Sr. Accounting Manager

CoreWeave is searching for a Sr. Accounting Manager or Director of Accounting (depending on experience) who will be excited to take on new challenges for a company rapidly approaching IPO. The candidate will have exposure to every aspect of CoreWeave’s accounting function and will take a leadership role in building the team out in preparation for a public transaction.

About the role: 

• Prepare the Company for a near-term IPO transaction by improving internal controls with an eye toward SOX compliance 

• Drive constant improvement of accounting policies while writing & updating the relevant memos for Revenue, Expenses, PPE, Equity, Leases, Debt, Investments, etc. 

• Interpret new accounting guidance and implement necessary changes to align with business operations 

• Write technical accounting memos for complex transactions: Equity, Debt, Business Combination, etc. 

• Review complex customer contracts to verify revenue recognition, billing schedules, and deferred revenue

• Assemble consolidated financial statements from multiple subsidiary entities with limited controller oversight, including both indirect and direct cash flow statements

• Manage annual financial statements audit at PCAOB level of scrutiny; interact with external auditors and manage internal team to ensure on-time delivery PBC items 

• Drive month-end close to <5 business days

• Oversee AP/AR, General Ledger, and support the Controller in technical accounting matters and the CFO in cash flow management & forecasting 

• Work with staff to ensure monthly FS variances are explained and discrepancies are addressed

• Review Balance Sheet reconciliations and roll-forwards to ensure all BS items are reconciled on a monthly basis

• Accelerate the professional growth of junior and mid-career accounting staff

• Review, edit, and approve junior and mid-career accountants’ work to ensure proper accounting treatment and allocation of expenses to various departments

• Work with external tax consultants to provide relevant information for tax filings & tax provisions, and collaborate with Controller/General Counsel/HR Manager to ensure compliance with state & local filing obligations 

• Assist Controller and CFO with ad hoc reporting and financial analysis

Your Experience:

• 12+ years of experience with a demonstrated passion for conquering accounting challenges and bringing order from chaos 

• Superlative technical accounting & analytical skills, which allow you to connect the problematic dots and form holistic, scalable solutions 

• Strong communication, organizational, and leadership skills 

• CPA strongly preferred 

• Ability to multitask and stay organized yet remain flexible in a fast and dynamic work environment 

• NetSuite accounting software experience is a plus, with an understanding of Procure to Pay, Order to Cash, and Revenue Recognition modules

• Leadership/mentorship mentality that inspires a strong attention to detail among junior and mid-career accounting staff

• Data-driven with a strong analytical mindset

• Proactive with the ability to anticipate and avoid problems before they arise 

• Embrace positivity: you find ways to move forward from challenges stronger and happier 

• Ability to work from home with a reliable internet connection and distraction-free environment

Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $135,000/year in our lowest geographic market up to $175,000/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.