Sr. Technical Accountant

UPSIDE Foods • Emeryville, CA

12h • $112,000 - $135,000

About The Position

UPSIDE Foods is growing and entering an exciting new period of its history around scaling up our operations as we enter into commercialization. As the Sr Technical Accountant, you’ll be the resident expert in technical accounting research and play a critical contributor role during the audit. The position involves researching and interpreting accounting literature, developing technical accounting memos, and partnering with cross-functional teams to ensure consistent application of U.S. GAAP and delivery of high-quality financial reporting. This role reports into the General Accounting Manager, and works alongside a collaborative team of accounting, finance, and ERP professionals.

Requirements

• 5+ years of relevant work experience including two years in public accounting
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
• Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP with experience researching and applying FASB ASC guidance and evaluating Big 4 firm interpretations
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to distill complex issues into clear recommendations
• Excellent communication and documentation skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel
• Experience with ERP required, Microsoft Business Central a plus
• Candidates local to the SF Bay area with ability to commute to our Emeryville offices are preferred. Remote candidates will be considered in the following states (only): CA, CO, GA, IL, MA, MO, NC, UT, WA

Nice To Haves

• Technical accounting experience with CPG a plus
• CPA, Chartered Accountant, and/or Big 4 Audit Experience a bonus

Responsibilities

• Lead the technical accounting analysis for any complex, unusual, and/or significant transactions and provide technical accounting guidance across all functions, ensuring compliance with applicable U.S. GAAP and disclosure requirements
• Research and interpret U.S. GAAP to develop and present clear accounting positions to management and participate in discussions with external auditors
• Drive audit readiness by preparing high-quality technical memorandums to support positions, changes, or highly complex accounting topics (e.g. share-based compensation, leases, intangibles)
• Assist in preparation of the financial statements and various footnotes, including the statement of cash flows
• Track and assess new ASC disclosure requirements and make updates accordingly
• Maintain and update accounting policies and procedures to ensure ongoing alignment with evolving business operations and U.S. GAAP requirements
• Propose journal entries and support General Accounting Manager with preliminary reviews for other accounting teammates at month end close
• Own designated month end close responsibilities for other general areas of accounting
• Identify opportunities to streamline and enhance reporting timelines, accuracy, and automation across the close and reporting process
• Help with other special finance projects and ad-hoc requests

Benefits

• Stock options for all full-time incoming team members!
• 83-100% employer-paid healthcare premiums for team members (medical [including HSA and FSA], dental, and vision)
• Pet insurance for your furry family members!
• Unlimited PTO
• Company-sponsored learning & development opportunities

What This Job Offers

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