Lambda
Technical Accounting/SEC Reporting Lead
San Jose Office (First St), Remote. Posted 3 months ago
The role
This person will lead technical accounting research and prepare memos for complex transactions in accordance with U.S. GAAP. They will support IPO readiness, SEC compliance, and cross-functional partnerships to assess accounting impacts.
What you will do
- Lead technical accounting research and prepare memos for complex, non-routine transactions in accordance with U.S. GAAP
- Analyze accounting implications of significant transactions including revenue, equity, debt, business combinations, leases, and stock-based compensation
- Partner cross-functionally to assess accounting impacts and provide guidance ahead of execution
- Develop and maintain accounting policies and evaluate new FASB and SEC guidance
- Support IPO readiness efforts including drafting technical disclosures and assisting with S-1/10-K preparation
- Assist with consolidated financial statement preparation, footnotes, and reporting package reviews
- Support external audits and SOX readiness
- Contribute to M&A, system implementations, and other strategic initiatives
Required qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
- 4+ years of experience in technical accounting
- Active CPA required
- Strong knowledge of the U.S. GAAP with experience analyzing complex and non-routine transactions
- Proven ability to research accounting guidance and prepare technical accounting memos
- Understanding of SEC reporting and disclosure requirements
- Experience partnering cross-functionally to assess accounting implications of business initiatives
- Familiarity with ERP and reporting tools (e.g., NetSuite, Workiva)
- Advanced Excel skills
- Strong analytical capabilities
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Nice to have
- Big 4 audit or accounting advisory experience with strong technical accounting expertise
- Deep knowledge of ASC 606 (revenue), ASC 842 (leases), and ASC 718 (stock-based compensation)
- Experience with pre-IPO technical matters
- Strong understanding of the U.S. GAAP financial reporting
- Experience supporting IPO readiness, S-1/10-K preparation, and PCAOB audits
- Background in high-growth, pre-IPO or public technology companies (SaaS/AI preferred)
- Exposure to M&A and purchase accounting
- Demonstrated ability to strengthen controls and build scalable accounting processes
Benefits
- Generous cash & equity compensation
- Health, dental, and vision coverage for you and your dependents
- Wellness and commuter stipends for select roles
- 401k Plan with 2% company match (USA employees)
- Flexible paid time off plan
About the company
Lambda is a leader in AI cloud infrastructure serving tens of thousands of customers. Founded in 2012, the company has 500+ employees and is growing fast.