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Technical Accounting Manager

This role serves as the technical accounting authority for AI companies navigating rapid scaling and complex transactions. The Technical Accounting Manager researches and documents accounting positions on non-routine matters—from revenue recognition under ASC 606 to stock-based compensation, lease accounting, and M&A implications—while translating intricate GAAP guidance into practical operational solutions. What distinguishes this function is its strategic partnership across the business: rather than simply maintaining compliance, these professionals advise Sales, Legal, and Deal Desk on structuring commercial arrangements, guide Finance through novel accounting scenarios, and ensure technical conclusions embed cleanly into close processes and systems. The role typically sits within Finance operations, reporting to a Controller or Finance Director, and works closely with auditors, tax advisors, and cross-functional stakeholders to build defensible accounting frameworks that scale with the company's growth.

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Companies Hiring13
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Skills

What companies are looking for in this role.

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Researching and documenting appropriate accounting treatment for complex transactions including revenue recognition, stock-based compensation, business combinations, and leases

98%

Ensuring compliance with U.S. GAAP accounting standards across multiple technical areas

97%

Preparing, reviewing, and overseeing internal and external financial reports and disclosures

95%

Drafting and defending technical accounting memos and position papers for management and external auditors

94%

Analyzing complex and non-routine transactions to determine appropriate accounting conclusions

93%

Leading SEC reporting activities including preparation and filing of 10-K, 10-Q, and registration statements

88%

Evaluating and documenting accounting implications of mergers, acquisitions, and strategic investments

87%

Building and scaling technical accounting frameworks, policies, and operational processes

86%

Developing revenue recognition policies and reviewing complex customer contracts for compliance with standards

85%

Managing accounting for complex lease arrangements and embedded lease identification

82%

Monitoring and implementing new accounting pronouncements and evolving regulatory guidance

80%

Building internal controls environment and SOX compliance processes for financial reporting accuracy

79%

Performing purchase accounting analysis and valuation for business combinations

75%

Applying technical accounting expertise to variable interest entity analysis and consolidation assessments

73%

Managing accounting for fixed assets, capitalized software, and construction-in-progress tracking

72%

Conducting financial due diligence and supporting M&A integration activities

72%

Performing standalone company valuation analysis for strategic investments and equity accounting

68%
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Evaluating accounting for infrastructure and capital-intensive assets in rapidly scaling technology companies

58%

Analyzing power purchase agreements and energy contracts with embedded derivatives

52%
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Collaborating cross-functionally with legal, tax, treasury, corporate development, and FP&A teams on transaction structuring

96%

Translating complex accounting guidance into clear, actionable recommendations for non-accounting stakeholders

93%

Serving as a trusted advisor and subject matter expert on accounting implications of major business decisions

91%

Communicating with external auditors and valuation specialists to defend accounting positions

88%

Operating effectively in fast-paced, high-growth, ambiguous environments with ability to prioritize complex tasks

85%

Leading and mentoring team members while setting standards for technical excellence and accountability

79%
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Technology

The tools and technologies that define this role.

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NetSuitemoderate
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ASC 606very high
ASC 718very high
ASC 842very high
U.S. GAAPvery high
10-Khigh
10-Qhigh
ASC 360high
ASC 805high
ASC 810high
S-1high
ASC 320moderate
ASC 321moderate
ASC 323moderate
ASC 815moderate
ASC 830moderate
PCAOBmoderate
SOXmoderate
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Open Jobs

26 open Technical Accounting Manager jobs across 13 companies.

Palantir5d
Technical Accounting Manager
Seattle, WA·Finance
Palantir5d
Technical Accounting Manager
Palo Alto, CA·Finance
OpenAI5d
Senior Technical Accounting Manager, Revenue & Strategic Partnerships
San Francisco·Finance
Palantir5d
Technical Accounting Manager
Denver, CO·Finance
OpenAI6d
Senior Technical Accounting Manager, Compute Infrastructure
San Francisco·Finance
CoreWeave1w
Manager, Corporate Development Accounting
New York, NY / Sunnyvale, CA·Finance
CoreWeave2w
Sr. Manager, Joint Venture & VIE
New York, NY / Sunnyvale, CA / Dallas, TX·Finance
Crusoe3w
Senior Director of Technical Accounting
San Francisco, CA - US·Finance
Crusoe3w
Senior Director of Technical Accounting (Internal)
San Francisco, CA - US·Finance
Crusoe3w
Senior Director of Technical Accounting
Denver, CO - US·Finance
Harvey3w
Technical Accounting and Reporting Manager
Chicago·Finance
Harvey4w
Technical Accounting and Reporting Manager
Dallas·Finance
Harvey4w
Technical Accounting and Reporting Manager
New York·Finance
Harvey4w
Technical Accounting and Reporting Manager
San Francisco·Finance
Anthropic1mo
Director, Infrastructure & Energy Accounting
San Francisco, CA | Seattle, WA·Finance
Cohere1mo
Director of SEC Reporting and Technical Accounting
Canada·Finance
CoreWeave1mo
Senior Analyst, Financial Reporting- Fixed Assets
Dallas, TX·Finance
Anthropic1mo
Director, Technical Accounting – M&A and Investments
San Francisco, CA·Finance
Figma1mo
Director, Technical Revenue Accounting
San Francisco, CA • New York, NY • United States·Finance
OpenAI1mo
Senior Manager of Technical Accounting, Strategic Transactions
San Francisco·Finance