Senior Accounting Manager at Poly AI

, , United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

30 Dec, 25

Salary

160000.0

Posted On

01 Oct, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Accounting, Finance, SaaS, Revenue Recognition, ASC 606, GAAP, Tax Compliance, Analytical Skills, Problem-Solving, ERP Systems, Leadership, Process Improvement, Communication Skills, Stakeholder Management, Continuous Improvement, Automation

Industry

Software Development

Description

PolyAI automates customer service through lifelike voice assistants that let customers lead a conversation. Our voice assistants make it possible for businesses to deliver outstanding customer service that rivals their human agents. Our customers, which include the world’s leading logos, are expanding how they use our platform, driving automation of critical customer service operations and integrating PolyAI into their daily customer service workflows. We are seeking an experienced Senior Manager of Accounting with strong SaaS industry expertise to oversee and scale our accounting operations. This role will have a primary focus on revenue recognition under ASC 606 and U.S. compliance (GAAP, tax, and regulatory filings). The ideal candidate will bring proven experience supporting finance and accounting functions through late-stage growth—including scaling from Series D to Series E funding and supporting the company’s path to $100M ARR and beyond. This position is highly visible, partnering with key stakeholders across Finance, Legal, and Sales, and will play a critical role in preparing the organization for continued growth and potential exit readiness. Key Responsibilities Manage the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes, ensuring accurate and timely reporting. Oversee revenue recognition for customer contracts, including subscription, usage-based, and professional services revenue in compliance with ASC 606. Partner cross-functionally with FP&A, Legal, and Sales teams to align contract terms with revenue recognition policies. Manage, mentor, and develop accounting staff, fostering a culture of accountability, accuracy, and continuous improvement. Drive process improvements, automation initiatives, and system implementations to strengthen accounting operations as the company scales. Support annual audits and liaise with external auditors and tax advisors. Provide technical accounting guidance on complex transactions, contracts, and strategic initiatives. Ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP and support all statutory filings, including federal, state, and local tax compliance. Act as a key accounting member during hyper-growth phases, with direct experience of scaling operations to support late-stage fundraising and ARR milestones. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (CPA strongly preferred). 3+ years of progressive accounting experience, with at least 3 years in a SaaS or high-growth technology environment. Strong expertise in ASC 606 revenue recognition and U.S. GAAP. Experience with U.S. tax compliance (corporate tax, sales tax, state/local). Demonstrated success in late-stage SaaS growth environments, ideally supporting transitions from Series D/E funding rounds or scaling to $100M+ ARR. Proven ability to lead accounting operations, including month-end close, reconciliations, and reporting at scale. Hands-on experience with ERP and accounting systems (e.g., Xero/ Netsuite). Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with excellent attention to detail. Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, scaling SaaS environment and adapt quickly to evolving priorities. Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to influence across functions and present financial information to key stakeholders. Preferred Qualifications CPA designation or public accounting experience. Prior experience preparing a SaaS company for IPO-readiness or strategic exit. Familiarity with multi-entity, multi-currency operations. Background in implementing process automation and scalable financial systems. US and Canada: We provide a competitive salary range for this role - which is $145,000 – $160,000 - depending on level and experience. Please note this range is intended as a guide, not a guarantee. Final compensation will be based on individual qualifications, relevant experience, and the scope of the role. In addition to salary, this position includes equity in the business, giving you the opportunity to share in the company’s long-term success. Benefits 💰 Participation in the company’s employee share options plan 🏥 100% of Single Cost (employee) and 70% of Dependent for medical, dental & vision 👪 Life Insurance ◻️ STD and LTD 💰 The opportunity to contribute to the company's 401k plan 🏝 Flexible PTO policy + 11 designated company holidays 📚 Annual learning and development allowance 🏡 We’re all about making WFH work for you - that’s why you’ll receive a one-off WFH allowance when you join. Offering perks like noise-cancelling headphones or a comfortable desk chair to boost your comfort and focus! 🧡 Enhanced parental leave 👨‍👩‍👧 Company-funded fertility and family-forming programmes 🌸 Menopause care programme with Maven At PolyAI, we take great pride in our values - they guide everything we do. We believe that a strong culture leads to meaningful work and lasting impact. Our core values are: Only the best We expect the best from our people, we hire people that expect the best from themselves, and we nurture this drive for excellence. Ownership We care deeply about what we do. We take ownership of our initiatives, decisions and outcomes. Relentlessly improve We demand more from ourselves and are always evolving. Continuous, obsessive improvement is the only way we will transform the world of conversational AI. Bias for action Our world moves quickly and so do we. We take calculated risks and we deliver impact fast. Disagree and commit We are all working toward the same goal. If we donʼt agree with something, we work hard to understand it and when a decision is made, we accept it and give it our all. Build for people We want the world to enjoy the experiences they have with us. We are building for a future that prefers automation. PolyAI is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All employment decisions at PolyAI will be based on the business needs without attention to ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, family or parental status, national origin, neurodiversity status or disability status. Kindly find the Privacy Notice for our recruitment process by following the link here. This document provides important information regarding how we handle your personal data throughout the recruitment journey.

Responsibilities

Manage the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes, ensuring accurate and timely reporting. Oversee revenue recognition for customer contracts and partner cross-functionally with various teams to align contract terms with revenue recognition policies.