Technical Accounting and Financial Reporting Manager

The Team

Upstart’s Technical Accounting and Financial Reporting team is a critical part of the Company’s finance organization, responsible for ensuring compliance with US GAAP and SEC reporting  requirements. The team owns implementation of new accounting and reporting pronouncements, development of accounting policies, determination of   accounting treatments and related disclosures for complex and significant transactions, production  of quarterly and annual filings, and other important areas of Upstart’s financial reporting. 

As the Technical Accounting Manager at Upstart, you will play a pivotal role in shaping and leading a critical function within a young public company. You represent accounting on a variety of the Company’s transactions, researching and  providing guidance on proper accounting treatment under US GAAP.  As part of this work, you closely partner with various stakeholders, including accounting operations, legal, and capital markets. You also work extensively with independent auditors. You have a deep and broad knowledge of US GAAP and are proficient in several topics, including consolidation, transfer and servicing, stock-based compensation, revenue recognition, internal-use software, and leases.

Time zone requirements: The team operates on the West coast time zones.

In-Office requirements: Local team members typically meet in person in the San Mateo, CA office once a week and work from home the rest of the time. 

Travel requirements:  As a digital first company, the majority of your work can be accomplished remotely. The majority of our employees can live and work anywhere in the U.S but are encouraged to to still spend high quality time in-person collaborating via regular on sites. The in-person sessions’ cadence varies depending on the team and role; most teams meet once or twice per quarter for 2-4 consecutive days at a time.

How you’ll make an impact:

• Perform extensive technical accounting research and analysis on a variety of accounting and financial reporting topics and complete related technical accounting memos. Identify and implement accounting impacts, processes and procedures.
• Implement new accounting standards and SEC rules, monitor upcoming standards, assess their impact on the Company’s financial statements, and complete related technical accounting memos
• Responsible for maintaining comprehensive accounting policies to ensure compliance with US GAAP
• Support SEC filings, including drafting financial statements and footnote disclosures, especially around new or complex transactions as well as significant accounting policies
• Work closely with the accounting operations/GL team on operationalizing technical accounting decisions and conclusions
• Participate in preparation of materials for the Executive Leadership Team and Audit Committee meetings
• Own certain key internal controls over financial reporting and other business processes  
• Lead various ad-hoc accounting and reporting research, projects or initiatives.

What we’re looking for: 

Minimum qualifications:

• 6+ years of relevant experience, including technical accounting, public accounting and/or  industry experience in public companies
• Strong written communication skills and experience in producing and documenting technical accounting analysis
• Extensive experience and strong interest in working with technical accounting literature
• CPA license
• Ability to learn quickly, work independently, and adapt to change in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to partner with cross-functional teams and break complex accounting topics in simpler terms 
• Bachelor’s or higher degree in Accounting or related field

Preferred qualifications:

• Experience in designing and maintaining internal controls over financial reporting
• Proficiency in technical accounting research and SEC reporting tools (Intelligize, Workiva)
• Strong continuous improvement mindset with focus on process optimization and innovation

What you'll love: 

• Competitive Compensation (base + bonus & equity)
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with Health Savings Account contributions from Upstart 
• 401(k) with 100% company match up to $4,500 and immediate vesting and after-tax savings
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
• Life and disability insurance
• Generous holiday, vacation, sick and safety leave  
• Supportive parental, family care, and military leave programs
• Annual wellness, technology & ergonomic reimbursement programs
• Social activities including team events and onsites, all-company updates, employee resource groups (ERGs), and other interest groups such as book clubs, fitness, investing, and volunteering
• Catered lunches + snacks & drinks when working in offices