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LiftoffManager, Technical Accounting
Liftoff operates an AI-driven performance marketing platform designed for the mobile app economy, serving more than 6,600 mobile businesses across 74 countries. The company is currently…
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Liftoff operates an AI-driven performance marketing platform designed for the mobile app economy, serving more than 6,600 mobile businesses across 74 countries. The company is currently hiring a full-time Manager, Technical Accounting to function as its resident technical accounting expert. This remote position operates on the Pacific time zone, with a strong preference for candidates based in the San Francisco Bay Area. Travel is required at least once per quarter…
Job Description
Liftoff operates an AI-driven performance marketing platform designed for the mobile app economy, serving more than 6,600 mobile businesses across 74 countries. The company is currently hiring a full-time Manager, Technical Accounting to function as its resident technical accounting expert. This remote position operates on the Pacific time zone, with a strong preference for candidates based in the San Francisco Bay Area. Travel is required at least once per quarter for in-person team gatherings, regional meetups, or company-wide events.
This role suits an accounting professional who enjoys navigating complex transactions where clear regulatory precedent may not yet exist. Responsibilities include drafting technical memos, establishing accounting policies, managing equity-related accounting, and supporting audits. Candidates must bring extensive expertise in US GAAP and public accounting experience to tackle intricate problems involving revenue, leases, debt, capitalized software, and stock-based compensation.
Responsibilities
- Research and document technical accounting positions for areas such as revenue, stock-based compensation, leases, debt, and capitalized software
- Prepare journal entry support for complex and non-recurring transactions
- Develop and own company accounting policies
- Lead the implementation of new accounting standards from initial research through operationalization and disclosure
- Manage equity-related technical accounting from grant setup in Equity Edge Online to final disclosures
- Prepare the statement of equity, statement of cash flows, and financial statement footnotes
- Calculate and prepare stock-based compensation expense support for quarterly journal entries
- Assist with the preparation and tie-out of Proxy disclosures
- Partner with legal, financial planning, and business teams regarding new billing structures and contracts
- Provide technical documentation to support internal and external audits
Requirements
- Six years of professional accounting or finance experience
- Certified Public Accountant license
- Public accounting background, preferably with a Big 4 firm
- Strong expertise in US GAAP
- Ability to work during the Pacific time zone
- Willingness to travel at least once per quarter for company gatherings
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting or Finance
Core Skills
Benefits
- Health, dental, and vision benefits
- Company equity
- On Target Earnings that include a 10 percent bonus
Frequently Asked Questions
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Is this position remote?
Yes, the role is remote, though employees must work during the Pacific time zone. Living in the San Francisco Bay Area is highly preferred.
What is the salary range for this job?
For candidates based in Canada, the On Target Earnings range is CAD 120,000 to 155,000 per year, which includes a 10 percent bonus.
What are the travel expectations?
Employees are expected to travel at least once per quarter to attend project meetings, regional meetups, or company-wide events.
What credentials are required to apply?
Applicants must hold a CPA license, possess a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Accounting or Finance, and have six years of experience alongside a public accounting background.
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