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Graphcore · 2 weeks ago

Senior Finance Manager - US

Austin, Texas, United States

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$159K/yr - $215K/yr

8+ years exp

Graphcore is a company focused on building the future of AI compute, backed by the SoftBank Group. They are seeking a Senior Finance Manager to establish their US entity, overseeing financial operations, compliance, and reporting while collaborating with the global finance team.

AI InfrastructureArtificial Intelligence (AI)Machine LearningSemiconductor

Comp. & Benefits

Responsibilities

Own all US entity financial reporting and compliance, ensuring accuracy and compliance with local and group accounting policies

Maintain the general ledger, post journal entries, and complete month-end close activities (accruals, payroll entries, intercompany transactions)

Prepare monthly, quarterly, and financial reports for consolidation into UK parent company for group reporting

Input into the annual budgeting process for the US entity operations

Manage the treasury operations for the US entity including cashflow forecasting and payment processing (Vendors and payroll)

Coordinate with external tax advisors to ensure compliance with US federal, state, and local tax requirements including preparation of the corporate income tax returns

Working with the US PEO and the people team, manage the US payroll activities

Support external group audits as required

Manage accounts payable, expense management and purchasing workflows

Proactive support to senior leaders in the US to support the operations of the business

Provide financial guidance on hiring plans, compensation, vendor negotiations, capital expenditure, and site operations

Implement and enforce Company policies on travel, expenses and other areas of spending after localizing as appropriate. Ensure policies and procedures are appropriate as the US entity grows

In conjunction with UK implement and keep current Insurance policies as appropriate for local needs within the US entity

Act as the financial liaison to the UK Group Finance team, offering clear communication and analytical support

Qualification

Qualified AccountantFinancial ReportingTax ComplianceFinance SystemsCashflow ForecastingWorkflow ManagementCommunicationRelationship BuildingAdaptability

Required

Qualified Accountant with 8+ years of prior experience ideally working in a similar role in a scaling engineering / technology environment

Experienced in the use of finance systems (Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central is a bonus), extracting and manipulating data and excellent IT skills including MS Office suite

Ability to work independently as the sole member of the finance function in the US with remote support from group finance function in the UK

Proven ability to manage workflows, prioritise effectively, and deliver high-quality outcomes under time pressure

Excellent communication and relationship-building skills across cultures and time zones

Comfortable with ambiguity and change – able to build structure while scaling rapidly

Exposure to setting up or supporting new entities or international offices