Senior Accountant
Job Posted:
Oct 10, 2025
role overview
As a Senior Accountant at Lysterra, you’ll take the lead in managing monthly books, preparing financial reports, and ensuring accuracy across all client accounts. You’ll work closely with small businesses and service-based teams, helping them stay organized, compliant, and confident in their numbers. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys structure, clarity, and bringing calm to complex financial environments.
responsibilities
Oversee monthly bookkeeping and financial reporting
Review and reconcile accounts with accuracy
Lead tax preparation work for assigned clients
Communicate financial insights clearly and simply
Maintain consistent documentation and organized systems
Support junior team members when needed
qualifications
4+ years in accounting or bookkeeping
Strong understanding of GAAP
Experience working with small businesses
Excellent communication skills
High attention to detail and consistency
nice-to-haves
4+ years in accounting or bookkeeping
Experience with cloud accounting tools
Advisory experience with SMEs
Comfort working directly with clients
benefits & perks
Health, dental, and vision insurance
Flexible hybrid work
Professional development support
Generous PTO
department
Accounting
location
San Francisco, CA
Hybrid
Employment type
Full-Time
Salary range
$78,000
$95,000