Principal Technical Accountant, SambaNova Systems

• Our ideal candidate is someone who is hands-on and embraces problem solving
• We’re looking for someone with a strong background in accounting, deep knowledge of technical accounting standards, and experience working with cloud-based systems, particularly NetSuite and Salesforce
• Experience with other ERP’s such as Oracle and SAP that can be transferable to this role is also a plus
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Accounting or Finance
• 8+ years of accounting experience
• CPA/CA license is required
• Strong knowledge of US GAAP
• Excellent proficiency in Microsoft Excel including advanced functions such as pivot tables and macros
• Experience with NetSuite and Salesforce
• Ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects simultaneously
• Good business acumen and analytical skills
• Systems savvy and ability to extract data

Desirable

• SambaNova Systems is seeking a Principal Technical Accountant to help us build a high functioning and efficient Accounting team. Reporting to the Corporate Controller, this position will play a critical role in building and managing systems and processes that will scale with our rapidly growing business as we progress towards an IPO
• This position will be responsible for ensuring accurate and compliant revenue recognition, tracking of inventory and COGS, managing financial systems, and partnering with IT to drive process improvements
• Ensure all accounting postings are recorded on an accurate and timely basis
• Ensure compliance with GAAP in all technical accounting areas, including revenue (ASC 606), leases (ASC 842), and equity (ASC 505 and 718)
• Actively manage all aspects of monthly, quarterly and annual financial close including reviewing key accounting postings, detailed account reconciliations, and financials for accuracy and quality
• Work closely with the Engineering and Operational functions on inventory management, costing, and gross margins
• Possess in-depth knowledge of inventory operations and accounting, including cost accounting, valuation methods, lower of cost or market, obsolescence, rework, and scrap
• Support the Controller in preparation of analysis, supporting schedules, details, and information to support the annual statutory reporting, corporate audits, corporate tax filings, and income tax provisions
• Develop and maintain audit plans and procedures
• Stay up-to-date on technical accounting standards and emerging issues
• Ensure compliance reporting, including property tax, sales and use tax, franchise tax, and statement of information, are prepared and filed timely
• Support the Controller in the configuration, development and maintenance of all key business process and systems including NetSuite, Coupa,Salesforce and Carta
• Drive process improvements and optimize efficiencies in all accounting areas, including elimination or streamlining of manual or non-effective tasks
• Collaborate with IT to ensure system integrations and data integrity
• Ensure accurate and compliant revenue recognition in accordance with ASC 606
• Develop and maintain revenue recognition policies and procedures
• Assist in refreshing the standalone selling price analysis to support revenue allocations at least annually
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure accurate and timely revenue recognition
• Partner with sales operations to reflect new bookings timely