Accountant-Chicago

About Us

IZEA Worldwide, Inc. (NASDAQ: IZEA) is a leading influencer marketing company with a mission to make creator economy solutions for marketers. We do this by lighting up the Creator Economy with IZEAs—our strategies, campaigns, and solutions that build brand and drive demand.

We don’t just champion the Creator Economy—we pioneered it. In 2006, we launched the industry’s first-ever influencer marketing platform and have since facilitated nearly 4 million creator collaborations. Our work with leading brands and agencies, including half of the Fortune 50, drives digital engagement, diversifies brand voices, scales content production, and delivers measurable ROI.

Our commitment to our people is reflected in our award-winning company culture. We embrace a modern workplace that fosters inclusivity and equal opportunity. We’ve been recognized as a Top Place to Work for Employee Wellbeing by Ragan, a Gold winner for Remote Workforce Management at the Stevie Awards, and a certified Great Place to Work for the second year in a row. Comparably has also honored us for work-life balance, senior leadership, and company outlook, based on employee feedback.

Location

Chicago-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.

As an Accountant, 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 teams to ensure proper coding and transaction completeness

• 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

Why would you want to work here?

We carefully assess talent who can thrive in our high-performing culture and contribute meaningful work to our clients—Innovating with Zealous impact, delivering Exceptional solutions for our clients in our Agile mentality.

We take great pride in creating a positive work environment for all our employees - from our investment in team member ongoing education, to the ability to influence real change across our business - we are dedicated to your long-term growth and success.

At IZEA, we connect leading brands with creators ranging from TikTok stars to travel bloggers and everyone in-between. We are the pioneers fueling the democratization of information, entertainment, marketing, and commerce. Our platforms fuel the burgeoning Creator Economy, filled with the next generation of artists, poets, filmmakers, photographers, thought leaders, comics, actors, and musicians. What you do here will impact hundreds of thousands of people directly and influence the actions of millions more.

We provide a modern workplace that welcomes people from diverse backgrounds and viewpoints. IZEA places value on action and results. We seek individuals that thrive in a challenging and fast-evolving work environment. While the company certainly is not a startup, our executives remain active player-coaches -- they roll up their sleeves and get their hands dirty by working side-by-side with our team members across all levels of seniority to accomplish our common goals.

If you are the very best at what you do and seeking an opportunity to attack the "never been done before" with a passionate team of dreamers and doers, we encourage you to apply.

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