Head of Technical Accounting and Financial Reporting

Notion • San Francisco, CA

69d • $190,000 - $230,000 • Onsite

About The Position

As the Head of Technical Accounting and Financial Reporting, you will lead the development and implementation of accounting practices that ensure our organization is equipped for evolving financial reporting requirements. Guiding a team and reporting to the Corporate Controller, you will bring strategic insight and deep technical expertise to establish robust processes, maintain compliance with U.S. GAAP and regulatory standards, and elevate our financial reporting capabilities.

Requirements

• 12+ years of progressive accounting and reporting experience, including at least 3+ years of SEC Reporting Experience.
• Significant technical accounting expertise with in-depth U.S. GAAP knowledge and proven application in a high-growth environment.
• Strong background in SEC reporting, including authorship of public company filings (10-Ks, 10-Qs, 8-Ks) and registration statements (S-1).
• Pre-IPO/private company experience is essential, with demonstrated success in building scalable reporting and compliance processes. Experience in SaaS preferred.
• Public accounting foundation (Big Four preferred) combined with in-house corporate reporting leadership required.
• Experience working directly with auditors, Audit Committees, and other specialists.
• Strong familiarity with controls implementation and internal control frameworks.
• Exceptional technical writing, communication, and presentation skills, with the ability to distill complex accounting guidance to stakeholders at all levels.
• Proven ability to operate in a dynamic, fast-paced environment and build processes from the ground up.

Nice To Haves

• CPA or equivalent
• Proficient experience in using NetSuite
• IPO transaction experience highly preferred
• You don't need to be an AI expert, but you're curious and willing to adopt AI tools to work smarter and deliver better results.

Responsibilities

• Lead technical accounting research and policy development for complex transactions (e.g., non-standard equity transactions, leases, consolidations, business combinations) and ensure documentation is complete and audit-ready.
• Build and scale the financial reporting processes, controls, and systems suitable for a public company environment, including selecting and implementing reporting tools and documentation practices.
• Prepare audited financial statements and disclosures for private company needs (investor reporting, board packages, etc.) while driving readiness for potential future SEC filings.
• Develop internal reporting frameworks to standardize processes across multiple entities or geographies, ensuring accuracy and consistency.
• Collaborate with CFO, CAO, FP&A, and Legal to ensure alignment between financial results, KPIs, and investor/board communications.
• Set up internal control structures and processes, including risk assessment, documentation, and testing protocols.
• Lead or support strategic initiatives ensuring accounting impacts are proactively addressed
• Build and mentor a high-performing team to manage growing technical accounting and reporting requirements as Notion scales.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Industry: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees