Technical Accounting & Reporting Senior Manager
Leads technical accounting research, complex transaction analysis, financial reporting readiness, valuation oversight, and SOX-compliant process development for a high-growth SaaS company. Requires a CPA, bachelor’s degree, and 7+ years of Big 4 or corporate accounting experience.
About the job
Responsibilities
- Research, analyze, and document technical accounting issues and prepare memos and calculations supporting accounting conclusions and external audit reviews under US GAAP, including ASC 718, ASC 350-40, ASC 340, ASC 805, ASC 842, and ASC 480.
- Develop and maintain accounting policies and procedures and lead implementation of significant changes.
- Manage external valuation specialists and review deliverables for 409A, intangible asset, and equity award valuations.
- Collaborate with Accounting Operations, Engineering, Finance, Legal, HR, and other teams to operationalize technical guidance.
- Support external reporting readiness, complex accounting disclosures, and process improvements.
- Design and implement efficient, SOX-compliant accounting processes and internal controls.
- Partner with external auditors and consultants on timely, accurate accounting conclusions.
- Provide training and mentorship on technical accounting topics and emerging standards.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance.
- CPA license.
- 7+ years of combined Big 4 public accounting and/or corporate accounting experience at a SaaS or high-growth technology company.
- Technical accounting expertise and experience drafting memos for complex, non-routine transactions.
- Strong understanding of US GAAP and SOX internal control frameworks.
- Experience supporting organizations with increasing external reporting, audit, or regulatory complexity.
- Familiarity with ERP systems and financial reporting tools; NetSuite and Workiva preferred.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.
Nice-to-Haves
- Experience on an S-1 filing or IPO project team.
- Experience using automation and AI tools to improve efficiency.
Compensation & Benefits
- Annual compensation range: $164,669–$205,836 USD.
- 100% employer-paid medical insurance.
- Paid time off, paid sick time, parental leave, holidays, a year-end Global Week of Rest, and volunteer days off.
- RSU stock grants.
- Professional development and training opportunities.
- Company happy hours, food, and team-building activities.
- Monthly cell phone stipend.
- Mental health support platform with therapy, coaching, and mindfulness resources.
Skills
US GAAP, Asc 718, Asc 350-40, Asc 340, Asc 805, Asc 842, Asc 480, Sox, NetSuite, Workiva, 409A Valuations, Ipo, Automation, Artificial Intelligence
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