Anthropic is hiring: Infrastructure Accounting in San Francisco

About Anthropic Anthropic’s mission is to create reliable, interpretable, and steerable AI systems. We want AI to be safe and beneficial for our users and for society as a whole. Our team is a quickly growing group of committed researchers, engineers, policy experts, and business leaders working together to build beneficial AI systems. About the Role We are seeking an Infrastructure Accounting professional to join our Accounting team at Anthropic. In this role, you will design, implement and oversee the financial accounting and reporting for all costs and accounting matters related to cloud infrastructure and infrastructure assets. As we continue to scale, you will play a crucial role in ensuring accurate financial reporting while working cross-functionally to drive process improvements and provide financial insights that support strategic decision-making. This role will report to the Head of Infrastructure Accounting. If you are looking for an opportunity to make a significant impact on the financial infrastructure of an innovative AI company, come join us in our mission to build cutting-edge, safe AI. Responsibilities Own end-to-end financial accounting and reporting for compute and infrastructure costs, ensuring accurate classification and allocation between Cost of Revenue and OpEx for hosting costs Partner with technical accounting teams to assess infrastructure expenditures for proper classification as capital expenditures or capital leases under ASC 842, ensuring compliance with financial reporting requirements Manage accounting for infrastructure assets, including depreciation schedules, impairment assessments, and asset lifecycle tracking Ensure timely month-end and quarter-end accounting for all infrastructure-related transactions Drive improvements in data quality by working cross-functionally with internal and external stakeholders to solve problems with big data and complex cost allocation methodologies Partner closely with Finance & Strategy and Capital Infrastructure teams to drive analysis and build financial models that inform decisions around compute capacity planning, efficiency initiatives, and cost optimization Build scalable processes and automated solutions to support rapid growth while maintaining strong controls and data integrity Collaborate with engineering and infrastructure teams to understand technical requirements and translate them into financial implications Develop scalable operational processes to execute complex accounting classifications efficiently in a high-growth environment Analyze large infrastructure cost datasets to identify trends, variances, and opportunities for process improvement Serve as the primary liaison with external auditors for compute, infrastructure costs, and related capital assets Assist in the preparation of financial reports, supporting schedules, and management presentations related to infrastructure investments You May Be a Good Fit If You Have 10+ years of progressive experience in accounting, with operational experience in technology companies and infrastructure asset management Hold a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance, CPA or equivalent preferred Have extensive experience with complex infrastructure subject matter, capital lease accounting under ASC 842, and infrastructure asset accounting Demonstrate expertise in analyzing and solving problems with big data, including large compute cost datasets Have experience working in a fast-paced startup environment with the builder mindset to turn messy or ambiguous workflows into streamlined processes Exhibit strong organizational and analytical abilities with exceptional attention to detail and commitment to accuracy Are proficient in financial systems, data visualization tools, and database querying technologies Have the ability to translate technical concepts into financial implications and accounting requirements Demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate effectively across teams Show experience partnering with Finance & Strategy teams and infrastructure/capital planning functions Strong Candidates May Also Have SQL skills for querying, analyzing, and reporting on large infrastructure cost datasets Possess deep understanding of technical accounting concepts including ASC 842 lease accounting, asset capitalization, and depreciation methodologies Be comfortable with handling ambiguity and working with minimal supervision in complex technical environments Show genuine curiosity about technology, artificial intelligence, and cloud infrastructure Have experience with cloud computing cost structures and infrastructure asset optimization Demonstrated proficiency with AI-assisted tools and automation for enhancing data analysis and optimizing financial reporting workflows Excel at cross-functional collaboration, particularly with technical teams and strategic finance functions Display a passion for continuous learning, process improvement, and solving complex accounting challenges with innovative solutions Have experience with consumption-based business models and their associated accounting complexities Compensation and Logistics The expected base compensation for this position is below. Our total compensation package for full-time employees includes equity, benefits, and may include incentive compensation. Annual Salary: $190,000 - $230,000 USD Education requirements: We require at least a Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent experience. Location-based hybrid policy: Currently, we expect all staff to be in one of our offices at least 25% of the time. However, some roles may require more time in our offices. Visa sponsorship: We do sponsor visas. If we make you an offer, we will make every reasonable effort to get you a visa, and we retain an immigration lawyer to help with this. We encourage you to apply even if you do not believe you meet every single qualification. Not all strong candidates will meet every single qualification as listed. We strive to include a range of diverse perspectives on our team. How We’re Different We believe that the highest-impact AI research will be big science. At Anthropic we work as a single cohesive team on large-scale research efforts and value impact — advancing our long-term goals of steerable, trustworthy AI. We value communication skills and collaborative work, with frequent discussions to ensure we pursue the highest-impact work. Read our recent research to understand our directions. Inquiries about AI usage policy: Learn about our policy for using AI in our application process. Anthropic is a public benefit corporation headquartered in San Francisco. We offer competitive compensation and benefits, optional equity donation matching, generous vacation and parental leave, flexible working hours, and a collaborative office environment. Equal Opportunity Employer : We encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply. #J-18808-Ljbffr