Accountant

About Us

IZEA (NASDAQ: IZEA) provides leading brands and agencies with unmatched professional services backed by next-generation technology to develop scalable Influencer Marketing and bespoke Content Marketing initiatives. Over its 16 years of being a renowned industry pioneer, IZEA has been recognized and awarded repeatedly for its campaign work, technological innovations, most importantly, as a ‘top place to work’ and ‘best work-life balance’ as rated by its team members.

The company serves as a champion for the thriving Creator Economy, enabling individuals to monetize their content, creativity, and influence. IZEA launched the industry’s first-ever influencer marketing platform in 2006 and has since facilitated over 4 million sponsorship transactions.

Location

Florida-Remote

Salary Range

$70,000-$85,000

Accountant
We are seeking a detail-oriented CPA with a background in the advertising or digital marketing industry. The ideal candidate will have a strong working knowledge of GAAP and be excited to take ownership of key areas of the accounting process in a fast-paced, creative environment.

You will report directly to the VP, Corporate Controller, and play a key role in maintaining the integrity of the general ledger. Your primary responsibilities will include preparing journal entries, performing account reconciliations, and ensuring accurate and timely month-end and year-end close activities. This role requires strong attention to detail and a solid understanding of GAAP, as you'll support accurate financial reporting and help identify opportunities to improve accounting processes and controls.

Responsibilities Include, But Are Not Limited To:

Prepare and post journal entries for routine and non-routine transactions

Perform monthly, quarterly, and year-end close procedures

Reconcile general ledger accounts and investigate discrepancies

Ensure accurate classification and recording of revenue, expenses, assets, and liabilities

Analyze financial data and provide variance explanations to management

Assist in preparing internal financial statements and supporting schedules

Maintain documentation and audit trails for journal entries and account reconciliations

Support internal and external audit processes, including providing schedules and explanations

Assist in the development and implementation of accounting policies and procedures

Collaborate with AP, AR, Payroll, and FinOps to ensure proper coding and completeness of transactions

Review and maintain accruals, deferrals, and prepaid expenses

Monitor compliance with GAAP and internal controls

Participate in system upgrades, testing, and process improvement initiatives

Support ad hoc financial projects, reports, and analyses as requested by management

Things That Should Be in Your Background:

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required

3–5 years of relevant work experience

CPA designation preferred

Strong technical research skills and accounting knowledge

Solid understanding of US GAAP

Experience with Sage Intacct preferred

Excellent analytical and interpersonal skills

Proficiency in all MS Office applications; strong knowledge of Excel required

Other Attributes That Will Help You in This Role:

Self-starter with strong problem-solving abilities

Ability to work independently and see projects through to completion

Strong organizational skills and ability to multitask effectively

Intuition and awareness to seek clarification when needed to deliver accurate results

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Enthusiasm for working in a fast-paced, high-growth environment

High ethical standards with strong integrity, confidentiality, and attention to quality

Commitment to maintaining the highest degree of security and confidentiality of information

You’ll love working here

Competitive Medical, Dental, Vision, Life & Disability Insurance

Generous Vacation & Holidays, Paid Parental Leave

401K Plan with Employer Match

Discounted Stock Purchase Plan

Annual Education Allowance, Fitness Reimbursement, & other lifestyle support

And this is how we bring our values to life at #TeamIZEA

Our team is our heart and creative spirit, each bringing their diverse backgrounds, talents, and perspectives to their roles. We deliver ground breaking IZEAS that solve our clients needs, and have a blast doing it.

Innovative- It all starts with ideas. We push boundaries, forge new paths, and bring bold solutions to the market—partnering with brands and creators in impactful ways.

Zealous-Passion is at the core of our culture. With energy, enthusiasm, and relentless dedication, we take on every challenge. We don’t just show up—we give it our all.

Exceptional- We go above and beyond in everything we do. The way we imagWe go above and beyond in everything we do. The way we imagine, build, and deliver sets us apart. We don’t follow standards—we set the mine, build, and deliver sets us apart. We don’t follow standards—we set them.

Agile-Change is constant. We adapt, move fast, and seize opportunities. We stay sharp, shift with intention, and thrive in what’s next.

EEOC Statement

IZEA is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind, and ensure equal opportunity in all aspects of employment—including hiring, promotions, compensation, and benefits—regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.

California residents, please use the following link to view the types of information we may gather from California residents who are applicants, employees, or contractors of IZEA, and how we use such information: https://izea.com/california-employee-applicant-independent-contractor-privacy-notice

At IZEA, we’re proud to be a remote-first team! While this role is remote, we’re open to evolving into a hybrid model in the future. To help foster collaboration and connection, we’re especially excited to connect with candidates based near our key gravity centers in Chicago, Detroit, Orlando, or Los Angeles.