Technical Accounting and Reporting Manager
fal•San Francisco, CA
15h•$160,000 - $200,000•Onsite
About The Position
We're hiring a Technical Accounting & Reporting Manager to join our fast-growing Finance team. This is a high-impact, highly visible role that sits at the intersection of accounting rigor and business strategy. You'll own our technical accounting agenda, lead financial reporting, and be a trusted partner to the business on complex transactions. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, ambiguous environment and wants to build something from the ground up, leveraging the latest AI tools.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance; CPA required
- 8+ years of progressive accounting experience, with a mix of Big 4 public accounting and industry (tech or SaaS strongly preferred)
- Deep technical knowledge of US GAAP, particularly ASC 606, ASC 718, and ASC 842
- Experience supporting or leading an external audit process
- Strong written communication skills — you can translate complex accounting into clear, concise memos
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced, high-growth startup environment with evolving processes
- AI and Automation first. You use the latest AI tools, or even creating your own to automate processes
Nice To Haves
- Experience with NetSuite, Carta, Shareworks, or similar tools a plus
Responsibilities
- Research and document the company's positions on complex accounting matters under US GAAP (ASC 606, ASC 718, ASC 842, and others)
- Draft and maintain accounting policy memos
- Serve as the go-to resource for accounting questions across the business
- Partner with Sales, Legal and Strategic Finance on structuring new transactions and arrangements
- Own end-to-end revenue recognition for the company's product and services offerings
- Review customer contracts and develop SSP analyses and revenue waterfalls
- Own the revenue system implementation
- Ensure proper documentation of 5-step model assessments for all revenue streams
- Work cross-functionally with Sales, Legal, and Deal Desk on non-standard arrangements
- Manage all stock-based compensation accounting
- Partner with HR and Legal on new equity programs and modifications
- Coordinate with external valuation firms on 409A valuations
- Lead the preparation of internal financial statements on a monthly, quarterly and annual basis, and management reporting packages
- Support the external reporting and communications
- Assist in drafting financial statements and disclosures
- Assist the tax function with quarterly and annual provision work (ASC 740)
- Support sales tax reconciliation
- Coordinate with external tax advisors on compliance and planning matters
Benefits
- Competitive compensation, equity, and benefits
- High autonomy and real ownership over core financial operations
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
