Manager, Financial Reporting

Lambda•San Jose, CA

21h•Hybrid

About The Position

Lambda, The Superintelligence Cloud, is a leader in AI cloud infrastructure serving tens of thousands of customers. Our customers range from AI researchers to enterprises and hyperscalers. Lambda's mission is to make compute as ubiquitous as electricity and give everyone the power of superintelligence. One person, one GPU. If you'd like to build the world's best AI cloud, join us. Note: This position requires presence in our San Jose or San Francisco office location 4 days per week; Lambda’s designated work from home day is currently Tuesday.

Requirements

7+ years of accounting experience, including strong exposure to technical accounting and financial reporting
Active CPA license
Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and experience researching technical issues
Experience at a Big 4 firm and/or high-growth technology company
Proficient in accounting systems (NetSuite preferred) and Excel
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Well-organized with strong time management and attention to detail
Self-starter who can work independently and meet deadlines
Comfortable in a fast-paced, evolving environment
Curious, proactive, and eager to learn

Nice To Haves

Experience supporting an S-1 filing and transition to public company reporting
Background in a national office or accounting advisory practice
Experience in a startup or high-growth technology company
Familiarity with AI, SaaS/IaaS, or consumption-based models
Knowledge of SEC reporting requirements
Experience implementing new accounting standards
Experience improving processes and supporting system implementations
Ability to simplify complex topics and build scalable processes
Comfortable working in ambiguous, fast-paced environments
Proactive mindset with a track record of driving improvements

Responsibilities

IPO & Financial Reporting Support preparation and review of the S-1, including financial statements, MD&A, and footnotes in line with SEC and U.S. GAAP requirements
Partner with FP&A, Legal, and Investor Relations to ensure reporting aligns with the overall S-1 narrative
Work with auditors, valuation specialists, and legal counsel to support filing and audit readiness
Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in compliance with U.S. GAAP and future SEC reporting requirements (10-K, 10-Q)
Assist with non-GAAP reconciliations, key metrics, and investor-facing disclosures
Draft and maintain technical accounting memos to support audits and SEC review
Support SOX 404(a) readiness by improving documentation and key controls over financial reporting
Help develop and update accounting policies and procedures in line with the U.S. GAAP
Support monthly, quarterly, and annual close to ensure consistent application of accounting policies
Partner with cross-functional teams to assess and document accounting impacts of new initiatives and contracts
Improve accounting processes, strengthen controls, and increase automation
Monitor new FASB guidance and support implementation of reporting changes
Provide guidance to team members on technical accounting topics
Support ad-hoc and special projects related to accounting and reporting