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Lambda

Senior Associate – Technical Accounting

Lambda

. Lead technical accounting research and prepare memos for complex, non-routine transactions in accordance with U.S.

Posted 3/4/2026full-timeSan Jose • California • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $169,000 - $225,000 per yearWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies
ERP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Lead technical accounting research and prepare memos for complex, non-routine transactions in accordance with U.S. GAAP
  • Analyze accounting implications of significant transactions, including revenue, equity, debt, business combinations, leases, and stock-based compensation
  • Partner cross-functionally (Legal, Tax, FP&A, Treasury) to assess accounting impacts and provide guidance ahead of execution
  • Develop and maintain accounting policies; evaluate and implement new FASB and SEC guidance in preparation for public company readiness
  • Support IPO readiness efforts, including drafting technical disclosures, assisting with S-1/10-K preparation, and enhancing financial statement presentation
  • Assist with consolidated financial statement preparation, footnotes, and reporting package reviews to ensure accuracy and SEC compliance
  • Support external audits and SOX readiness by preparing documentation, strengthening controls, and improving close and reporting processes
  • Contribute to M&A, system implementations, and other strategic initiatives to support company growth

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
  • 4+ years of experience in technical accounting, preferably within a Big 4 firm and/or a publicly traded company
  • Active CPA required
  • Strong knowledge of the U.S. GAAP with experience analyzing complex and non-routine transactions (e.g., revenue recognition, leases, equity, debt, business combinations)
  • Proven ability to research accounting guidance and prepare clear, well-supported technical accounting memos
  • Understanding of SEC reporting and disclosure requirements
  • Experience partnering cross-functionally to assess accounting implications of business initiatives
  • Familiarity with ERP and reporting tools (e.g., NetSuite, Workiva)
  • Advanced Excel skills and strong analytical capabilities
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to translate technical guidance into practical recommendations
  • Detail-oriented, proactive, and comfortable operating in a fast-paced environment

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • Health, dental, and vision coverage for you and your dependents
  • Wellness and commuter stipends for select roles
  • 401k Plan with 2% company match (USA employees)
  • Flexible paid time off plan that we all actually use

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Hard Skills & Tools
technical accountingU.S. GAAPrevenue recognitionleasesequitydebtbusiness combinationsSEC reportingfinancial statement preparationSOX compliance
Soft Skills
analytical capabilitieswritten communicationverbal communicationdetail-orientedproactivecross-functional collaborationresearch skillsproblem-solving
Certifications
CPA