Director, Technical Accounting

CoreWeave is a specialized cloud provider, delivering a massive scale of GPU compute resources on top of the industry's fastest and most flexible infrastructure. CoreWeave builds cloud solutions for compute intensive use cases — VFX and rendering, machine learning and AI, batch processing, and Pixel Streaming — that are up to 35 times faster and 80% less expensive than the large, generalized public clouds. Learn more at www.coreweave.com.

CoreWeave is searching for a Director, Technical Accounting. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in technical accounting, excellent written and analytical skills, and the ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment. This role will ensure compliance with accounting standards, provide technical accounting guidance, and support the company's financial reporting process, technical accounting, and reporting function.

Key responsibilities:

• Provide technical accounting guidance and support for complex transactions and new business initiatives, such as debt/equity financing, customer contracts, business combinations, and investment accounting, including embedded derivatives analysis.
• Write technical accounting memos for complex transactions, including but not limited to ASC 842, ASC360, ASC 606, ASC 805, ASC 470, ASC 718, ASC815, and ASC323.
• Research, interpret, and implement accounting standards and regulations (GAAP, IFRS)
• Develop, write, and maintain accounting policies and procedures
• Work closely with other departments (e.g., Revenue, FP&A, Tax, Legal) to provide accounting expertise and support
• Serve as a liaison and work with external auditors on technical accounting matters.
• Work with external valuation specialists to ensure complex transaction valuations are completed on a timely basis, including managing all inputs used in those valuations: derivatives valuation, 409A, special transaction valuations, etc.
• Foster a collaborative and high-performance culture within the accounting and finance team.
• Lead, mentor, and develop team members, providing training and development opportunities.
• Monitor the issuance of new FASB pronouncements, advise management of trends and changes in reporting requirements, and recommend and implement the best approach for any changes in reporting.
• Manage and perform ad hoc accounting research that supports accounting consultations for business transactions.
• Lead M&A due diligence and prepare work papers and memos according to ASC805.
• Work with the internal team to implement accounting policies and ensure compliance with internal control and SOX.
• Assist other teams with ad hoc accounting and reporting needs.
  
  

Requirements:

• A master's or bachelor's degree in accounting or finance, CPA is required.
• 10+ years of experience in leading technical accounting, including public accounting (Big Four experience preferred)
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, SEC regulations, and financial reporting requirements.
• Proven ability to research and interpret complex accounting issues.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present technical information clearly and concisely.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail.
• Experience with ERP systems such as Netsuite and financial reporting tools.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience with IFRS and international accounting standards.
• Prior experience in a technology or software company.
• Strong project management skills and the ability to drive initiatives to completion.
  
  

Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $205,000/year in our lowest geographic market up to $240,000/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

Hybrid Workplace

Successful candidates will be expected to attend onboarding training at our NJ Headquarters for up to 2 weeks within their first month of employment, with subsequent quarterly travel requirements of 1 week duration.

If you reside within a 30-mile radius of our New Jersey, New York, Philadelphia, Sunnyvale or Bellevue offices, we're excited for you to join us at the office at least three times a week, recognizing the significance we place on fostering connections, collaboration, and creativity within our office culture. Our commitment to operating as a hybrid workplace underscores our dedication to enabling our employees to tailor their work-life balance to their individual preferences

Why CoreWeave?

At CoreWeave, we work hard, have fun, and move fast! We're in an exciting stage of hyper-growth that you will not want to miss out on. We're not afraid of a little chaos, and we're constantly learning. Our team cares deeply about how we build our product and how we work together, which is represented through our core values:

• Be Curious at your Core
• Act like an Owner
• Empower Employees
• Deliver Best In-Class Client Experience
• Achieve More Together
  
  

We support and encourage an entrepreneurial outlook and independent thinking. We foster an environment that encourages collaboration and provides the opportunity to develop innovative solutions to complex problems. As we get set for take off, the growth opportunities within the organization are constantly expanding. You will be surrounded by some of the best talent in the industry, who will want to learn from you, too. Come join us!

Benefits

We offer a competitive salary and benefits, including:

• Medical, dental and vision insurance - 100% paid for the employee
• Company paid Life Insurance
• Voluntary supplemental life insurance
• Short and long-term disability insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Mental Wellness Benefits through Spring Health
• Family-Forming support provided by Carrot
• Paid Parental Leave
• Flexible, full-service childcare support with Kinside
• 401(k) with a generous employer match
• Flexible PTO
• Catered lunch each day in our offices
• A casual work environment
• Work culture focused on innovative disruption
  
  

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CoreWeave is an equal opportunity employer, committed to fostering an inclusive and supportive workplace. All qualified applicants and candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information.

As part of this commitment and consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), CoreWeave will ensure that qualified applicants and candidates with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations for the hiring process, unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact: careers@coreweave.com.