Senior Accountant

Cohere • New York, NY

16h • Hybrid

About The Position

Cohere is at the forefront of AI innovation, building cutting-edge language models and AI systems. Our Finance team plays a critical role in supporting our rapid growth and ensuring operational excellence. We value technical expertise, collaborative problem-solving, and a commitment to accuracy and compliance. This role offers the opportunity to make a significant impact on our financial infrastructure while working at the intersection of finance and transformative technology.
We are seeking a Senior Accountant to support our General Ledger team with all processes and projects. This is an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic finance organization at a high-growth AI company where you can build accounting processes from the ground up in a fast-paced technology environment.

Requirements

• Have a background in public accounting (Big 4 preferred) OR strong operational experience at a high-growth technology startup
• Possess 5+ years of progressive accounting experience with increasing responsibility
• Demonstrate experience with system implementations and process improvements
• Show strong analytical skills and ability to perform complex reconciliations
• Take a proactive, solutions-oriented approach to problem solving
• Have a strong desire to build accounting processes in a fast-paced technology environment

Responsibilities

• Support the GL team with comprehensive accounting processes including month-end close, reconciliations, and audit preparation
• Assist with system implementations and process improvements for accounting infrastructure
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to build scalable accounting processes
• Partner with external auditors and coordinate audit processes
• Develop and maintain comprehensive accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls
• Drive continuous improvement of accounting infrastructure and reporting capabilities
• Take ownership of special projects including process optimization and automation initiatives

Benefits

• An open and inclusive culture and work environment
• Work closely with a team on the cutting edge of AI research
• Weekly lunch stipend, in-office lunches & snacks
• Full health and dental benefits, including a separate budget to take care of your mental health
• 100% Parental Leave top-up for up to 6 months
• Personal enrichment benefits towards arts and culture, fitness and well-being, quality time, and workspace improvement
• Remote-flexible, offices in Toronto, New York, San Francisco, London and Paris, as well as a co-working stipend
• 6 weeks of vacation (30 working days!)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed