Head of Technical Accounting and Reporting

Harvey

Head of technical accounting and reporting for Harvey, an enterprise AI platform transforming legal and professional services. Owning GAAP reporting, controls, complex transactions, and IPO readiness in a fast-growing SaaS environment.

Posted 8/5/2026full-timeSan Francisco • California • 🇺🇸 United StatesLead💰 $224,000 - $336,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in U.S. GAAP and IFRS, with a strong focus on technical accounting, financial reporting, and internal controls within a SaaS environment. Proven ability to lead IPO readiness efforts and develop scalable accounting policies and procedures.

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U.S. GAAP ExpertiseCPA CertificationTechnical Accounting ResearchInternal Controls and SOX ComplianceIPO Readiness Experience

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Hard Skills

Financial ReportingTechnical AccountingAccounting Policies DevelopmentRevenue RecognitionInternal Controls DesignComplex Transaction AnalysisFinancial Statement PreparationAccounting Memo PreparationPublic Company ReportingMonth-End Close Processes

Soft Skills

Analytical SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsWritten CommunicationVerbal CommunicationAttention to Detail

Certifications & Qualifications

CPA

Industry Keywords

SaaSBig 4 ExperienceHigh-Growth EnvironmentIFRSASC 606Equity CompensationBusiness CombinationsLeasesStakeholder CommunicationFinancial Analysis

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Own technical accounting, financial reporting, and internal controls in a multi-product SaaS environment
Research and document complex accounting positions under U.S. GAAP and, where applicable, IFRS
Prepare technical accounting memos for significant and non-routine transactions
Partner with Product, Sales, Legal, Partnerships, Corporate Accounting, Revenue Accounting, and StratFin teams
Assess accounting implications of new products, pricing structures, partnerships, contracts, and commercial arrangements
Monitor and implement new accounting standards and communicate impacts to stakeholders
Partner with external auditors and technical accounting consultants
Own accounting policies and related controls
Prepare and review internal and external financial statements and footnote disclosures
Design, implement, and maintain scalable internal controls for future public-company readiness and SOX compliance
Lead IPO-readiness technical accounting and reporting workstreams
Support month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes
Develop accounting policies and procedures
Prepare reporting and analysis for senior leadership, the board, investors, and lenders

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
CPA required
15+ years of progressive accounting experience
Combination of public accounting and industry experience
Big 4 experience preferred
Deep, current expertise in U.S. GAAP, including ASC 606 revenue recognition
Working knowledge of IFRS
SaaS, technology, or high-growth environment experience strongly preferred
Experience with technical accounting research and technical memos for complex, non-routine transactions
Working knowledge of internal controls and SOX
Experience supporting IPO readiness or public-company reporting is a strong plus
Strong understanding of business combinations, equity and stock-based compensation, leases, and revenue recognition
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to build scalable processes and controls in an evolving environment
High ownership, integrity, and attention to detail

Benefits

Comp & perks

Equity plan
Bonus eligibility
Comprehensive health, dental and vision coverage
Retirement benefits with 401(k) match up to 4%
Flexible PTO
Opportunity for professional, personal, and financial growth
Reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities