Accountant

The Opportunity

AI is rapidly transforming the world. Whether it’s developing the next generation of human-level intelligence, multi-agent systems, human quality voice assistants, or enabling researchers to analyze genetic markers at scale, AI is increasingly integrated into various aspects of our daily lives.

Arize is the leading AI observability and Evaluation platform to help AI teams discover issues, diagnose problems, and improve the results of their AI Applications. In short: we are here to build world class software that helps make AI applications work better.

The Team

Our Finance team is looking for a dynamic individual to help execute our accounting policies and processes so that we can meet our financial growth goals. This role will report to the Accounting Manager, and will also work closely with our Head of Finance, Finance Manager and team leads to ensure that our books are kept up to date and accurate for quick decision making and reporting. This role must be extremely detail oriented, efficient and have a deep understanding of GAAP. This role will be ever changing and will require the candidate to be adaptable and open-minded. 

What You’ll Do

• Perform routine monthly and quarterly close processes, including preparing and recording journal entries and preparing account reconciliations for a variety of accounts, including accruals, prepaids, cash, A/R, revenue, etc.
• Managing accounts receivables and accounts payables invoice processing
• Ensuring a smooth audit process by performing internal controls, maintaining immaculate record keeping, and assisting in the audit process
• Assist in preparing required support for annual tax filings and help maintain general tax compliance throughout the year (sales tax, 1099s, etc.)
• As the the team and accounting processes grow, assist in developing and updating thorough documentation of all processes
• Support special projects and analyses as needed by the Finance team 

What We’re Looking For

• 2-5 years of related experience in Accounting related function in an evolving and high growth environment
• Big 4 experience and CPA or CPA candidate preferred
• Willingness and ability to learn general ledger responsibilities as needs arise
• Strong technical skills and knowledge of GAAP. Experience with SaaS accounting and reporting (ARR), ASC 606: Revenue Recognition, ASC 340-40: Capitalized Contract Costs, and ASC 718: Stock-Based Compensation a plus
• Intermediate to advanced knowledge of Excel; experience with Quickbooks a plus
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills and ability to work cross-functionally and at different levels within and outside the organization
• Ability to prioritize, work independently and maintain flexibility in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy, organizational and time management skills
• Ability to maintain discretion when dealing with highly sensitive and confidential matters

The estimated annual salary for this role is between $100,000 - $140,000, plus a competitive equity package. Actual compensation is determined based upon a variety of job related factors that may include: transferable work experience, skill sets, and qualifications. Total compensation also includes a comprehensive benefit package, including: medical, dental, vision, 401(k) plan, unlimited paid time off, generous parental leave plan, and others for mental and wellness support.

While we are a remote-first company, we have opened offices in New York City and the San Francisco Bay Area, as an option for those in those cities who wish to work in-person. For all other employees, there is a WFH monthly stipend to pay for co-working spaces.

More About Arize

Arize’s mission is to make the world’s AI work and work for the people. Our founders came together through a common frustration: investments in AI are growing rapidly across businesses and organizations of all types, yet it is incredibly difficult to understand why a machine learning model behaves the way it does after it is deployed into the real world.

Learn more about Arize in an interview with our founders: https://www.forbes.com/sites/frederickdaso/2020/09/01/arize-ai-helps-us-understand-how-ai-works/#322488d7753c

Diversity & Inclusion @ Arize

Our company's mission is to make AI work and make AI work for the people, we hope to make an impact in bias industry-wide and that's a big motivator for people who work here. We actively hope that individuals contribute to a good culture

• Regularly have chats with industry experts, researchers, and ethicists across the ecosystem to advance the use of responsible AI
• Culturally conscious events such as LGBTQ trivia during pride month
• We have an active Lady Arizers subgroup