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Anthropic

Technical Accounting

Anthropic, San Francisco, California, United States, 94199

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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 a well‑experienced Technical Accountant to join our Finance team. In this role, you will serve as the company’s foremost accounting authority in specific areas of responsibility, providing strategic guidance on complex accounting matters while building and leading cross‑functional projects. You will partner closely with Finance, Legal, Product, Tax, Treasury, and Business Operations teams to assess accounting treatment for novel business models and transactions and work directly with external auditors to drive continuous improvement of our accounting infrastructure.

In This Role, You Will

Serve as one of the company’s principal technical accounting authority, advising on revenue recognition, equity transactions, leases, business combinations, and emerging issues.

Partner with business teams to assess accounting implications of new products, business models, partnerships, and strategic transactions before they are executed.

Embed with functional teams across the organization to provide real‑time accounting consultation and build strong working relationships.

Foster a culture of excellence, continuous learning, and collaboration.

Establish and maintain comprehensive accounting policies, procedures, and technical accounting memos that ensure compliance with US GAAP and SEC requirements.

Lead the evaluation and implementation of new or revised accounting standards, including impact assessments, policy development, and cross‑functional education.

Oversee the preparation of technical accounting documentation for quarterly and annual financial statements, including footnote disclosures and supporting schedules.

Serve as the primary liaison with external auditors for technical accounting matters, coordinating audit responses and driving timely resolution of audit inquiries.

Drive automation and process improvements across the technical accounting function, leveraging technology to enhance efficiency and scalability.

Present technical accounting findings and recommendations to senior leadership, distilling complex matters into clear, actionable insights.

Monitor regulatory developments and industry trends, proactively identifying potential impacts on the company’s accounting and financial reporting.

Support special projects including system implementations, internal control enhancements, and other initiatives as needed.

Develop talent across the broader finance organization through training, mentorship, and technical accounting guidance.

You May Be a Good Fit If You

Have 12+ years of progressive accounting experience with at least 4‑6 years in leadership roles or significant cross‑functional collaboration.

Hold an active CPA license.

Have significant Big 4 accounting firm experience, including time in a national office or professional practice group in a technical capacity.

Have substantial in‑house experience at high‑growth technology companies, preferably with increasing responsibility.

Possess deep expertise in US GAAP and SEC accounting and reporting requirements, with proven ability to research and document complex accounting conclusions.

Have a track record of autonomously navigating large, matrixed organizations and influencing stakeholders at all levels.

Demonstrate exceptional written and verbal communication skills; able to explain complex accounting concepts to both accounting and non‑accounting audiences.

Excel at both strategic thinking and hands‑on technical work.

Have experience building and developing high‑performing teams.

Are proficient with accounting systems (NetSuite preferred) and advanced Excel capabilities.

Possess strong project management and organizational skills.

Are comfortable working in fast‑paced, ambiguous environments with evolving priorities.

Take a proactive, solutions‑oriented approach to problem‑solving.

Strong Candidates May Also

Have expertise in one or more specialized areas such as:

Revenue recognition (ASC 606) for SaaS, consumption‑based, and API business models

Stock‑based compensation (ASC 718) and equity structures

Business combinations and M&A accounting (ASC 805, 810)

Leases (ASC 842) and complex real‑estate transactions

Fair value measurement (ASC 820) and financial instruments (ASC 815, 825) including hedging programs

Software development costs (ASC 350‑40) and intangible assets

Have implemented accounting for novel or emerging business models in technology.

Demonstrate expertise in SOX compliance and internal controls over financial reporting.

Possess the ability to anticipate accounting implications of product and business strategy.

Have a track record of building scalable processes during periods of rapid growth.

Excel at balancing technical rigor with pragmatic business solutions.

Have experience coaching team members through technical accounting challenges.

Are passionate about leveraging technology to enhance accounting operations.

Compensation Annual Salary: $230,000—$300,000 USD. The total compensation package for full‑time employees includes equity, benefits, and may include incentive compensation.

Location and Logistics We require a Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent experience. Location‑based hybrid policy: staff should be in one of our offices at least 25% of the time. Visa sponsorship is available; we will make every reasonable effort to secure a visa if an offer is extended.

Application Process Deadline to apply: None. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

We encourage you to apply even if you do not meet every single qualification. We believe diverse perspectives are essential to our mission.

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