Senior Accountant – US Accounting

Work Mode : Work from Office Reports to : CFO About the Role: We are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Senior Accountant with proven expertise in US accounting standards (GAAP) and hands-on experience with a range of accounting software, including QuickBooks. The candidate should have a strong background in financial reporting, month-end closing, compliance, and managing complex transactions across multiple entities, geographies and currencies. Must have good knowledge on ecommerce transactions, Amazon reconciliation Role Overview: We are seeking an experienced Senior Accountant based in India to manage and oversee end-to-end accounting for our USA entity. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in US GAAP, taxation, payroll, and compliance, and will be comfortable managing multi-entity, multi-currency transactions. This is a hands-on role involving accounting, ecommerce operations, intercompany coordination, and salary processing for US-based employees and contractors. Key Responsibilities: Maintain accurate and up-to-date books in accordance with US GAAP. Manage ecommerce accounting, including platforms like Amazon, Shopify, Walmart, and others. Handle US payroll processing (including W-2s and 1099s) through tools like Gusto, ADP, or similar platforms. Ensure timely salary payments, payroll tax calculations, and compliance with US labour and tax laws. Coordinate with US-based CPAs, tax consultants, and auditors for monthly and annual filings. Manage intercompany accounting across USA, India, and other jurisdictions. Conduct multi-currency reconciliations, FX adjustments, and transfer pricing documentation. Support monthly close, financial consolidation, and reporting to senior leadership. Ensure accurate recognition of revenue, COGS, landed costs, and other expenses. Ensure sales tax compliance across various US states Assist in budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow planning. Lead and implement accounting process improvements and internal controls. Required Skills and Qualifications: CA, CPA, or equivalent professional accounting qualification. 5+ years of accounting experience with at least 2+ years in US accounting, taxation, and payroll. Strong working knowledge of US GAAP, federal and state tax laws, and payroll regulations. Familiar with US payroll platforms like ADP, Gusto, or equivalent. Hands-on experience with ecommerce accounting (Amazon, Shopify, etc.). Proficient with QuickBooks, Xero, NetSuite, or similar systems. Ability to handle complex transactions across entities, currencies, and geographies. Excellent communication and coordination skills to work across global teams. Preferred Qualifications: Experience working with international ecommerce or consumer product startups. Exposure to inventory accounting, logistics cost allocations, and landed cost structures. Familiarity with transfer pricing policies and intercompany agreements. Work Hours: Flexible, with availability to align with US time zones for periodic meetings and reporting.