Staff Accountant
At a glance
Senior Accounting role at Sugaredandbronzed. Santa Monica · full-time · no salary stated · we estimate $85,000–$127,488 across the United States.
Sugaredandbronzed has not published a salary for this role. The figure below is our estimate, not theirs.
financeroles summary, based on the employer's posting.
What you'll do
- Run the full vendor-bill cycle, from coding and approvals through scheduled payments and vendor record upkeep
- Keep rent payments, landlord portals and lease obligations on track across the salon locations
- Post journal entries in QuickBooks Online and complete monthly reconciliations across the listed balance sheet accounts
- Follow the month- and quarter-end close schedules, maintain fixed-asset records and raise issues early
- Prepare audit support and filing data, document accounting workflows, and answer questions from operations, real estate and HR
What you bring
- A bachelor's degree in accounting, finance or a related field
- One to three years of accounting work, including accounts payable and month-end close
- Working proficiency with QuickBooks Online, plus strong Excel and Google Sheets skills
- Careful, accurate work and the ability to manage recurring deadlines independently
Who this fits
This role suits an early-career accountant who is comfortable owning recurring ledger and close work in a hands-on team. Retail or multi-location service experience is preferred. You’ll work with operations, real estate and HR on accounting matters.
From the employer
SUGARED + BRONZED has redefined airbrush tanning with a proprietary solution and reintroduced an all-natural, ancient Egyptian method of hair removal called sugaring. Our commitment is to deliver exceptional services in vibrant, welcoming spaces that elevate your experience and brighten your day.
POSITION OVERVIEW
Sugared + Bronzed is a fast-growing beauty brand with more than 50 sugaring and spray tanning salons across multiple states. Our accounting team is small and hands-on, and keeps the books for every one of them.
The Staff Accountant owns the day-to-day general ledger: accounts payable, GL maintenance, monthly balance sheet reconciliations and the month-end close. You will work in QuickBooks Online, Rippling and our other spend and reporting platforms.
We are looking for someone detail-oriented, deadline-driven and comfortable in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment, ideally with experience in retail or a multi-location service business.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Accounts Payable
- Own the full AP cycle: receive, code and enter vendor bills, route them for approval and schedule payments so vendors are paid accurately and on time.
- Code spend to the correct account and location across 50+ salons and keep vendor records clean and current.
- Manage the monthly rent payment calendar and landlord portals for all store locations, track lease obligations and escalate discrepancies.
- Respond to vendor inquiries and resolve billing discrepancies.
General ledger and month-end close
- Prepare and post journal entries in QuickBooks Online, including accruals, prepaids and recurring entries.
- Maintain clean, consistent GL coding across departments and locations.
- Complete monthly balance sheet reconciliations (bank, credit card, prepaids, accrued liabilities, fixed assets and clearing accounts) and clear reconciling items promptly.
- Work the month-end and quarter-end close calendar, hit deadlines and flag issues early.
- Maintain the fixed asset register and record additions, disposals and depreciation.
Reporting, audit and process
- Prepare schedules and supporting documentation for the annual financial audit and respond to auditor requests.
- Support sales tax, business license and other filings with accurate, timely data.
- Document accounting processes and help improve them.
- Collaborate with operations, real estate and HR on accounting questions.
REQUIREMENTS
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or a related field.
- 1 to 3 years of accounting experience. Accounts payable and month-end close experience required
- multi-location or retail experience preferred.
- Proficiency in QuickBooks Online. Experience with Rippling or a similar spend management platform is a plus.
- Strong Excel and Google Sheets skills.
- Comfortable using AI tools and automation in daily work, or eager to learn.
- High attention to detail and accuracy.
- Able to manage recurring schedules and deadlines independently.
- Clear written and verbal communication.
WHAT WE OFFER
- A fun, collaborative space that embraces change and innovation.
- Competitive benefits package including health, dental and vision insurance, 401(k) with company match, and paid vacation and holidays.
- Complimentary Sugaring + Tanning services and products. Get ready for the glow!
- Opportunities for future role mobility and professional development.