Staff Accountant

Job Title: Staff Accountant

Business: The Lighthouse

Location: Remote but you must be located in the NY Tri-state area.

Reports to: Financial Controller

 

The Lighthouse, part of Whalar Group, is a first-ever creative campus and studio playground for the Creator Generation, offering Creators an I.R.L. platform to Learn, Make, and Belong. With Venice, CA already opened, and Brooklyn, NY opening in Fall 2025, and London/EMEA opening in 2026, the campuses are designed to empower and support career Creators and creative professionals, providing a dynamic environment explicitly tailored to their needs. Each campus features state-of-the-art, mixed-use content studios, and hosts impactful programming that empowers members to collaborate, learn, and grow their businesses within a thriving community. 

The Lighthouse expands opportunities and creative capabilities, offering Creators a dedicated space to co-create, connect, and lead the businesses shaping creative culture. Learn more: www.thelighthouse.com.

About the role:

We’re looking for a meticulous and motivated Staff Accountant to join our Finance team. In this role, you’ll play a key part in maintaining the accuracy and integrity of our financial records across multiple entities. You’ll own key components of the month-end close process, prepare detailed reconciliations, and provide financial reporting that supports operational decision-making.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong accounting fundamentals who thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment and is eager to make an impact through precision, problem-solving, and process improvement.

Here’s what you’ll do day-to-day:

• Perform daily, weekly, and monthly accounting tasks to maintain the accuracy and integrity of the general ledger.
• Support the full month-end close cycle
• Preparing and posting journal entries for expense accruals, prepaid amortization, depreciation, non-integrated revenue, leases, and reclasses.
• Completing detailed account reconciliations and investigating any variances.
• Preparing balance sheet working papers and reconciliations for multiple entities.
• Reviewing support, coding, and reconciling credit card transactions.
• Contribute to internal reporting packages and ad hoc reports for the Financial Controller and operational teams.
• Maintain and document accounting policies and procedures to ensure compliance and financial integrity.
• Assist in developing and implementing new processes or system integrations to improve department efficiency.
• Collaborate effectively with team members in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the Line Manager.

Here’s what we’re looking for:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance.
• 4+ years of progressive accounting experience.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret complex financial data.
• Exceptional attention to detail, accuracy, and time management.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines effectively.
• Collaborative team player who thrives in both in-person and remote work environments.
• Proactive and adaptable, with a continuous improvement mindset.
• Experience leveraging AI tools and functionality to enhance workflow efficiency, analysis, and reporting accuracy.

The Perks:

• Medical, dental, and vision
• PTO + sick days
• 401k: up to 4% matching
• Monthly phone/internet reimbursement
• Yearly professional development stipend
• Company-paid life and disability insurance
• Extra voluntary life insurance policy
• Voluntary hospital and critical illness insurance
• HSA/FSA/Commuter Benefits

Our values:

At The Lighthouse, diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) isn't just a statement, it's our collective strength. Our people are our superpower. A diverse team and inclusive leadership have shaped Whalar since our inception in 2016, fueling a constant evolution of growth. We champion a culture of respect and empathy, fostering a sense of belonging that transcends demographics. We hire individuals of all backgrounds and empower them to thrive, challenge stereotypes, and actively break societal barriers. 

The Lighthouse provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Equal opportunity extends to all aspects of the employment relationship, including hiring, promotions, training, working conditions, compensation, and benefits.