Senior Technical Accounting and External Reporting Manager

Summary

Join Instacart's Technical Accounting and External Reporting team as a strategic leader overseeing the transformation of complex financial information into clear, compliant communication. This role requires a detail-oriented individual with extensive technical accounting knowledge to lead financial reporting, technical accounting research, audit and compliance processes, and process improvements. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams and senior stakeholders, ensuring accuracy and compliance with US GAAP and SEC regulations. The ideal candidate possesses strong leadership, communication, and analytical skills, along with 7+ years of relevant experience and a CPA certification. Instacart offers a flexible remote work environment and competitive compensation and benefits, including equity grants.

Requirements

• 7+ years of experience in accounting, with a significant portion in a leadership role, and experience in public accounting, preferably Big Four audit, including direct experience with external reporting and technical accounting
• Bachelor or higher degree in accounting or finance; CPA certification required
• Extensive US GAAP and accounting skills with the ability to convert technical research and interpretation into practical, strategic solutions
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills with the ability to influence and communicate effectively with senior stakeholders
• Strong analytical skills with attention to detail
• Exceptional organizational skills ensuring efficient and effective strategic execution
• Demonstrated capability to establish realistic timelines, coordinate effectively with cross-functional teams, and consistently meet deadlines

Responsibilities

• Lead the preparation of quarterly and annual consolidated financial statements (10-Q, 10-K) in compliance with US GAAP and SEC requirements
• Oversee the preparation of complex financial schedules, including earnings per share, cash flow statement, equity rollforward, among others
• Manage and enhance the quarterly disclosure checklist process, ensuring full adherence to US GAAP and SEC regulations
• Coordinate with senior management, external auditors, and internal teams to ensure timely and accurate SEC filings
• Lead in-depth technical accounting research and mentor team members in preparing detailed memorandums on complex accounting issues
• Stay informed of emerging accounting pronouncements and disclosure requirements, serving as a senior knowledge resource for the organization
• Lead the interpretation and implementation of new accounting standards, ensuring company-wide compliance
• Provide expertise in stock-based compensation accounting and collaborate closely with equity administration
• Oversee quarterly reviews and annual audit processes, acting as the primary liaison with auditors
• Lead the maintenance and enhancement of SOX controls related to financial reporting and technical accounting
• Ensure the proper documentation and execution of comprehensive external reporting SOX controls
• Identify strategic opportunities and lead initiatives to streamline reporting processes and controls
• Continuously refine and enhance external reporting procedures and policies
• Ensure comprehensive and accurate documentation of financial information used in external reporting, including earnings releases and investor relations materials
• Collaborate with cross-functional senior leaders to resolve complex accounting and reporting issues
• Provide expert strategic guidance on technical accounting matters to various departments across the organization
• Support investor relations initiatives by ensuring the accuracy and completeness of financial disclosures

Preferred Qualifications

• Proficiency in financial reporting software (i.e., Workiva) and advanced Excel skills
• Demonstrates a proactive, hands-on style and the ability to prioritize and deliver results amidst a wide variety of critical initiatives

Benefits

• Highly market-competitive compensation and benefits
• Remote work
• New hire equity grant
• Annual refresh grants