Senior Manager, Technical Accounting

About the Team

The Technical Accounting team plays a crucial role in driving the financial accuracy and success of the organization by ensuring compliance with current accounting standards and providing insightful accounting solutions.

About the Role

We’re looking for a Senior Manager of Technical Accounting who will help lead OpenAI’s technical accounting operations. You will be responsible for diagnosing and resolving complex technical accounting issues by working effectively in cross-functional partnerships (e.g. FP&A, legal, and tax teams). This strategic role will report to the Director of Technical Accounting and work closely with the VP Finance and Controller, cross-functional executives, and key external partners. 

This role is based in San Francisco, CA, using a hybrid work model of 3 days in the office per week. Relocation assistance is offered to new employees.

In this role, you will:

• Diagnose and resolve complex technical accounting issues quickly & accurately, and document accounting positions in memorandums. 
• Manage and oversee the financial aspects of contractual agreements
• Collaborate cross-functionally with teams such as FP&A, tax, legal, research, product and operations to provide accounting guidance on contracts, business initiatives, and new transactions.
• Analyze and efficiently document proper accounting for complex transactions under a wide variety of US GAAP topics including:
• ASC 350 Intangible assets
• ASC 606 Revenue
• ASC 718 Stock compensation
• ASC 730 Research and development
• ASC 805 Business combinations
• ASC 808 Collaboration arrangements
• ASC 810 Consolidation
• ASC 820 Fair Value
• ASC 842 Leases
• Oversee and improve processes for technical accounting areas, including capitalized software, revenue and partnerships.
• Stay abreast of new accounting pronouncements and lead the implementation of necessary changes in accounting policies and practices.
• Assist in the preparation and review of financial statements and disclosures.

You might thrive in this role if you have:

• A Bachelor's degree with 10+ years of progressive experience in technical accounting roles, including experience with SaaS revenue recognition under ASC 606.
• CPA or equivalent, with a deep understanding of US GAAP, particularly in complex accounting areas.
• Proven experience in a Big Four national office, accounting advisory consulting practice, or industry experience in a technical accounting role.
• Proven ability to diagnose and resolve complex accounting issues effectively and efficiently.
• Strong communication skills, demonstrating the ability to explain complex accounting topics to non-accounting stakeholders.
• Experience working with modern software and systems, particularly NetSuite and Workiva are a plus.
• Strong analytical skills and experience in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

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