Accounting Manager

About Glean

We’re on a mission to bring people the knowledge they need to make a difference in the world. 

Glean was founded by a seasoned team of former Google search and Facebook engineers, who wondered why we don’t have an easier way of finding what we need at work. In our personal lives, we have tools to help us find pretty much whatever we need. Why don’t we have that at work? And that was the beginning of Glean.

Glean searches across all your company’s apps to help you find exactly what you need and discover the things you should know. We’re a diverse team of curious and creative people who want to help each other get big things done—so we can help other teams do the same. 

We're backed by some of the Valley's leading venture capitalists—including Sequoia, Kleiner Perkins, Lightspeed, and General Catalyst—and have assembled a world-class team with senior leadership experience at Google, Slack, Facebook, Dropbox, Rubrik, Uber, Intercom, Pinterest, Palantir, and others.

Job Description:

Specifically you will be expected to…

As the Accounting Manager at Glean, you will play a pivotal role in overseeing all aspects of financial accounting and reporting. Working closely with the Finance team and other departments, you will ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial data, implement best practices, and contribute to strategic decision-making processes. This is an excellent opportunity for a detail-oriented professional with a passion for finance and entrepreneurship to make a significant impact in a dynamic start-up environment.

Responsibilities:

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1. Financial Reporting: Prepare and analyze financial statements, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements, to provide accurate and timely financial information to management and stakeholders.
2. General Ledger Management: Oversee general ledger activities, including journal entries, reconciliations, and month-end close processes, to ensure compliance with accounting standards and regulatory requirements.
3. Accounts Payable and Receivable: Manage accounts payable and receivable functions, including invoice processing, billing, collections, and vendor management, to optimize cash flow and maintain strong relationships with suppliers and customers.
4. Tax Compliance: Coordinate with external tax advisors to ensure timely and accurate preparation of tax returns, filings, and payments, and stay abreast of changes in tax laws and regulations that may impact the company.

5. Internal Controls: Develop and implement internal control procedures and policies to safeguard company assets, mitigate financial risks, and maintain compliance with regulatory requirements.

6. Team Leadership: Supervise and mentor accounting staff, providing guidance, support, and training to foster professional development and ensure high performance levels within the team.

Who you are…

• CA/CPA or relevant professional certification preferred.
• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, with at least 2 years in a supervisory or managerial role.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP principles, financial reporting standards, and accounting software systems mainly NetSuite.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial modeling techniques; experience with data analysis tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI) is a plus.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills, with a keen attention to detail and accuracy.
• Effective communication and interpersonal abilities, with the capacity to collaborate cross-functionally and interact with stakeholders at all levels.
• Proven leadership capabilities, with a track record of leading and developing high-performing teams in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.