Job Description

Job Title: Staff Accountant (DTC & E-commerce)

Contractor Fee: $2,700 - $3,000/month (USD)

Work Arrangement: Remote

Engagement Type: Independent Contractor

Commitment: Full-time (Approx. 40 hours/week)

Tidal is a Direct Placement Agency that helps job seekers find job opportunities for real growth. We work with stable, responsible businesses that are experienced in remote hiring and are excited to welcome international team members. Tidal is owned and operated by consumer brand owners and operators. We have experience in offshore team-building and aim to help businesses leverage global talent.

About This Role:
We are hiring a Staff Accountant to support a high-growth US-based DTC eCommerce company. This role is responsible for maintaining accurate, audit-ready financial records, supporting month-end close processes, and managing day-to-day accounting operations across multiple revenue channels. You will play a key role in ensuring financial accuracy, visibility, and compliance in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Own and manage the end-to-end accounts payable (AP) process
• Prepare and assist in month-end close activities, including accruals and adjustments
• Ensure all financial records are aligned with US GAAP standards
• Perform daily, weekly, and monthly revenue reconciliations
• Track and reconcile inventory and cost of goods sold (COGS)
• Assist in balance sheet reconciliations and account reviews
• Support audit requirements by preparing schedules and documentation
• Maintain accurate and organized financial records for reporting
• Follow and enforce internal controls and approval processes
• Collaborate with the Controller and cross-functional teams as needed

Software/Platforms/Tools:

• QuickBooks (for accounting)
• Excel or Google Sheets
• Google Docs and GDrive
• Slack or Zoom
• Any inventory or ERP system (optional)

Qualifications:

• At least 3 to 5 years of freelancing or remote work experience
• Excellent written and verbal English communication (C1 or C2 level)
• 3+ years of experience in Accounting or Bookkeeping
• At least 1 year of experience in DTC or eCommerce environments
• Strong understanding of US GAAP principles
• Advanced proficiency in QuickBooks Online
• Advanced Excel or Google Sheets skills (pivot tables, lookups, data cleaning)
• Excellent written and verbal English communication
• High attention to detail and strong organizational skills
• Ability to manage multiple accounting tasks and deadlines

Nice to have:

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• Experience working with multi-channel revenue streams
• Experience supporting audits or financial reporting processes

Shift Schedule

• Monday to Friday, overlap with US EST or CST preferred