Manager of Technical Accounting & Reporting

LE001 Automation Anywhere, Inc; San Jose (CA); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 155,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work schedule / remote roles

Unlimited personal time off

12 holidays off per year

4 days volunteer time off per year

4 company achievement days off peryear

Health care and well-being benefits

Job summary

LE001 Automation Anywhere, Inc is seeking an exceptional Manager of Technical Accounting and Reporting to join our Accounting & Finance team as a strategic leader and subject matter expert.

The role focuses on policy evolution, technical accounting guidance, SOX controls, stock-based compensation, and IPO/SEC reporting, partnering with Product, Legal, Finance & Strategy to deliver precise disclosures and timely monthly closes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in finance or accounting.
• US CPA (highly preferred).
• 7+ years of progressive accounting experience with technical depth.
• Big4 audit/advisory experience preferred or equivalent exposure to complex accounting matters.
• Stock-based compensation expertise.
• Deep expertise in ASC606, ASC718, ASC805.
• Capital markets experience (IPOs, equity offerings, SEC reporting) preferred.
• Tech/SaaS industry background is helpful.

Responsibilities

• Lead accounting policy evolution — adopt and implement new accounting standards, ensuring policies remain current and compliant.
• Drive technical excellence — partner with the accounting team and cross-functional leaders on complex transactions and product structures.
• Ensure compliance excellence — design and oversee an internal controls framework for accounting policies, focusing on SOX.

Skills

Policy evolution

Technical accounting

SOX compliance

Stock-based compensation

Financial reporting

Education

Bachelor’s degree in finance or accounting

Tools

Microsoft Office

Accounting systems

Job description

Role Overview

We’re seeking an exceptional Manager of Technical Accounting and Reporting to join our Accounting & Finance team as a strategic leader and subject matter expert.

Location

Hybrid role with regular onsite workdays in our SanJose,CA office strongly preferred. Other U.S. locations may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Lead accounting policy evolution — adopt and implement new accounting standards, ensuring policies remain current, compliant, and strategically aligned with our business model.
• Drive technical excellence — partner with the accounting team and cross‑functional leaders to navigate complex new transactions, evolving product structures, and accounting rule changes with precision and confidence.
• Ensure compliance excellence — design and oversee an internal controls framework for accounting policies, focusing on SOX effectiveness and audit readiness.
• Craft financial narratives — author original footnote disclosures, MD&A, and public communications that accurately reflect our financial position and delight investors and auditors.
• Become the technical authority — respond to complex accounting inquiries from internal and external stakeholders, translating intricate technical matters into clear concepts for all organizational levels.
• Accelerate close cycles — lead monthly close processes including stock‑based compensation and equity‑related journal entries, publishing investor reporting packages with precision.
• Solve novel problems — collaborate closely with Product, Legal, Finance & Strategy teams to provide technical accounting guidance on new initiatives and market opportunities, working with external auditors to resolve complex matters efficiently.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in finance or accounting.
• US CPA (highly preferred).
• 7+ years of progressive accounting experience, blending technical accounting depth with operational know‑how.
• Big4 audit/advisory experience (preferred) or equivalent exposure to complex accounting matters.
• Stock‑based compensation expertise.
• Deep expertise in at least two of these areas:
  • Revenue recognition (ASC606)
  • Stock‑based compensation (ASC718)
  • Business combinations and goodwill accounting (ASC805)
• Capital markets experience (IPOs, equity offerings, or SEC reporting) — preferred.
• Technology/SaaS industry background — preferred but not required; willingness to quickly master software/tech accounting nuances is essential.
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office and accounting systems.

Key Competencies

• Strategic collaboration — thrive partnering with cross‑functional teams, translating technical accounting into business strategy.
• Communication mastery — exceptional written and verbal skills; explain complex accounting concepts clearly to executives, board members, and junior team members.
• Intellectual rigor — dig deep into ambiguous situations, challenge assumptions thoughtfully, and arrive at well‑reasoned conclusions.
• Operational excellence — meticulous attention to detail, flawless organization, and an ability to manage competing priorities in a dynamic environment.
• Ownership mentality — view technical accounting as a strategic business function; proactively identify improvements and drive them to completion.
• Adaptability — thrive in a fast‑paced, evolving environment, learning new concepts quickly and helping the team scale.

Salary & Benefits

Base salary range: $140,000 – $155,000 a year. Eligible for a discretionary bonus, equity, and a full range of medical and other benefits.

• Flexible work schedule / remote roles
• Unlimited personal time off
• 12 holidays off per year
• 4 days volunteer time off per year
• Eligible for 4 company achievement days off per year
• Variety of health care and well‑being benefits
• Paid family/parental leave

Equal Opportunity Employment

Automation Anywhere is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, genetic information, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected basis.