Senior Accountant

Magic Mind | Remote | Full-TimeCA, TX, CO preferred, but not required. Why is this role exciting?Magic Mind is on a mission to help millions unlock their mental wealth, transforming brain fog into laser focus, stress into productivity, and energy crashes into all-day performance. We're not just another supplement company. We're building the category-defining brand that helps high performers like Pete Holmes, Kim Kardashian, Justin Kan, and Nathan Florence achieve peak mental performance. The Senior Accountant owns accrual-basis accounting and financial operations across revenue, cost, and balance sheet workflows for a multi-channel CPG brand selling through DTC, Amazon, and retail. This is the first in-house hire in Magic Mind's accounting chain, reporting to the Senior Director Of Finance. You will lead the monthly close, run day-to-day finance operations, and support FP&A with clean data, forecasts, and analysis. You will also help onboard and train future finance hires as the team grows. About Magic MindMagic Mind has cracked the code on mental performance with our clinically-proven shots featuring 12 premium ingredients including Lion's Mane, Ashwagandha, and time-released caffeine delivered through proprietary nano-encapsulation technology. We're profitable, Series A funded, and growing 2-3x per year with a proven subscription eCommerce model and expanding retail presence. Our customers aren't just buying a product, they're investing in their mental wealth. From Silicon Valley entrepreneurs pulling all-nighters to athletes preparing for competition, Magic Mind delivers sharper minds, calm energy, and stress resilience when it matters most. Notable users include: Pete Holmes, Rufus du Sol, Nathan Florence, Kim Kardashian, Justin Kan, Kevin Rose, and thousands of other high performers who rely on Magic Mind to unlock their potential. The RoleYou'll lead the monthly accrual-basis close and own accounting and financial operations across revenue, cost, and balance sheet workflows. Reporting to the Senior Director Of Finance, you'll partner with FP&A, Operations, and Sales to keep revenue, trade spend, inventory, and cash accurate across DTC, Amazon, and retail. This role is ideal for someone who's equal parts technical accountant and operator - comfortable closing the books, running payroll and sending wires, and turning results into variance analysis and forecasts. As the first in-house hire in our accounting chain, you'll also help onboard and train the finance team as it grows. What You'll Own Month-End Close & Financial ReportingLead the monthly accrual-basis financial close, from close calendar through final sign-offPrepare the monthly financial reporting package and accounting workbooksStructure and maintain the chart of accountsApply GAAP-aligned income statement classifications (e.g. contra revenue)Complete monthly balance sheet account reconciliations, including credit card reconciliationsProvide audit support, including PBC requests, schedules, and auditor coordination Revenue, Trade & Inventory AccountingRecognize and post revenue by channel (e.g. Shopify, Amazon, retail distributors), including consignment revenuePerform cash application, matching customer, distributor, and marketplace payments to open invoices and remittancesAccount for promotion and trade spend, including monthly promotion accrualsBook monthly freight accrualsPerform monthly inventory reconciliations and inventory-to-general-ledger reconciliation Finance OperationsManage the accounting, AP, and AR inboxes, including intake and routingManage the accounts payable workflow end to endClassify and post expense transactionsRun payroll and initiate wiresManage sales tax compliance, filings, and nexus trackingManage 1099 compliance, including vendor W-9 collection, tracking, and annual filingsManage the company virtual mailbox Analysis, Forecasting & ReportingPerform monthly variance analysis (actual vs. budget, forecast, and prior period) with clear commentaryBuild and maintain channel-level contribution margin and analysisPrepare allocation models with sound workpapers to derive per unit profitabilityUpdate the operating model with monthly actuals and prepare forecasting documentsPrepare commission reports for sales and broker partnersAP / AR management Team & ProcessOnboard and train new finance and accounting hiresUse AI tools to automate recurring workflows, and document what you build About You CPG Accounting Background (Non-Negotiable)4+ years of accounting experience at a CPG brand, ideally early-stage or high-growthHands-on experience with revenue across DTC, retail, and Amazon, including distributor and marketplace settlementsStrong understanding of trade spend, promotion accruals, and contra revenue classification Inventory Expertise (Non-Negotiable)Proven experience with inventory accounting, costing, and reconciliationsExperience tying inventory to the general ledger and working with co-manufacturers, 3PLs, or consignment arrangements AI-Enabled Workflows (Non-Negotiable)You have already adopted AI in your accounting workflows and can walk us through real examplesYou look for ways to automate recurring close, reconciliation, and reporting tasks Close, Operations & OwnershipProven experience leading an accrual-basis month-end close in a fast-paced environmentComfortable running finance operations: payroll, AP, wires, sales tax, and 1099sExceptional attention to detail, strong Excel / Google Sheets skills, and a high bar for accuracyCPA, QuickBooks Online experience, or exposure to retail distributors (e.g. KeHE, UNFI) is a plus You're a Culture Fit • High EQ/IQ soulful killer • Energized by building a brand that helps people feel and perform better every day • Thrives in remote, asynchronous work environments with strong communication skills • Organized, curious, and proactive • Comfortable in fast-moving, iterative environments • Natural collaborator who can work effectively across time zones and departments • Entrepreneurial attitude towards problem solving and self-starting, ie., high agency. Please review our core values and our culture before submitting your loom: Mission & Core Values Our Culture Compensation & CultureRemote-First Culture: Work from anywhere with optional half-day Fridays and a heavily asynchronous approach that values deep work and life balance. Competitive Package: $100-$120k plus meaningful equity in a fast-growing, profitable company with clear path to exit. Benefits: We’re a start up culture with big company benefits. Health, dental, vision, 401K. Details here. Growth Opportunity: Join at an inflection point where you will directly impact our trajectory from $50M to $250M and beyond. Mission-Driven Team: Work alongside soulful killers who genuinely care about helping millions of people achieve peak mental performance. Professional Development: Budget for conferences, courses, and tools that help you stay at the cutting edge of your profession. How to ApplyWe’d love to see your strategic thinking in action. Submit your application with:Loom Video (3–5 minutes): Send us a video explaining why you are a fit for this role and for this company.Resume: Highlight your month end and accounting expertise, CPG experience, and quantify how you approach channel level economics. Send both to hiring@magicmind.com with the subject line "Senior Accountant, [Your Name]" Magic Mind is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of race, gender, age, religion, sexual orientation, or disability status.