Senior Manager, Technical Accounting & Financial Reporting

Lambda•San Jose, CA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Lambda, The Superintelligence Cloud, is a leader in AI cloud infrastructure serving tens of thousands of customers. Our customers range from AI researchers to enterprises and hyperscalers. Lambda's mission is to make compute as ubiquitous as electricity and give everyone the power of superintelligence. One person, one GPU. If you'd like to build the world's best AI cloud, join us. Note: This position requires presence in our San Jose or San Francisco office location 4 days per week; Lambda’s designated work from home day is currently Tuesday.

Requirements

10+ years of accounting experience, including 6+ years in technical accounting and financial reporting
Active CPA license
Strong U.S. GAAP knowledge and technical accounting research experience
5+ years at a Big 4 firm and/or high-growth technology company
Proficient in accounting systems (NetSuite preferred) and advanced Excel skills
Strong written and verbal communication skills, able to explain complex topics clearly
Highly organized with strong time management and attention to detail
Self-starter who can work independently and meet deadlines
Comfortable in a fast-paced, evolving environment
Curious, proactive, and eager to learn

Nice To Haves

Experience supporting an S-1 filing and transition to public company reporting
Background in a national office or accounting advisory practice
Experience in a startup or high-growth technology environment
Familiarity with AI, SaaS/IaaS, or consumption-based business models
Strong knowledge of SEC reporting requirements (10-K, 10-Q, S-1)
Experience implementing new accounting standards
Experience with SOX readiness and public company controls
Proven ability to improve processes and support system implementations
Ability to simplify complex issues and build scalable solutions
Comfortable working independently in ambiguous, fast-paced settings
Proactive mindset with a track record of driving thoughtful improvements

Responsibilities

Lead or support S-1 preparation, including drafting and reviewing financial statements, MD&A, and footnotes in line with SEC and U.S. GAAP requirements
Partner with FP&A, Legal, and Investor Relations to ensure financial reporting aligns with the overall S-1 story
Work closely with auditors, valuation specialists, and legal counsel to support filing and audit readiness
Own the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements preparation process in compliance with the U.S. GAAP and SEC reporting requirements (10-K, 10-Q post-IPO)
Support non-GAAP reconciliations, key metrics reporting, and investor-facing disclosures
Prepare and maintain technical accounting memos to support audits and SEC review
Support SOX 404(a) readiness by improving documentation and strengthening key controls over financial reporting
Develop and update accounting policies and procedures to ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP
Support monthly, quarterly, and annual close to ensure consistent application of accounting policies
Partner with cross-functional teams to evaluate and document accounting impacts of new contracts and business initiatives
Improve accounting processes, strengthen controls, and drive automation where possible
Monitor new FASB guidance and recommend practical implementation approaches
Provide guidance to team members on technical accounting matters
Support ad-hoc projects and other accounting or reporting initiatives