Senior Accounting Manager

About Us

Temporal is an open source programming model that can simplify code, make applications more reliable, and help developers focus on the important things like delivering features faster. We are on a mission to be the reliable foundation of every developer’s toolbox, and are building the team that will make that happen.

Our values guide us —they are present in how we show up, make decisions, and work together to make an impact. We’re curious, driven, collaborative, genuine and humble.

Temporal is growing and we are looking for those who share our values, challenge 'standard' thinking, and want to influence our future. If you have a passion for improving the developer experience, building world-class open-source software and communities, and want to be a part of our amazing team, we'd love to hear from you!

Summary

We are seeking a Senior Accounting Manager to play a key leadership role in scaling our accounting function during a period of rapid growth and organizational transformation. This position will oversee core day to day accounting operations, ensure the integrity of financial reporting, and help build scalable processes that support our usage-based SaaS revenue model.  

The ideal candidate combines hands-on technical accounting expertise with strong leadership and process improvement skills. This is an exciting opportunity to help shape the accounting infrastructure of a high-growth technology company while mentoring a developing team.

What You’ll Do

• Lead and manage the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes, ensuring timely and accurate financial statements in accordance with U.S. GAAP.
• Prepare and review financial statements, management reports, and supporting analyses.
• Oversee general ledger accounting, account reconciliations, accruals, and journal entries.
• Manage the implementation and optimization of NetSuite (and related system integrations) to drive automation and efficiency.
• Develop, document, and maintain accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls.
• Lead the implementation of new accounting standards and ongoing compliance of technical accounting standards, including ASC 606, ASC 842, ASC 350, ASC 340-40, ASC 718 and ASC 326.
• Draft technical accounting memos documenting our polices, significant judgments, and conclusions.
• Oversee quarterly and annual tax compliance including federal, state, and local filings.
• Collaborate on international tax compliance, transfer pricing, and permanent establishment analysis as we expand globally.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with FP&A, Legal, HR, and Operations to ensure accuracy in financial reporting.
• Lead and mentor accounting members through a period of organizational change, fostering a culture of accountability, growth, and continuous improvement. Cross-train team members to build depth and coverage across all accounting functions.
• Prepare audit-ready workpapers and serve as key point of contact in external audits.
• Partner with leadership to enhance forecasting, cash management, and strategic financial initiatives.
• Help drive the evolution of accounting systems and processes to support rapid growth and increased transaction volume.
• Lead or support special projects, including implementation of process automations and AI tools to scale operations efficiently.
• Build scalable processes and controls that support audit readiness and future SOX compliance.

What We’re Looking For

• 7–10+ years of progressive accounting experience with at least 3 years in a management role
• CPA required; Big 4 public accounting experience required
• Experience in SaaS or usage-based revenue model required
• Deep understanding of US GAAP and general accounting principles
• Strong technical accounting research and writing skills—you can draft a clear, well-supported memo
• Experience with high-growth environments and building scalable accounting processes.
• Advanced proficiency in Excel and experience with NetSuite required
• Ability to thrive in fast-paced, evolving, and collaborative environment
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills

Compensation

• The estimated pay range for this role is $142,000 - $210,000.
• This role is eligible to participate in Temporal's equity plan

Compensation ranges reflect salary and commission compensation (when applicable) across several geographic markets. Employment offers carefully consider multiple factors, including prior experience, knowledge, expertise, skillset, market location, and job level assessed during the interview process.

Employee benefits and perks below are for full-time employees, part-time or temporary positions are excluded. 

U.S. Benefits 

• Unlimited PTO, 12 Holidays + 2 Floating Holidays
• 100% Premiums Coverage for Medical, Dental, and Vision
• AD&D, LT & ST Disability, and Life Insurance (Standard & Supplemental Available)
• Empower 401K Plan
• Additional Perks for Learning & Development, Lifestyle Spending, In-Home Office Setup, Professional Memberships, WFH Meals, Internet Stipend and more!

International Benefits

Paid Time Off (PTO) and Benefits outside the United States vary by country, and are issued in partnership with Remote.com.  Additionally, Temporal offers perks to all international employees for learning & career development, a lifestyle spending account, in-home office setup (in addition to company-issued hardware), professional memberships, work-from-home meals, and access to the Calm app for mental wellness.

Travel

Temporal is a globally distributed, collaborative team that values opportunities for in-person connection. Occasional travel may be required for company events, team offsites, and other meaningful moments that bring us together.

Additional Perks 

• $3,600 / Year Work from Home Meals 
• $1,800 / Year Professional Enrichment (Career Development & Professional Memberships)
• $1,200 / Year Lifestyle Spending Account
• $1,000 / Year In-Home Office Setup (In addition to Temporal issued equipment - laptop, monitor, keyboard, mouse, trackpad, and extension power cable at no cost to you)
• $74 / Month Reimbursement for Internet
• Calm App Subscription for Mental Health & Wellness

Temporal Technologies is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Temporal Technologies does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need. We embrace and celebrate differences and diversity.

Temporal is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. If you need to request a reasonable accommodation, please let your Recruiter know so we can assist.

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