the monthly close process, SEC reporting, and technical accounting activities while ensuring compliance with U.S. GAAP and SEC regulations. The Senior Accountant will work cross-functionally with finance, FP&A, and engineering teams to support the financial reporting requirements of a dynamic digital media business.

Position Overview ----------------

The ideal candidate has a strong understanding of public company accounting, revenue recognition, ASC 606, and financial reporting, and thrives in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities will include:

Key Responsibilities -------------------

  • Financial Close & Reporting Prepare and review monthly and quarterly journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules. Assist with the monthly and quarterly close process, ensuring accuracy and adherence to reporting timelines. Analyze financial statement fluctuations and provide explanations for management review. Maintain and improve accounting documentation and internal controls.

  • SEC Reporting Support the preparation of SEC filings, including Forms 10-K, 10-Q, and 8-K. Assist in drafting financial statement footnotes and accounting policy disclosures. Coordinate with external auditors and internal stakeholders during quarterly reviews and annual audits. Ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP and SEC disclosure requirements.

  • Revenue & Content Accounting Assist with revenue recognition analysis under ASC 606, including subscription revenue and other digital revenue streams. Support accounting for content costs and capitalization policies related to proprietary media and streaming content. Analyze new revenue arrangements to determine appropriate accounting treatment.

  • Technical Accounting Assist with research and documentation of technical accounting matters, including new accounting standards. Prepare accounting memos to support complex transactions, such as acquisitions, equity transactions, or strategic partnerships. Support goodwill and long-lived asset analysis where applicable.

  • Accounts Payable Support Provide backup support for the Accounts Payable function, including reviewing invoices for proper coding and approval, preparing vendor payments, and assisting with the weekly AP payment run. Ensure vendor payments are processed in accordance with company policies, internal controls, and established payment schedules. Assist in maintaining accurate vendor records and documentation to support audit and compliance requirements.

  • Process & Controls Participate in SOX compliance efforts, including documentation and testing support. Identify opportunities to improve processes, automation, and financial reporting efficiency. Maintain strong internal controls over financial reporting.

Qualifications ------------

  • Bachelors degree in Accounting or Finance
  • 3-6 years of accounting experience, including public accounting or public company experience
  • Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP
  • Experience with financial statement preparation and close processes
  • Advanced Excel skills
  • Preferred: CPA or CPA candidate
  • Experience with SEC reporting (10-K, 10-Q, 8-K)
  • Familiarity with ASC 606 revenue recognition
  • Experience in media technology, SaaS, or streaming industries
  • Experience with ERP systems and financial reporting tools

Skills & Competencies --------------------

  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Excellent written and verbal communication abilities
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
  • Detail-oriented with a strong commitment to accuracy
  • Ability to work collaboratively across departments

Why Join Us ------------

  • Opportunity to work in a high-growth digital media and streaming environment
  • Exposure to SEC reporting and complex technical accounting
  • Collaborative and innovative finance team
  • Compensation Type: Salary Range $100,000 - $135,000 USD

More About Gaia ----------------

Gaia is a transformational network to empower a global conscious community. We are a publicly traded company in Louisville, Colorado, offering global video streaming of over 8,000 original series, shows, films, documentaries, and practices for conscious living to our members in over 190 countries. Our vast video library serves as a vessel for the community we seek to empower. We are not a subscription service that streams whatever pays our bills. Our content goes deep into select niches of seeking truth, transformation, alternative health, and yoga channels. We expect you to have explored Gaias library of original shows, documentaries, and films. If our work on ancient wisdom, who are we, our true history, cover-ups, and metaphysics resonates with you, you might be a good fit for Gaia. We seek to hire and inspire employees who embrace our mission to empower a global conscious community, who hope their work empowers our community of inspired members to be a catalyst of transformation.

Perks of Working with Us -------------------------

  • On-site gym
  • Beautiful solar-powered campus with hiking and running trails
  • Community garden
  • Labyrinth
  • On-site mostly organic café serving breakfast and lunch daily, including a full-service espresso bar featuring locally roasted coffee.

Full-time employees are offered alternative and traditional medical benefits, including preventative coverage, as well as dental, vision, 401K, and life insurance. Apply Now

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