Accountant & Corporate Administrator

Employment Type: Full-Time
Work Setting: In-office
Work Location: Chicago, New York, San Francisco
Work Hours: Office hours
Find out more here: https://semianalysis.com

About SemiAnalysis

SemiAnalysis is an independent research and analysis firm specializing in the Semiconductor and AI industries. Our in-depth coverage spans the entire supply chain, from semiconductor fabrication processes to cutting-edge AI models, software, and infrastructure. We are recognized as the leading authority on the semiconductor supply chain, with the highest concentration of industry experts within one team, and a deep-rooted passion for delving into the intricacies.

We’re a global team of over 20 analysts, each with extensive networks across the semiconductor supply chain and AI ecosystem, publishing industry-shaping articles while participating in 40+ conferences annually.

Our newsletter reaches more than 200,000 subscribers worldwide, including senior management and C-suite leaders at the leading semiconductor and AI companies.

We also offer three core products:

• Industry Models – We develop and publish models on accelerator shipments, datacenter demand and supply, GPU total cost of ownership, and more.

• Core Research – We distill deep technical research into key insights on technology and product trends.

• Consulting and Technical Due Diligence – We conduct custom research and project work for the largest funds, leading venture-capital firms, companies across the AI ecosystem, and government agencies.

Position Overview

• We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled Accountant & Corporate Administrator to join our team.

• You will be responsible for comprehensive financial and administrative activities across multiple business functions, including accounting, payroll, HR administration, and regulatory compliance.

• This role serves as the operational backbone of the organization, ensuring accurate financial reporting, smooth day-to-day business operations, and efficient administrative processes.

• The ideal candidate will be a Chartered Accountant with proven experience managing complete financial statements, who is highly organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable managing multiple workstreams simultaneously while providing critical support across departments through systems like QuickBooks, payroll platforms, and various business management tools.

• The role will be full-time, based in the US.

Responsibilities

• Process accounts receivable, accounts payable, payroll, and benefits administration.

• Manage banking operations, cash flow monitoring, and strategic fund allocation across accounts

• Handle purchasing processes from vendor onboarding through payment, including compliance checks and contract tracking.

• Support employee onboarding and offboarding, including benefits enrollment and employment documentation.

• Coordinate tax filings, corporate registrations, insurance management, and regulatory compliance

• Prepare financial reports, assist with month-end close procedures, and monitor budgets and commitments.

• Identify process improvements and maintain organized documentation for all finance, HR, and compliance activities.

Requirements

• 2-5 years of experience in accounting, corporate services or administrative roles.

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Accounting, Human Resources Management, Organizational Management, or related field.

• Registered Chartered Accountant.

• Experience owning the preparation, review, and management of complete financial statements and accounting records, ensuring accuracy and regulatory compliance, with proficiency in QuickBooks.

• Experience managing tax filings and other registration requirements for businesses.

• Experience with establishing and maintaining international corporate structuring, state registrations and regulatory filings.

• Experience with payroll processing systems and HR management platforms.

• Exceptional organizational skills with strong attention to detail.

• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with startups or high-growth companies.

• Understanding of US employment laws, regulations, and HR best practices.

• Knowledge of R&D tax credit documentation requirements.

Growth Areas

• Deepen expertise in multi-entity and international corporate structuring, including cross-border compliance, tax considerations, and regulatory frameworks.

• Expand capabilities in financial planning and analysis (FP&A), including budgeting, forecasting, and strategic cash flow management.

• Build proficiency in scaling financial and operational systems, including automation of accounting workflows and integration across business platforms.

• Develop stronger ownership of end-to-end finance operations, including audit preparation, internal controls, and governance processes.

• Gain exposure to strategic decision-making by supporting leadership on capital allocation, cost optimization, and operational scaling.

• Strengthen knowledge of HR operations, compensation structures, and compliance in high-growth, distributed organizations.

• Progress toward a senior finance, operations, or finance lead role with ownership over financial infrastructure and organizational operations.