Manager, Corporate Accounting

Cohere•San Francisco, CA

23h•$135,000 - $215,000

About The Position

Cohere is a security-first enterprise AI company that builds foundation models and products for real-world business problems. The Finance team supports the company’s rapid growth and operational excellence, emphasizing technical expertise, collaborative problem-solving, accuracy, and compliance. The Manager, Corporate Accounting will help strengthen Cohere’s financial infrastructure and drive operational excellence, while partnering on the accounting implications of major business decisions. The role leads month-end close and financial reporting across entities; owns lease, equity, and foreign currency accounting; assists with purchase accounting; oversees general ledger operations and financial statement preparation; and develops accounting policies, systems, procedures, and internal controls. The position also collaborates across teams and uses technology to improve accounting efficiency and accuracy.

Requirements

7+ years of progressive accounting experience, with prior leadership in fast-paced environments.
Strong technical accounting skills and deep understanding of GAAP principles, including lease accounting, equity accounting, business combinations, and foreign currency.
Direct experience owning month-end close processes using close management tools such as Numeric.
Expertise in purchase accounting, including acquisitions, purchase price adjustments, and related reconciliations.
Experience leveraging AI tools to build and improve workflows for operational efficiency and accuracy.
Excellence in problem-solving and process improvement methodologies.
Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate across departments.
Ability to thrive in high-growth, dynamic environments with evolving priorities.
Experience building scalable accounting processes in technology companies.

Nice To Haves

Proficiency with financial systems; NetSuite is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Lead the complete month-end close process, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting across all entities.
Own lease accounting, including ASC 842 assessments, recording and reconciling lease-related transactions, financial reporting, and disclosures.
Own equity accounting, including stock-based compensation under ASC 718 and IFRS, and other equity-related balance sheet accounts.
Oversee foreign currency accounting, including functional currency assessments, transaction exposure, and translation adjustments.
Assist with purchase accounting, including purchase price adjustments, acquisition-related expenses, fair value allocations, and related reconciliations.
Direct general ledger operations, account reconciliations, and financial statement preparation.
Implement and maintain accounting policies, procedures, systems, and internal controls.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure financial accuracy and support business growth.
Use technology solutions to enhance accounting efficiency and accuracy.

Benefits

Weekly lunch stipend of $75, £75, or equivalent in local currency.
Full health and dental benefits, including a separate mental health budget.
RRSP matching, 401(k), and pension scheme.
100% parental leave top-up for up to 6 months for either parent.
Annual enrichment benefits for arts and culture, fitness and wellness, quality time, and workspace improvement.
Education and learning stipend for conferences, courses, and coaching.
Six weeks of paid vacation (30 working days).
Travel budget for remote employees to visit other offices, plus an annual company offsite.
Daily lunch program, snacks, and regular community and social events for office employees.
Co-working benefit for employees who are not near an office.
$500 home office stipend.