Commure
Senior Manager, Technical Accounting & Reporting
Commure, San Francisco, California, United States, 94102
Technical Accounting Leadership
Lead the evaluation, documentation, and implementation of accounting policies for complex areas, including: Business combinations and purchase accounting Equity and stock-based compensation Goodwill and intangible assets (including impairment analyses) Deferred commissions Lease accounting Debt instruments and warrant liabilities Royalties, fixed assets, and expense classification Prepare technical accounting memos to support conclusions and ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP. Monitor emerging accounting standards and assess their impact on the company. Audit & External Reporting
Serve as the primary liaison with external auditors, managing the annual audit process from PBC list creation to final deliverables. Own the preparation and review of financial statement disclosures in accordance with U.S. GAAP. Coordinate with internal teams to ensure audit readiness for all significant accounting areas. Lead key IPO readiness initiatives, including: Designing and implementing SOX-compliant processes and controls for significant accounting areas Drafting and refining financial statement footnotes and management discussion materials Tax Compliance & Coordination
Oversee the preparation and filing of all federal, state, and local tax returns (in partnership with external advisors). Manage income tax provision calculations and disclosures in compliance with ASC 740. Monitor and communicate changes in tax laws that may affect the business Cross-Functional Collaboration
Partner with Legal on contract terms that impact accounting treatment. Support FP&A in understanding technical accounting impacts on forecasts and budgets. Work closely with the Controller and other accounting leaders to ensure seamless month-end and quarter-end close processes. What You Have
8+ years of progressive accounting experience, including audit, technical accounting advisory, and in-house technical accounting experience Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA required Demonstrated expertise in multiple complex accounting areas (business combinations, equity comp, goodwill, leases, debt, etc.). Experience leading external audits, preparing U.S. GAAP financial statements, and building SOX-compliant processes Excellent technical writing skills for preparing clear, concise accounting memos. Ability to manage multiple, changing priorities in a fast-paced, high-growth environment. Strong relationship-building skills and the ability to influence cross-functional stakeholders. Exceptional communication, influence, and stakeholder management skills - proven ability to partner in a cross-functional deal desk Comfortable in a fast-paced, scaling private company environment Experience in SaaS, software, and/or healthcare tech is preferred Cultural Expectations
At Commure, success comes from: Acting with urgency and accountability
delivering results quickly without compromising accuracy or compliance Partnering across functions to proactively identify and resolve high-impact challenges Building solutions that are both effective today and scalable for tomorrow, especially with IPO-readiness in mind Leading with collaboration, empathy, and a commitment to our mission Thriving in an environment where priorities can shift quickly, and adaptability is key Why you'll love working at Commure + Athelas: Highly Driven Team:
We work hard and fast for exceptional results, knowing we're doing mission-driven work to transform the country's largest sector. Strong Backing:
We are backed by top investors including General Catalyst, Sequoia, Y Combinator, Lux, Human Capital, 8VC, Greenoaks Capital and Elad Gil. Incredible Growth:
Prior to our merger, Commure and Athelas had independently grown more than 500% YoY for three consecutive years. We've achieved Series D funding, have an industry-leading runway, and continue to scale rapidly. Competitive Benefits:
Flexible PTO (pending specific geographical locations), medical, dental, vision, maternity and paternity leave. Note that benefits are subject to change and may vary based on jurisdiction. Commure + Athelas is committed to creating and fostering a diverse team. We are open to all backgrounds and levels of experience, and believe that great people can always find a place. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to all applicants throughout the application process.
Lead the evaluation, documentation, and implementation of accounting policies for complex areas, including: Business combinations and purchase accounting Equity and stock-based compensation Goodwill and intangible assets (including impairment analyses) Deferred commissions Lease accounting Debt instruments and warrant liabilities Royalties, fixed assets, and expense classification Prepare technical accounting memos to support conclusions and ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP. Monitor emerging accounting standards and assess their impact on the company. Audit & External Reporting
Serve as the primary liaison with external auditors, managing the annual audit process from PBC list creation to final deliverables. Own the preparation and review of financial statement disclosures in accordance with U.S. GAAP. Coordinate with internal teams to ensure audit readiness for all significant accounting areas. Lead key IPO readiness initiatives, including: Designing and implementing SOX-compliant processes and controls for significant accounting areas Drafting and refining financial statement footnotes and management discussion materials Tax Compliance & Coordination
Oversee the preparation and filing of all federal, state, and local tax returns (in partnership with external advisors). Manage income tax provision calculations and disclosures in compliance with ASC 740. Monitor and communicate changes in tax laws that may affect the business Cross-Functional Collaboration
Partner with Legal on contract terms that impact accounting treatment. Support FP&A in understanding technical accounting impacts on forecasts and budgets. Work closely with the Controller and other accounting leaders to ensure seamless month-end and quarter-end close processes. What You Have
8+ years of progressive accounting experience, including audit, technical accounting advisory, and in-house technical accounting experience Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA required Demonstrated expertise in multiple complex accounting areas (business combinations, equity comp, goodwill, leases, debt, etc.). Experience leading external audits, preparing U.S. GAAP financial statements, and building SOX-compliant processes Excellent technical writing skills for preparing clear, concise accounting memos. Ability to manage multiple, changing priorities in a fast-paced, high-growth environment. Strong relationship-building skills and the ability to influence cross-functional stakeholders. Exceptional communication, influence, and stakeholder management skills - proven ability to partner in a cross-functional deal desk Comfortable in a fast-paced, scaling private company environment Experience in SaaS, software, and/or healthcare tech is preferred Cultural Expectations
At Commure, success comes from: Acting with urgency and accountability
delivering results quickly without compromising accuracy or compliance Partnering across functions to proactively identify and resolve high-impact challenges Building solutions that are both effective today and scalable for tomorrow, especially with IPO-readiness in mind Leading with collaboration, empathy, and a commitment to our mission Thriving in an environment where priorities can shift quickly, and adaptability is key Why you'll love working at Commure + Athelas: Highly Driven Team:
We work hard and fast for exceptional results, knowing we're doing mission-driven work to transform the country's largest sector. Strong Backing:
We are backed by top investors including General Catalyst, Sequoia, Y Combinator, Lux, Human Capital, 8VC, Greenoaks Capital and Elad Gil. Incredible Growth:
Prior to our merger, Commure and Athelas had independently grown more than 500% YoY for three consecutive years. We've achieved Series D funding, have an industry-leading runway, and continue to scale rapidly. Competitive Benefits:
Flexible PTO (pending specific geographical locations), medical, dental, vision, maternity and paternity leave. Note that benefits are subject to change and may vary based on jurisdiction. Commure + Athelas is committed to creating and fostering a diverse team. We are open to all backgrounds and levels of experience, and believe that great people can always find a place. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to all applicants throughout the application process.