Manager, Corporate Accounting

Fivetran • Oakland, CA

11h • Hybrid

About The Position

Fivetran is building data pipelines to power the modern data stack for thousands of companies. We’re looking for a highly motivated and detail-oriented Manager, Corporate Accounting to lead key aspects of our accounting operations in a fast-paced environment. This role will own the integrity and efficiency of the close process, drive automation and system enhancements, and partner cross-functionally with Technical Accounting, Engineering, and Finance teams. You will play a critical role in scaling accounting operations, improving processes, and ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting as the company grows. This is a full-time position based out of our Denver or Oakland office. Our hybrid work model offers a blend of remote flexibility and in-person collaboration, including two days in the office each week to connect and build as a team.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance; CPA strongly preferred
• 5–7+ years of accounting experience, with a mix of public accounting and industry preferred
• Prior experience in a SaaS or high-growth technology company
• Proven experience managing and developing teams
• Strong understanding of month-end close, general ledger, and financial reporting processes
• Hands-on experience with NetSuite and close automation tools (e.g., FloQast)
• Demonstrated ability to drive process improvements and automation initiatives
• Strong cross-functional communication skills, especially with technical teams

Nice To Haves

• Experience working with large datasets or data tools (e.g., BigQuery) is a plus
• Exposure to AI tools (e.g., ChatGPT, Claude) for workflow or productivity enhancements

Responsibilities

• Manage, mentor, and develop a team of corporate accountants, fostering a high-performance and continuous improvement culture
• Establish clear goals, priorities, and accountability across the team
• Drive process standardization and documentation to support scalability
• Own and manage the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes, ensuring accuracy and timeliness
• Review journal entries, account reconciliations, and flux analyses
• Ensure compliance with US GAAP and internal accounting policies
• Partner with Technical Accounting on complex accounting areas and new business initiatives
• Lead initiatives to automate and streamline accounting workflows, reducing manual effort and risk
• Collaborate with Engineering and Data teams to enhance data pipelines and reporting accuracy
• Drive system integrations and improvements across financial systems
• Partner closely with Technical Accounting on policy implementation, revenue recognition considerations, and complex transactions
• Work with Engineering and Data teams to improve data integrity, automate reporting, and support scalable infrastructure
• Collaborate with FP&A, Procurement, and other stakeholders to align on financial insights and operational needs
• Strengthen and maintain internal controls over financial reporting
• Support audit processes (internal and external), including preparation of schedules and documentation
• Ensure compliance with SOX and company policies

Benefits

• 100% employer-paid medical insurance
• Generous paid time-off policy (PTO), plus paid sick time, inclusive parental leave policy, holidays, and volunteer days off
• RSU stock grants
• Professional development and training opportunities
• Company virtual happy hours, free food, and fun team-building activities
• Monthly cell phone stipend
• Access to an innovative mental health support platform that offers personalized care and resources in areas such as: therapy, coaching, and self-guided mindfulness exercises for all covered employees and their covered dependents.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager