Senior Staff Accountant

Credo•San Jose, CA

2d•$85,000 - $120,000

About The Position

Team Credo is looking for a Senior Staff Accountant to join our mission to transform connectivity at scale. This role will play a critical role in advancing semiconductor technologies through innovative design, development, and testing. This position offers opportunities for cross-functional collaboration in a high-tech environment, ideal for professionals passionate about microelectronics and integrated systems. Base salary range is $85,000 - $120,000 a year. The base salary offer will depend on factors such as education, experience, training, skills, qualifications, and location. This position is also eligible for a discretionary bonus, equity and a full range of medical and other benefits.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required
CPA license required or in progress
3-5+ years of progressive accounting experience, including public accounting (Big 4 or national firm) and/or public company technical accounting/external reporting experience
Demonstrated experience researching and documenting complex U.S. GAAP accounting issues and drafting technical accounting memos
Hands-on experience preparing or reviewing SEC filings (10-K, 10-Q, 8-K) and related financial statement disclosures
Experience supporting external audit relationships and SOX internal control processes
Excellent verbal and written communication skills required, with the ability to translate technical accounting concepts for non-accounting audiences
Strong analytical and research skills, with sound judgment and attention to detail under tight deadlines
Deep working knowledge of U.S. GAAP and SEC reporting requirements
Proficiency with ERP and reporting systems (e.g., NetSuite, Workiva, or similar)
Strong Excel skills
Proactive, self-motivated, and collaborative, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment

Nice To Haves

familiarity with XBRL and disclosure management tools a plus

Responsibilities

Research and analyze complex, non-routine accounting matters (e.g., revenue recognition, leases, business combinations, stock-based compensation) under U.S. GAAP and draft clear, well-supported technical accounting memos.
Partner with business units on new transactions, contracts, and arrangements to assess accounting implications before deals close.
Monitor emerging accounting standards and regulatory developments (FASB, SEC, PCAOB) and assess and communicate their impact to the organization.
Support the design and documentation of accounting policies and position papers, ensuring consistent application across the company.
Prepare and review sections of periodic SEC filings, including Forms 10-K, 10-Q, and 8-K, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and compliance with SEC and GAAP disclosure requirements.
Coordinate the quarterly and annual close and reporting calendar, working across Accounting, FP&A, Legal, and Investor Relations to meet filing deadlines.
Draft and maintain financial statement footnotes, MD&A support schedules, and XBRL tagging, and coordinate with external filing agents.
Support preparation of materials for the Audit Committee and Board of Directors related to technical accounting and reporting matters.
Contribute to process improvement initiatives that streamline the close, technical accounting, and external reporting processes.
Design, execute, and maintain internal controls (SOX) over technical accounting and external reporting processes, and support control testing and remediation.
Identify opportunities to improve the accuracy, efficiency, and timeliness of the close and reporting process, including through automation.