Job Description
The Technical Accounting and SEC Reporting Analyst at Planet is responsible for supporting financial reporting, developing accounting policies, ensuring compliance with US GAAP, and collaborating with cross-functional teams and external auditors to maintain accurate and transparent financial statements.
Key Responsibilities
- Support the development, documentation, and implementation of accounting policies and procedures in compliance with US GAAP and relevant standards
- Assist with the month-end and quarter-end close processes, focusing on complex technical accounting areas
- Research and document technical accounting positions on emerging or complex issues such as equity transactions, business combinations, and leases
- Prepare and review financial statements, footnotes, and supporting schedules
- Partner with cross-functional teams to assess and document accounting implications of new business initiatives, contracts, and transactions
- Collaborate with external auditors to provide supporting documentation and technical accounting memoranda
- Drive continuous improvement of accounting processes, controls, and automation
- Mentor and develop team members on technical accounting matters
- Support special projects including system implementations and process improvements
- Stay current on accounting standards and regulatory developments and implement changes as needed
Requirements
- 2 years of accounting experience, in a financial reporting or Big 4 Accounting Firm Audit role
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or other quantitative major
- Deep knowledge of US GAAP and experience with technical accounting research
- Proficiency with accounting systems NetSuite and Workiva DFIN ActiveDisclosure preferred and Excel
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain complex accounting concepts to non-accounting stakeholders
- Solid organizational and time-management abilities
- A keen attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
- Self-starter able to work independently and meet deadlines
- Thrive in a dynamic, evolving environment
- Deeply curious and driven to learn
Benefits & Perks
Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision plans
Health Savings Account (HSA) with a company contribution
Generous Paid Time Off in addition to holidays and company-wide days off
16 Weeks of Paid Parental Leave
Wellness Program and Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Home Office Reimbursement
Monthly Phone and Internet Reimbursement
Tuition Reimbursement and access to LinkedIn Learning
Equity
Commuter Benefits if local to an office
Discretionary short-term and long-term incentives bonus and equity
Salary range of $71,300 - $89,100 USD (for San Francisco location)
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