Cohere - Director of SEC Reporting and Technical Accounting
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Requirements
• If you are passionate about solving complex accounting challenges in a dynamic AI environment and want to join a team that values technical excellence and innovation, we encourage you to apply. • If some of the above doesn’t line up perfectly with your experience, we still encourage you to apply! • We value and celebrate diversity and strive to create an inclusive work environment for all. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and are committed to providing equal opportunities. Should you require any accommodations during the recruitment process, please submit an Accommodations Request Form, and we will work together to meet your needs. • Full-Time Employees at Cohere enjoy these Perks: • 🤝 An open and inclusive culture and work environment • 🧑💻 Work closely with a team on the cutting edge of AI research • 🍽 Weekly lunch stipend, in-office lunches & snacks • 🦷 Full health and dental benefits, including a separate budget to take care of your mental health • 🐣 100% Parental Leave top-up for up to 6 months • 🎨 Personal enrichment benefits towards arts and culture, fitness and well-being, quality time, and workspace improvement • 🏙 Remote-flexible, offices in Toronto, New York, San Francisco, London and Paris, as well as a co-working stipend • ✈️ 6 weeks of vacation (30 working days!)
Responsibilities
• Prepare, review, and coordinate S-1 registration statements for IPO readiness, working closely with legal counsel, underwriting teams and auditors • Lead all SEC reporting activities including preparation and filing of 10-K, 10-Q, and other required SEC documents • Serve as the primary technical accounting expert for complex transactions including stock-based compensation (ASC 718), lease accounting (ASC 842), and other specialized accounting areas • Partner cross-functionally on special projects including M&A accounting, system implementations, and process improvements • Develop and maintain comprehensive accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls at an enterprise level • Partner with external auditors and coordinate audit processes, ensuring alignment with company strategy • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to assess accounting treatment for new initiatives • Set department strategy and vision for SEC reporting and technical accounting functions • Drive continuous improvement of our accounting infrastructure and reporting capabilities • You may be a good fit if you: • Have a background in public accounting (Big 4 preferred) and an active CPA license or equivalent • Have 10+ years of progressive accounting experience, including public company experience at a senior level • Possess deep expertise in US GAAP and SEC rules and regulations • Have extensive hands-on experience with SEC reporting tools (Workiva, DFIN ActiveDisclosure, or similar) • Have proven experience in technical accounting research and complex transaction analysis • Have experience building accounting processes in a fast-paced technology environment, preferably at an AI company • Have strong executive presence and leadership skills • Take a proactive, solutions-oriented approach to problem-solving
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