Accountant / Fractional CFO

Company Overview:
We are a dynamic retail candy store located in San Francisco, California. We offer an extensive selection of candies, including gummies, chocolates, specialty drinks, and ice cream. Our operations currently span in-store transactions managed through Square, with additional sales channels using Grubhub and DoorDash right now but soon Uber Eats and Amazon Seller Central, as well as an e-commerce website platform.

Job Description:
We are seeking a skilled Accountant / Fractional CFO to join our team on a part-time, remote basis. This role will focus on setting up and organizing our QuickBooks Online account to serve as the source of truth for all accounting purposes. The ideal candidate will ensure our financial systems are robust, compliant, and capable of supporting our current operations and future growth.

Key Responsibilities:

Implement and manage QuickBooks Online for accurate and compliant financial reporting.
Integrate various sales channels (Square POS, Grubhub, DoorDash, etc.) into our accounting system.
Ensure proper accounting for all transactions and financial activities.
Prepare financial statements and close books monthly.
Provide strategic insights based on financial data to support business decisions.
Assist in setting up and streamlining accounting processes for e-commerce and digital sales channels.

Qualifications:
Proven experience in accounting or a related field, with expertise in QuickBooks Online.
Experience in retail accounting, particularly with multi-channel sales (POS, online orders, delivery services).
Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
Excellent communication skills and proficiency in English.
Ability to automate repetitive tasks
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
Available to meet 1 time per week in hours that align with PST business hours, but your most work can be done in any time

Time Commitment:

This is a fractional role requiring approximately 1-2 hours per week, totaling 6-10 hours per month.
Application Process:

Interested candidates are invited to submit a resume and a brief cover letter outlining their qualifications and experience related to the responsibilities listed above.
We will conduct two rounds of interviews, with the aim to start the selected candidate immediately/asap.

Interview Process:

Our selection process is designed to be thorough and efficient, ensuring that we find the best fit for both the candidate and our company. It consists of two rounds:

First Round: Initial Screening (15-20 minutes)

Purpose: This brief virtual interview will allow us to get to know you better and understand your qualifications and experience. We will discuss your background, your expertise with QuickBooks Online, and your approach to handling multiple sales channels.
Format: A 15 to 20-minute video call via Zoom or Google Meet.
Focus: We aim to assess your communication skills and preliminary fit for the role.
Second Round: Practical Task (30 minutes)

Purpose: To evaluate your technical skills and problem-solving abilities, you will be given a practical task related to real-life scenarios you would encounter in this role.
Format: A 30-minute task to be completed during the interview or submitted shortly after, based on a common scenario you might face while managing our accounting needs.
Focus: This task will help us understand your hands-on abilities in setting up and managing financial systems, and your strategic thinking in streamlining our financial operations.
We value your time and effort in this process and aim to make our interviews as straightforward and transparent as possible. Successful candidates will be contacted promptly after their initial interview to schedule the second round.