Accounting Manager

Partner with product teams on the launch of new products, including review of contracts, the performance of timely accounting assessments, risk assessments, designing effective & efficient controls to mitigate risks, and ensuring finance requirements are delivered by product and engineering teams to support successful product launches. Carry out month-end close activities, including preparation and review of journal entries, reconciliations, and analytical reviews to ensure an accurate and timely, monthly, quarterly and year-end close.

Position: Finance, Risk & Compliance - Accounting Manager V
11 Months with Possible Extension
Location: Menlo Park, CA

Summary:
Seeking a skilled, self-starting Accounting Manager to join our Corporate Accounting team. This role requires full ownership, limited direction, and a strong accounting background coupled with business acumen. Responsibilities include problem-solving, project management, designing scalable accounting technologies, and exercising good business judgment. Strong communication and partnership skills are essential for facilitating information flow across the organization.

Job Responsibilities:
Partner with product teams on the launch of new products, including review of contracts, the performance of timely accounting assessments, risk assessments, designing effective & efficient controls to mitigate risks, and ensuring finance requirements are delivered by product and engineering teams to support successful product launches.
Develop and maintain strong relationships with internal team members and cross-functional teams globally, including legal, product, engineering, tax, and risk teams.
Facilitate communication and information flow between cross-functional business partners and the Finance organization.
Review end-to-end system flows used for accounting and financial reporting for risk assessment, partnering with engineering and product teams to implement process and control improvements.
Drive the implementation of new accounting policies, and updates to existing policies that ensure compliance with GAAP and alignment with business strategy and related accounting guidance.
Carry out month-end close activities, including preparation and review of journal entries, reconciliations, and analytical reviews to ensure an accurate and timely, monthly, quarterly and year-end close.
Design and implement scalable accounting processes related to month-end and quarter-end financial close.

Skills:
Knowledge of general accounting or auditing principles (emphasis of ASC 606)
Knowledge and experience with internal controls
Advanced ability to understand system processes
strong business acumen, partnership experience, and communication skills
Skilled in comprehending end-to-end systems that impact accounting & financial reporting processes
Experience with financial statements and financial analysis
Experience leveraging AI to support day to day tasks and improve efficiency
Exceptional knowledge of Excel and other Microsoft tools
Experience executing and delivering high quality, accurate work in a dynamic, fast paced and deadline driven environment.
Ability to work independently as a significant individual contributor with minimal guidance.
Verbal and written communication skills, attention to detail, and critical thinking.

Education/Experience:
Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related fields
CPA preferred
10+ years of accounting experience
Experience in ASC 606