Director of Technical Accounting Policies

OpenAI•San Francisco, CA

11d•Hybrid

About The Position

About the Team OpenAI Finance is responsible for ensuring the organization is set up for success in pursuit of its mission. Our Controllership is responsible for providing accurate and timely financial information for our stakeholders. We aim to build best-in-class processes and systems that will scale with our business as it grows. About the Role As a Director of Technical Accounting Policies, you’ll focus on documenting cutting-edge, novel technical accounting issues. You’ll research and analyze complex one-time transactions, while also refreshing and documenting policies for standard processes. Examples of complex transactions may include non-standard revenue contracts, stock-based compensation, operating and finance leases, and acquisition of assets. This role is based in San Francisco, CA. We use a hybrid work model of 3 days in the office per week and offer relocation assistance to new employees.

Requirements

CPA, CA, or equivalent accounting qualification.
15+ years of progressive experience in public accounting firms and/or accounting leadership roles in technology company environments.
A strong foundation in technical accounting, with proficiency in US GAAP and experience handling complex audit areas.
Demonstrated ability in managing and supporting high-velocity, cross-functional teams on impactful projects.
Exceptional problem-solving capabilities, strategic thinking, and the ability to work in a fast-paced, innovative environment.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience in a public accounting firm with a managerial or senior managerial role (preferred).
Experience with both public and hyper-growth private SaaS companies.

Responsibilities

Review complex accounting transactions and document novel accounting conclusions.
Translate accounting conclusions into accurate month-end journal entries and quarterly footnote disclosures.
Enhance current database of technical policy memos to improve completeness of documentation.
Maintain technical policy memos and update documentation on a quarterly basis.
Scope and implement the accounting implications of unique transactions, in partnership with the controllership and tax teams.