{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"04bb02fb91624badf697fbdb","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/04bb02fb91624badf697fbdb","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/04bb02fb91624badf697fbdb","title":"Technical Accounting/SEC Reporting Lead","description":"Lambda, The Superintelligence Cloud, is a leader in AI cloud infrastructure serving tens of thousands of customers. Our customers range from AI researchers to enterprises and hyperscalers. Lambda's mission is to make compute as ubiquitous as electricity and give everyone the power of superintelligence. One person, one GPU.\n\nIf you'd like to build the world's best AI cloud, join us.\n\n*Note: This position requires presence in our San Jose office location 4 days per week; Lambda’s designated work from home day is currently Tuesday.\n\nWhat You’ll Do\n\nLead technical accounting research and prepare memos for complex, non-routine transactions in accordance with U.S. GAAP\n\nAnalyze accounting implications of significant transactions, including revenue, equity, debt, business combinations, leases, and stock-based compensation\n\nPartner cross-functionally (Legal, Tax, FP&A, Treasury) to assess accounting impacts and provide guidance ahead of execution\n\nDevelop and maintain accounting policies; evaluate and implement new FASB and SEC guidance in preparation for public company readiness\n\nSupport IPO readiness efforts, including drafting technical disclosures, assisting with S-1/10-K preparation, and enhancing financial statement presentation\n\nAssist with consolidated financial statement preparation, footnotes, and reporting package reviews to ensure accuracy and SEC compliance\n\nSupport external audits and SOX readiness by preparing documentation, strengthening controls, and improving close and reporting processes\n\nContribute to M&A, system implementations, and other strategic initiatives to support company growth\n\nWhat we look for in you:\n\nBachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field\n\n4+ years of experience in technical accounting, preferably within a Big 4 firm and/or a publicly traded company\n\nActive CPA required\n\nStrong knowledge of the U.S. GAAP with experience analyzing complex and non-routine transactions (e.g., revenue recognition, leases, equity, debt, business combinations)\n\nProven ability to research accounting guidance and prepare clear, well-supported technical accounting memos\n\nUnderstanding of SEC reporting and disclosure requirements\n\nExperience partnering cross-functionally to assess accounting implications of business initiatives\n\nFamiliarity with ERP and reporting tools (e.g., NetSuite, Workiva)\n\nAdvanced Excel skills and strong analytical capabilities\n\nExcellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to translate technical guidance into practical recommendations\n\nDetail-oriented, proactive, and comfortable operating in a fast-paced environment\n\nNice to haves:\n\nBig 4 audit or accounting advisory experience with strong technical accounting expertise\n\nDeep knowledge of ASC 606 (revenue), ASC 842 (leases), and ASC 718 (stock-based compensation), including memo preparation and policy development\n\nExperience with pre-IPO technical matters, including equity instruments, preferred stock, warrants, EPS, and SEC reporting considerations\n\nStrong understanding of the U.S. GAAP financial reporting, including preparation and review of financial statements and footnote disclosures\n\nExperience supporting IPO readiness, S-1/10-K preparation, and PCAOB audits\n\nBackground in high-growth, pre-IPO or public technology companies (SaaS/AI preferred)\n\nExposure to M&A and purchase accounting, particularly in revenue and equity-related areas\n\nDemonstrated ability to strengthen controls and build scalable accounting processes in fast-paced environments\n\nSalary Range Information\n\nThe annual salary range for this position has been set based on market data and other factors. However, a salary higher or lower than this range may be appropriate for a candidate whose qualifications differ meaningfully from those listed in the job description.\n\nAbout Lambda\n\nFounded in 2012, with 500+ employees, and growing fast\n\nOur investors notably include TWG Global, US Innovative Technology Fund (USIT), Andra Capital, SGW, Andrej Karpathy, ARK Invest, Fincadia Advisors, G Squared, In-Q-Tel (IQT), KHK & Partners, NVIDIA, Pegatron, Supermicro, Wistron, Wiwynn, Gradient Ventures, Mercato Partners, SVB, 1517, and Crescent Cove\n\nWe have research papers accepted at top machine learning and graphics conferences, including NeurIPS, ICCV, SIGGRAPH, and TOG\n\nOur values are publicly available: https://lambda.ai/careers\n\nWe offer generous cash & equity compensation\n\nHealth, dental, and vision coverage for you and your dependents\n\nWellness and commuter stipends for select roles\n\n401k Plan with 2% company match (USA employees)\n\nFlexible paid time off plan that we all actually use\n\nEqual Opportunity Employer\n\nLambda is an Equal Opportunity employer. Applicants are considered without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, age, sex, gender, marital status, sexual orientation and identity, genetic information, veteran status, citizenship, or any other factors prohibited by local, state, or federal law.\n\nCompensation Range: $169K - $225K","company":"Lambda","rawCompany":"lambda","city":"San Jose","state":"CA","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-08-13T12:35:30.110Z","occupations":[{"code":"13-2011.00","title":"Accountants and Auditors","slug":"accountants-and-auditors"},{"code":"43-3031.00","title":"Bookkeeping, Accounting, and Auditing Clerks","slug":"bookkeeping-accounting-and-auditing-clerks"},{"code":"13-2099.00","title":"Financial Specialists, All Other","slug":"financial-specialists-all-other"}],"industries":[{"code":"513210","title":"Software Publishers","slug":"software-publishers"},{"code":"541219","title":"Other Accounting Services","slug":"other-accounting-services"},{"code":"518210","title":"Computing Infrastructure Providers, Data Processing, Web Hosting, and Related Services","slug":"computing-infrastructure-providers-data-processing-web-hosting-and-related-services"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Technical Accounting/SEC Reporting Lead","description":"Lambda, The Superintelligence Cloud, is a leader in AI cloud infrastructure serving tens of thousands of customers. 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