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The Senior External Reporting & Technical Accountant will work closely across multiple teams within the company to support SEC reporting matters, developing an understanding of the entire Cerebras business to properly reflect it in periodic reports including future SEC filings. In addition, this role will assist in developing key positions on complex transactions and issues facing the business. The position requires strong financial and US GAAP accounting skills and the ability to understand the big picture while being detail oriented.
Job Responsibility:
Assist with periodic filings with the SEC and other external reports, including financial statement preparation, related footnotes, management discussion and analysis, and other applicable reporting obligations
Monitor developments at SEC and FASB for potential impacts on accounting or disclosure, communicate potential impacts to the business, and support any related system developments or process improvements
Support the SEC reporting process to ensure completeness and accuracy of financial statement footnote disclosures and assist in maintaining effective internal controls over financial reporting
Develop and maintain relationships across functions, including business operations, general accounting, tax, treasury, legal and HR to ensure timely communication and review of reporting matters
Work with external auditors on reviews of SEC filings and disclosures, responding to audit inquiries and providing supporting documentation as needed
Perform special projects or tasks, including technical accounting research and analysis in support of the broader team
Research, document memos, record technical accounting matters as they arise and prepare journal entries for complex accounting transactions
Analyze and interpret new accounting standards and SEC regulations, research and document appropriate accounting treatment related to various business transactions
Participate in the implementation of SOX controls over financial reporting and assist in developing procedures over financial reporting accuracy
Work closely with the stock administrator and perform stock compensation accounting for share-based awards, including stock options, Restricted stock, ESPP by performing the valuation of compensation granted, calculation of monthly expense, and all related compensation disclosure requirements
Research new disclosures and FASB accounting standards updates and work with external auditors on appropriate disclosure requirements
Provide technical accounting support to the Senior External Reporting & Technical Accounting Manager in fulfilling control obligations
Requirements:
5+ years of combined experience at a Big 4 accounting firm and SEC reporting at a public company
CPA license, or equivalent (active preferred)
Proficiency in financial reporting and accounting tools such as Workiva and NetSuite
Strong knowledge of accounting standards and disclosure requirements under US GAAP and SEC regulations
Experience with public companies in the technology industry
Excellent quantitative and analytical skills accompanied by strong verbal and written communication skills
Strong project management, leadership, relationship development and stakeholder management skills
Results orientation, with the ability to work on a fast-paced team, adapt to rapidly changing situations and conditions, and demonstrate a drive and bias for action
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
concise communication when speaking to senior leadership
Motivation to learn and grow and develop knowledge of unfamiliar areas
What we offer:
Build a breakthrough AI platform beyond the constraints of the GPU
Publish and open source their cutting-edge AI research
Work on one of the fastest AI supercomputers in the world
Enjoy job stability with startup vitality
Our simple, non-corporate work culture that respects individual beliefs