What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Accounting Manager position at Typeface?
About the Role
We are looking for a highly driven and detail-oriented Senior Accounting Manager to lead core accounting operations and help scale a best-in-class finance function. This role will own key accounting processes including AP, AR, month-end close, and international subsidiary accounting, while also managing outsourced accounting partners and supporting audit readiness.
This is a hands-on role for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys building structure, improving processes, and ensuring financial accuracy across a growing global organization. This is a key hire who will play a critical role in scaling our accounting function.
How You'll Make Impact
- Own and oversee day-to-day core accounting operations, including general ledger activities, timely and accurate transaction recording and reconciliations
- Manage and improve Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable processes
- Maintain strong internal controls and accounting policies
- Lead the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes and ensure close timelines are met with high accuracy and consistency
- Partner cross-functionally to gather and validate financial data
- Oversee accounting for our India subsidiary, with potential to support additional international entities as we expand
- Coordinate with local service providers and advisors to ensure compliance with local accounting standards and regulatory requirements
- Support audit readiness efforts, including preparing reconciliations, schedules, and supporting documentation; ensure financial records and workpapers are complete, accurate, and audit-ready
- Coordinate with external auditors and respond to audit requests
- Assist in implementing audit recommendations and improving controls
- Identify opportunities to streamline processes and automate workflows
- Help scale accounting infrastructure and systems as the company grows
- Drive continuous improvement in reporting accuracy and efficiency
What You'll Bring
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (CPA preferred)
- 7 years of progressive accounting experience, including public and/or industry experience
- Strong knowledge of US GAAP (and exposure to international accounting is a plus)
- Proven experience managing month-end close in a fast-paced environment
- Hands-on experience with AP, AR, and general ledger accounting
- Experience working with international subsidiaries (India experience a plus, not required)
- Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and ownership mindset
- Excellent communication skills and ability to partner cross-functionally
- Experience with ERP and spend-management systems (e.g., QuickBooks, NetSuite, Bill.com, Brex, and Ramp) preferred
Location
This is a hybrid role based in our Palo Alto HQ. We collaborate in-office 3 days a week.
Base Salary
The base salary range for this role is $130,000-$180,000. Actual compensation may vary based on level, experience, and skillset as assessed in the interview process.
Salary : $130,000 - $180,000