Technical Accounting and SEC Reporting Analyst

Planet•San Francisco, CA

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

Welcome to Planet. We believe in using space to help life on Earth. Planet designs, builds, and operates the largest constellation of imaging satellites in history. This constellation delivers an unprecedented dataset of empirical information via a revolutionary cloud-based platform to authoritative figures in commercial, environmental, and humanitarian sectors. We are both a space company and data company all rolled into one. Customers and users across the globe use Planet's data to develop new technologies, drive revenue, power research, and solve our world’s toughest obstacles. As we control every component of hardware design, manufacturing, data processing, and software engineering, our office is a truly inspiring mix of experts from a variety of domains. We have a people-centric approach toward culture and community and we strive to iterate in a way that puts our team members first and prepares our company for growth. Join Planet and be a part of our mission to change the way people see the world. Planet is a global company with employees working remotely world wide and joining us from offices in San Francisco, Washington DC, Germany, Austria, Slovenia, and The Netherlands. About the Role: The Accounting team at Planet is seeking an extremely motivated and experienced Technical Accounting and SEC Reporting Analyst as we continue to scale and grow. As a Technical Accounting and SEC Reporting Analyst at Planet, you are someone who is able to roll up your sleeves for hands-on experience supporting the financial reporting process for a company that creates meaningful change. You will play a critical role in developing and implementing accounting policies, enhancing our financial reporting processes, and building a strong technical accounting foundation. This role will work closely with cross-functional teams and external auditors to ensure accuracy, compliance, and transparency in our financial reporting. To be successful in this role, you must have excellent accounting knowledge, pay attention to detail, and embrace challenges as opportunities for success to expand and grow with the company. This is a full-time, hybrid role which will require you to work from our San Francisco office 3 days per week.

Requirements

2+ years of accounting experience, in a financial reporting or Big 4 Accounting Firm Audit role
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or other quantitative major
Deep knowledge of US GAAP and experience with technical accounting research
Proficiency with accounting systems (NetSuite and Workiva / DFIN ActiveDisclosure preferred) and Excel
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain complex accounting concepts to non-accounting stakeholders
Solid organizational and time-management abilities
A keen attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
Self-starter able to work independently and meet deadlines
Thrive in a dynamic, evolving environment
Deeply curious and driven to learn

Nice To Haves

Hold a CPA license
Experience working in a high-growth technology environment
Experience with SaaS or consumption-based business models
Knowledge of SEC reporting requirements
Experience implementing new accounting standards
Proficiency in process automation and system implementations
A knack for simplifying complex concepts and building scalable processes
Comfort handling ambiguity and working with minimal supervision
Initiative to apply knowledge and recommend well-considered improvements
Experience with NetSuite

Responsibilities

Support the development, documentation, and implementation of accounting policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with US GAAP and relevant accounting standards
Support the month-end and quarter-end close processes, with specific oversight of complex technical accounting areas
Research and document technical accounting positions on emerging or complex issues, such as equity transactions, business combinations, and leases
Prepare and review financial statements, footnotes, and supporting schedules
Partner with cross-functional teams to assess and document accounting implications of new business initiatives, contracts, and transactions
Collaborate with external auditors to provide supporting documentation and technical accounting memorandum
Drive continuous improvement of accounting processes, controls, and automation
Mentor and develop team members, providing guidance on technical accounting matters
Support special projects, including system implementations and process improvements
Stay current on accounting standards and regulatory developments, implementing changes as needed