Senior Accounting Manager

THE COMPANYOur mission is to build the Covariant Brain, a universal AI to give robots the ability to see, reason and act on the world around them. Bringing AI from research in the lab to the infinite variability and constant change of our customer’s real-world operations requires new ideas, approaches and techniques.
Success in the real world requires a team that represents that world: diversity of backgrounds, points of view, and experiences. Our common denominator: ambitious expectations, love of learning, empathy for those around us, and a team-first mindset.
THE ROLEAs we build our company, we need to do so on a strong operational foundation. We are growing very fast and need efficient, scalable business processes in order to do so well. That’s where you come in!  As the Accounting Manager, you will manage all financial operations for our US office. You are not afraid to navigate through ambiguity, you are passionate about new technology and intelligent robots and want to apply your technical skills to help build a business.

YOU WILL

• Manage all accounting operations including Billing, A/R, A/P, GL, Cost Accounting, Inventory Accounting, Revenue Recognition 
• Manage month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close process
• Prepare monthly GL account reconciliations, ensuring compliance with accounting standards and internal policies
• Prepare and review financial statements in accordance with rules and US GAAP both for internal and external purposes 
• Develop analysis on financial results (actual vs. budget, trends, drivers, benchmarks)
• Assist with the preparation of the budget and financial forecasts and report variances 
• Manage shipment and customs for products at local and international level
• Oversee all payroll activities and ensure compliance with local, state, and federal government reporting requirements and filings
• Manage and comply with local, state, federal, and international government reporting requirements and tax filings 
• Manage external audits by providing reports, reconciliations, and interfacing with external auditors, as required 
• Develop and document business processes and accounting policies to maintain and strengthen internal controls 
• Help identify cost-saving opportunities Drive to continuously improve the accounting and reporting process, identify and implement efficiency/automation across the accounting function

YOU HAVE

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related degree
• 10 years of experience in accounting-related functions: payroll, accounting, bookkeeping, inventory management
• Strong in-depth working knowledge of US GAAP and local regulations, month-end close processes, operational accounting procedures, and financial reporting
• Strong analytical skills, accuracy and attention to detail, integrity, and ability to handle confidential information
• Strong time management and organizational skills
• Proactive in finding discrepancies in their solution
• Experience working and partnering with external auditors
• Collaboration, communication, and presentation skills
• Ability to self-motivate, adapt to change and work in a fast-paced environment

NICE TO HAVE

• Active CPA license 
• Accounting experience with Netsuite
• Experience in high-growth SaaS and technology product companies
• Experience in the Big 4

COMPANY CORE VALUESLEARNING CONSTANTLY STRIVING FOR EMPATHY TAKING ON THE IMPOSSIBLE, TOGETHER 
BENEFITSHealth, dental, and vision coverage for you and your familyUnlimited PTO Flexible work hours401(k) plan and match (applies only to United States employees)Lunch and dinner each day (for on-site employees)Monthly Health & Wellness budgetQuarterly Learning budget
At covariant.ai we don’t just accept difference—we celebrate it, we support it, and we thrive on it for the benefit of our employees, our products, and our community. Covariant.ai is proud to be an equal-opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status.