Cerebras · 21 hours ago
Senior External Reporting & Technical Accountant
Sunnyvale, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expCerebras Systems builds the world's largest AI chip, providing industry-leading training and inference speeds for machine learning applications. The Senior External Reporting & Technical Accountant will support SEC reporting matters and collaborate with various teams to ensure accurate financial reporting and compliance with accounting standards.
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Responsibilities
Assist with periodic filings with the SEC and other external reports, including financial statement preparation, related footnotes, management discussion and analysis, and other applicable reporting obligations
Monitor developments at SEC and FASB for potential impacts on accounting or disclosure, communicate potential impacts to the business, and support any related system developments or process improvements
Support the SEC reporting process to ensure completeness and accuracy of financial statement footnote disclosures and assist in maintaining effective internal controls over financial reporting
Develop and maintain relationships across functions, including business operations, general accounting, tax, treasury, legal and HR to ensure timely communication and review of reporting matters
Work with external auditors on reviews of SEC filings and disclosures, responding to audit inquiries and providing supporting documentation as needed
Perform special projects or tasks, including technical accounting research and analysis in support of the broader team
Research, document memos, record technical accounting matters as they arise and prepare journal entries for complex accounting transactions
Analyze and interpret new accounting standards and SEC regulations, research and document appropriate accounting treatment related to various business transactions
Participate in the implementation of SOX controls over financial reporting and assist in developing procedures over financial reporting accuracy
Work closely with the stock administrator and perform stock compensation accounting for share-based awards, including stock options, Restricted stock, ESPP by performing the valuation of compensation granted, calculation of monthly expense, and all related compensation disclosure requirements
Research new disclosures and FASB accounting standards updates and work with external auditors on appropriate disclosure requirements
Provide technical accounting support to the Senior External Reporting & Technical Accounting Manager in fulfilling control obligations
Qualification
Required
5+ years of combined experience at a Big 4 accounting firm and SEC reporting at a public company
CPA license, or equivalent (active preferred)
Proficiency in financial reporting and accounting tools such as Workiva and NetSuite
Strong knowledge of accounting standards and disclosure requirements under US GAAP and SEC regulations
Experience with public companies in the technology industry
Excellent quantitative and analytical skills accompanied by strong verbal and written communication skills
Strong project management, leadership, relationship development and stakeholder management skills
Results orientation, with the ability to work on a fast-paced team, adapt to rapidly changing situations and conditions, and demonstrate a drive and bias for action
Strong communication and interpersonal skills; concise communication when speaking to senior leadership
Motivation to learn and grow and develop knowledge of unfamiliar areas
Company
Cerebras
Cerebras Systems is the world's fastest AI inference. We are powering the future of generative AI.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$1.82BKey Investors
Alpha Wave VenturesVy CapitalCoatue
2025-12-03Secondary Market
2025-09-30Series G· $1.1B
2024-09-27Series Unknown
Leadership Team
Andrew Feldman
Founder and CEO
Jean-Philippe Fricker
Chief System Architect and Co-Founder
Recent News
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