Accounting Manager, Corporate Process and AI Execution

Ripple•San Francisco, CA

About The Position

At Ripple, we’re building a world where value moves like information does today. It’s big, it’s bold, and we’re already doing it. Through our crypto solutions for financial institutions, businesses, governments and developers, we are improving the global financial system and creating greater economic fairness and opportunity for more people, in more places around the world. And we get to do the best work of our career and grow our skills surrounded by colleagues who have our backs. If you’re ready to see your impact and unlock incredible career growth opportunities, join us, and build real world value. THE WORK: Reporting to the Senior Manager of Corporate Accounting, we are looking for a high-energy, technically-adept Accounting Manager, Corporate Process and AI Execution to serve as a key partner to the controllership team in scaling our global finance operations. This is a "player-coach" role designed for someone who bridges the gap between complex accounting and innovative technology. You will be the primary driver of our AI-driven process improvements while ensuring the day-to-day global close remains on track. If you have a project management mindset and a "no task too small, no challenge too big" attitude, you will thrive here.

Requirements

Experience: 6+ years of progressive accounting experience, ideally blending a Big Four foundation with in-house corporate accounting.
Credentials: CPA is required. A Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance is required; an advanced degree is a plus.
Hands-on Depth: You are a true "doer" who leads by example. You must have direct experience in corporate accounting operations and be comfortable navigating complex data sets and ERP systems independently.
Project Management & Leadership: You possess a formal or highly developed PM mindset. You have a proven track record of overseeing project lifecycles, managing timelines, unblocking technical barriers, and resourcefully sourcing tools. You can work collaboratively across a broad range of business functions and have a demonstrated ability to engage effectively with senior management.
Systems & AI Fluency: Proficiency with large enterprise-level ERP systems (e.g., Oracle, NetSuite, or SAP) and advanced Excel skills are essential. You have experience with data visualization tools and, crucially - actively use AI tools in your daily workflow to drive efficiency.
Problem-Solving DNA: You don't just identify "red flags" - you proactively detect root causes and propose actionable, scalable solutions.
Communication Excellence: Exceptional verbal and written skills, with the ability to "translate" complex accounting and technical AI workflows for internal cross-functional partners and external stakeholders.

Nice To Haves

Industry Passion: A genuine interest in or professional experience with the crypto industry is highly valued.

Responsibilities

Global Close Coordination: Assist in managing the end-to-end global accounting close process. You will coordinate with internal teams and our offshore managed services team to ensure all deadlines are met with precision.
Cross-Functional Partnership: Collaborate daily with stakeholders in Tax, FP&A, Finance Systems, Finance Operations and Technical Accounting to ensure day-to-day work is streamlined and enterprise-wide efficiency is maximized.
Internal Controls & Compliance: Assist in building and maintaining robust internal control environments to ensure that automated workflows remain compliant and operationally efficient.
Maintain AI Workflows: Take ownership of existing AI and automation workstreams in Corporate Accounting, ensuring the integrity and performance of automated processes in Investments, AP Accruals, Prepaids, Fixed Assets, and Leases etc.
Project Follow-up: Act as the lead coordinator for transformation initiatives; manage project milestones, track progress, and ensure that all AI-driven enhancements are functioning as intended.
Operational Innovation: Serve as the front line for day-to-day operations to identify manual bottlenecks; assist in the design and deployment of AI-assisted solutions to eliminate repetitive tasks.
Efficiency Scoping: Continuously monitor and propose refinements to AI use cases, such as streamlining Investment valuation and reconciliation or enhancing AP Accrual estimations, to keep the department at the technological forefront.
Audit Coordination: Support the coordination of internal and external audits. You will assist in the collection, organization, and initial review of PBC requests to ensure a smooth audit lifecycle.
Documentation & Polish: Help refine and polish audit responses and process documentation. You will assist in explaining AI-enhanced workflows to auditors, ensuring that automated evidence is clear, professional, and meets all regulatory standards.

Benefits

The opportunity to build in a fast-paced start-up environment with experienced industry leaders
A learning environment where you can dive deep into the latest technologies and make an impact. A professional development budget to support other modes of learning.
Thrive in an environment where no matter what race, ethnicity, gender, origin, or culture they identify with, every employee is a respected, valued, and empowered part of the team.
In-office collaboration for moments that matter is important to our culture, and we give managers and teams the flexibility to decide which 10+ days a month they come in.
Bi-weekly all-company meeting - business updates and ask me anything style discussion with our Leadership Team
We come together for moments that matter which include team offsites, team bonding activities, happy hours and more!
Competitive salary, bonuses, and equity
Competitive benefits that cover physical and mental healthcare, retirement, family forming, and family support
Employee giving match
Mobile phone stipend
R&R days so you can rest and recharge
Generous wellness reimbursement and weekly onsite & virtual programming
Generous vacation policy - work with your manager to take time off when you need it
Industry-leading parental leave policies. Family planning benefits.
Catered lunches, fully-stocked kitchens with premium snacks/beverages, and plenty of fun events