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Senior Accountant

Paystand


Job Location:

Santa Cruz, CA - USA

Monthly Salary: USD 80000 - 110000
Posted: 20 May 2026 (30+ days ago)
Application Deadline: 8 October 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy
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Job Summary

At Paystand were not just another fintech companywere trailblazers in decentralized finance (DeFi) transforming how businesses manage their finances. With thriving hubs in Santa Cruz San Francisco Austin Minneapolis Mexico City Hermosillo and Guadalajara were leading a global revolution in financial systems. Recognized on the Inc. 5000 list for five consecutive years were among the fastest-growing companies reshaping the future of finance.

Our Expanding Ecosystem: Paystand isnt just a companyits a growing global network. With the strategic acquisitions of Teampay a leader in spend management and Yaydoo a top AR and AP platform in Latin America were building an expansive ecosystem designed to revolutionize financial operations and fuel business growth worldwide.

Why Paystand

What We Do: By harnessing the power of blockchain technology we digitize receivables automate financial processes reduce time-to-cash lower transaction costs and unlock new revenue streams for businesses.

Why We Do It: Were driven by a mission to revolutionize digital payments and decentralize finance creating a more open inclusive and transparent financial ecosystem starting with B2B payments.

How We Do It: As change-makers in the DeFi movement we dont just follow trendswe set them. If youre passionate about shaping the future of fintech and eager to redefine what financial technology should look like Paystand is the place where you can make a significant impact.

Join Us: Be part of something bigger. Join Paystand and help us lead the financial revolution.

ABOUT PAYSTAND

Paystand is on a mission to rebuild the financial system making business payments open fair and decentralized. As one of the fastest-growing B2B fintech innovators were transforming how money moves between businesses by replacing outdated fee-based systems with a blockchain-enabled cashless network that rewards efficiency and transparency.

Following the acquisitions of Teampay and Yaydoo Paystand is integrating into one global fintech platform connecting North America and Latin America under a unified vision for decentralized finance and commercial payments. Were scaling fast and preparing for our next major milestone: IPO readiness and beyond.

We are an AI-first company. From day one every team member is expected to actively embrace AI tools and automation not just as productivity shortcuts but as a core part of how we design processes solve problems and scale intelligently.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Senior Accountant is responsible for maintaining the General Ledger (GL) performing month-end close activities and preparing financial reports. This role requires a high degree of accuracy strong analytical skills and proactive communication across English- and Spanish-speaking teams.

Beyond core accounting expertise this role is ideal for someone who is genuinely excited about using AI and automation to improve financial workflows whether that means building smarter reconciliation processes automating routine reporting or finding new ways to surface insights faster.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Financial Reporting & Close

  • Perform full-cycle accounting including monthly quarterly and year-end close activities.
  • Prepare financial statements and provide data-driven insights to senior leadership.
  • Proactively identify opportunities to streamline and automate close processes using AI tools.

Journal Entries & Reconciliations

  • Prepare and review complex journal entries and perform bank credit card and balance sheet reconciliations.
  • Leverage automation and AI-assisted workflows to improve accuracy and speed of reconciliation cycles.

Accounts Payable / Receivable

  • Oversee high-volume AP/AR ensure accurate vendor payments and manage invoicing.

Compliance & Tax

  • Ensure compliance with GAAP and assist with tax filings (1099s CA tax regulations).
  • Maintain internal control procedures and coordinate with external auditors.

Analysis & Reporting

  • Perform variance analysis and deliver actionable financial insights.
  • Use AI and data tools to build smarter faster reporting pipelines.

Bilingual Collaboration

  • Act as a liaison with Spanish-speaking internal teams and Mexico-based counterparts to clarify accounting issues and financial data.

Supervision & Mentorship

  • Mentor or review the work of junior accounting staff.
  • Champion AI adoption within the team share tools workflows and best practices.

QUALIFICATIONS

  • Education: Bachelors degree in Accounting Finance or a related field.
  • Experience: 35 years of progressive accounting experience preferably in a senior or lead role.
  • Languages: Professional working proficiency in Spanish (required for Mexico-based team communication).
  • Technical Skills: Deep knowledge of GAAP; CPA or equivalent certification is a plus.
  • Software: Advanced MS Excel (VLOOKUPs Pivot Tables); experience with ERP systems (SAP Oracle QuickBooks Sage).
  • AI & Automation: Demonstrated experience using AI tools APIs or automation platforms to improve accounting or finance workflows. This could include building automated reports using AI for data analysis integrating tools via API or designing no-code/low-code solutions.

AI-FIRST MINDSET WHAT WE LOOK FOR

At Paystand AI fluency is a real part of how we work and it comes up in our interview process including at the executive level. Were not looking for engineers but we do want people who:

  • Have actively used AI tools (beyond basic chat) to solve real work problems.
  • Have built or contributed to automation workflows prompt-based pipelines or API integrations.
  • Are curious experimental and eager to keep learning as AI capabilities evolve.
  • Can speak concretely about how theyve used AI to save time reduce errors or unlock new insight.

If youve automated a reconciliation built a GPT workflow for month-end prep connected a tool via API or even just systematically explored what AI can do for finance we want to hear about it.

KEY COMPETENCIES

  • Attention to Detail: High accuracy in complex financial data.
  • Independent Judgment: Comfortable working with limited supervision.
  • Interpersonal Skills: Collaborative in a small fast-moving team environment.
  • Process Improvement: Constantly looks for smarter faster and more automated ways to work.
  • Big Picture Thinking: Connects day-to-day accounting work to broader business and strategic goals.
  • Customer-First Attitude: Treats business partners with care responsiveness and professionalism.
  • AI Curiosity: Proactively explores and applies new tools to improve financial operations.

Perks

  • Target On-Target Earnings (OTE) ranging from $100000$137500 depending on experience and geographical location.
  • Performance-based bonus opportunity.
  • Equity through stock optionsown a piece of our success!
  • 401(k) retirement plan with employer matching.
  • Monthly wellness allowance.
  • Comprehensive medical dental and vision insurance.
  • Generous PTO and sick leave because we believe in work-life balance.
  • Free snacks and paid lunches in the office.
  • Best-in-class tools and equipment to help you do your best work.
  • Endless opportunities for growth as we continue to scale.



If youre passionate about driving change in the FinTech landscape and being part of a company that is shaping the future of digital payments we invite you to explore opportunities with Paystand.

We understand that no candidate is perfectly qualified for any job. Experience manifests in diverse ways skills are transferable and passion is a powerful driver. Your journey and skills are unique and we value the richness that diverse perspectives bring to our team.

More than a resume we prioritize a genuine commitment impactful contributions and the ability to thrive in our dynamic collaborative environment. We are enthusiastic about providing you with opportunities to learn and grow within this role. If your experience aligns closely with what were seeking we encourage you to apply.

We celebrate the belief that diversity in backgrounds and thoughts fuels better problem-solving and fosters more creative thinking. Our commitment to adding new perspectives to the team reflects our dedication to innovation and inclusivity.

Your journey is important to us and we look forward to the possibility of welcoming you to our team at Paystand. Feel free to reach out; we cant wait to hear from you.

Most of our roles are onsite. Positions that are eligible for remote or hybrid work arrangements will be clearly indicated in the job posting.

For roles based in Mexico only resumes submitted in English will be considered.#LI-Onsite


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