Technical Accounting Senior Manager

Fivetran, Inc.; Oakland (CA); Hybrid; USD 165,000 - 206,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Paid time off

Professional development

Team events

Cell phone stipend

Mental health resources

Job summary

Fivetran, Inc. is seeking a Technical Accounting & Financial Reporting Senior Manager to lead complex accounting matters and scalable processes for a fast‑growing SaaS company in Oakland.

The role emphasizes collaboration across Accounting Operations, Engineering, Finance, Legal, and HR, with a strong internal control and external reporting focus. You will build policies, coordinate with valuation specialists for 409A and equity valuations, and ensure SOX‑compliant controls to support growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required; CPA license required.
• 7+ years of combined experience in Big 4 public accounting and/or corporate accounting at a SaaS or high-growth technology company.
• Demonstrated technical accounting expertise and experience drafting memos on complex, non-routine transactions.
• Strong understanding of US GAAP and internal control frameworks (SOX).
• Experience with external reporting, audit, or regulatory complexity.
• Familiarity with ERP systems and financial reporting tools (Netsuite and Workiva preferred).
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills across departments.
• Self-starter with strong organizational skills in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Research, analyze, and document technical accounting issues and memos; prepare calculations for audits under US GAAP (ASC 718, ASC 350-40, ASC 340, ASC 805, ASC 842, ASC 480).
• Develop and maintain accounting policies and procedures; lead implementation of significant changes.
• Collaborate with external valuation specialists for complex valuations including 409A, intangible assets, and equity awards.
• Coordinate with Accounting Operations, Engineering, Finance, Legal, HR, and others to operationalize guidance.
• Support external reporting readiness, including disclosures and process improvements.
• Design and implement SOX-compliant accounting processes and internal controls for growth.
• Partner with external auditors and consultants to ensure timely conclusions.
• Provide training and mentorship on technical accounting topics.

Skills

US GAAP

SOX

CPA

ERP Systems

Netsuite

Workiva

Big 4 Experience

Audit

Memos

Cross-functional Collaboration

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance

CPA license

Tools

Netsuite

Workiva

Job description

About Us

Fivetran and dbt Labs are bringing together two industry-leading companies with a shared mission: helping organizations unlock the full value of their data.Together, we’re delivering the data infrastructure layer that helps organizations move, transform, and trust their data — from the moment data moves, through every transformation, to the context teams and AI systems rely on.Fivetran helps organizations automate data movement across the systems, clouds, engines, and tools they rely on. dbt Labs pioneered analytics engineering, helping teams transform data into reliable, governed insights. Together, we support thousands of organizations as they build a trusted foundation for analytics, AI, and better business decisions.As we bring our teams and technology together, we’re building on the strengths of both companies while continuing to deliver the products and experiences our customers know and trust. It’s an exciting time to join us: we’re creating a company with the scale, talent, and technology to help more organizations put their data to work with greater speed, confidence, and impact.During this transition period, you may see references to both Fivetran and dbt Labs throughout our recruiting process as we integrate our teams, systems, and career sites.

About the Role

Fivetran is building data pipelines to power the modern data stack for thousands of companies.

We’re looking for a self‑motivated, detail‑oriented, and technically proficient Technical Accounting & Financial Reporting Senior Manager. This individual will play a key role in supporting complex accounting matters, building scalable processes, collaborating cross‑functionally, and contributing to a strong internal control and reporting environment that meets the standards of a sophisticated, fast‑growing SaaS company.

This is a full‑time position based out of our Oakland office. Our hybrid work model offers a blend of remote flexibility and in‑person collaboration, including two days in the office each week to connect and build as a team.

What You’ll Do

• Research, analyze, and document technical accounting issues and memos and prepare calculations to support accounting conclusions and facilitate external audit reviews in accordance with US GAAP, including but not limited to ASC 718 (Stock‑Based Compensation), ASC 350-40 (Capitalized Software), ASC 340 (Capitalized Commissions), ASC 805 (Business Combinations), ASC 842 (Leases), and ASC 480 (Debt & Equity).
• Develop and maintain accounting policies and procedures, and lead implementation of significant changes.
• Work with external valuation specialists to ensure complex transaction valuations are completed accurately and on time, including managing inputs and reviewing deliverables for 409A valuations, intangible asset valuations, and equity award valuations.
• Collaborate with teams across Accounting Operations, Engineering, Finance, Legal, HR, and other departments to ensure technical guidance is consistently operationalized and understood.
• Support initiatives to enhance external reporting readiness, including complex accounting topics, disclosures, and process improvements.
• Help design and implement efficient, SOX‑compliant accounting processes and internal controls to support organizational growth.
• Partner with external auditors and consultants to ensure timely and accurate conclusions on accounting matters.
• Provide training and mentorship to team members on technical accounting topics and emerging standards.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required; CPA license required
• 7+ years of combined experience in Big 4 public accounting and/or corporate accounting at a SaaS or high‑growth technology company
• Demonstrated technical accounting expertise and experience drafting memos on complex, non‑routine transactions
• Strong understanding of US GAAP and internal control frameworks (e.g., SOX)
• Experience working in or supporting a company with increasing external reporting, audit, or regulatory complexity
• Familiarity with ERP systems and financial reporting tools (Netsuite and Workiva preferred) and a mindset toward process improvement and automation
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to collaborate across departments
• Self‑starter with strong organizational skills and attention to detail; comfortable working independently in a high‑growth, fast‑paced environment.

Bonus Skills

• Prior experience as part of an S-1 filing or IPO project team.
• Experience with automation and AI tools to drive efficiency.

Oakland Pay Range

$164,669 — $205,836 USD

OTE (On Target Earning)

$164,669 — $205,836 USD

Perks and Benefits

• 100% employer-paid medical insurance*
• Generous paid time away from work, including paid vacation or flexible/unlimited vacation depending on role and country, plus paid sick time, inclusive parental leave, paid holidays, including a year‑end Global Week of Rest, and volunteer days off.
• Professional development and training opportunities
• Company virtual happy hours, free food, and fun team‑building activities
• Monthly cell phone stipend
• Access to an innovative mental health support platform that offers personalized care and resources in areas such as: therapy, coaching, and self‑guided mindfulness exercises for all covered employees and their covered dependents.

*May vary by country and worker type - please reach out to your recruiter for more information

Fivetran brings together high-quality talent across the globe to make data access as easy and reliable as electricity for our customers. We value and recognize that our customers benefit from having innovative teams made of people from many backgrounds, experiences, and identities. Fivetran promotes diversity, equity, inclusion & belonging through attracting, recruiting, developing, and retaining a diverse workforce, not only because it is the right thing to do, but because it helps us build a world‑class company to better serve our customers, our people and our communities.

We are committed to ensuring that all candidates have an equal opportunity to participate in our interview process. If you require accommodations at any stage of the process due to a disability, medical condition, or any other circumstance, please don't hesitate to submit your request by filling out this form . We will work with you to provide reasonable accommodations to facilitate your participation and ensure a fair and accessible interview experience. Your request and any information provided will be kept confidential and will not impact your candidacy. We look forward to hearing from you and accommodating your needs to the best of our ability.