The era of pervasive AI has arrived. In this era, organizations will use generative AI to unlock hidden value in their data, accelerate processes, reduce costs, drive efficiency and innovation to fundamentally transform their businesses and operations at scale.
SambaNova Suite™ is the first full-stack, generative AI platform, from chip to model, optimized for enterprise and government organizations. Powered by the intelligent SN40L chip, the SambaNova Suite is a fully integrated platform, delivered on-premises or in the cloud, combined with state-of-the-art open-source models that can be easily and securely fine-tuned using customer data for greater accuracy. Once adapted with customer data, customers retain model ownership in perpetuity, so they can turn generative AI into one of their most valuable assets.
SambaNova Systems is seeking a seasoned Corporate Controller to build, lead, and scale a high functioning and efficient Accounting department as we continue on our path of hyper-growth.
We are looking for a hands-on leader with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment while maintaining rigor, detail, and compliance. The Corporate controller will be responsible for owning and managing company-wide accounting functions including reporting, processes, systems, and compliance.
Responsibilities:
- Own and oversee day-to-day accounting functions including business accounting, cash postings and daily bank reconciliations, inventory accounting, and fixed asset accounting
- Ensure compliance with GAAP in all accounting areas, including revenue (ASC 606), leases (ASC 842), and equity (ASC 505 and 718)
- Lead year end audits as well as other special audits for the global company as necessary
- Own and oversee monthly and quarterly close and reporting including preparation of consolidated financial statements
- Lead and coordinate the company’s monthly, quarterly and annual financial close and internal reporting processes
- Manage local international entities and accounting functions
- Own company-wide accounting process and systems
- Assist with leading corporate tax strategy, tax return completion, and sales tax matters
- Partner with the FP&A department on all financial planning requirements such as monthly reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning
- Drive a strong controllership mindset throughout the company by providing appropriate financial support in the attainment of operational goals and objectives
Required Qualifications:
- 10-15+ years of accounting experience
- Bachelor's degree or higher in Accounting or Finance
- Active CPA licensure required
- Experience working at a technology-focused company
- Previous experience working for a public accounting firm
- Experience hiring, training, and managing teams of accounting professionals
- Comprehensive understanding of financial accounting, reporting, and disclosures under US GAAP and SEC requirements
- Excellent proficiency in Microsoft Excel including advanced functions such as pivot tables and macros
- Experience working with systems such as NetSuite, Salesforce, Oracle ERP, Coupa, Carta, etc.
- Ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining strong attention to detail
- Advanced knowledge of inventory tracking, revenue recognition, leasing, and stock compensation
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills including the ability to work cross-functionally with stakeholders throughout the company, and interface with senior leadership and board members
- Strong analytical, verbal communication, written communication, and problem solving skills
- Proven ability to influence and uphold company-wide processes and policies
- Proven ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
Preferred Qualifications:
- AI/ML industry experience
- Experience working in fast-growing startup environment
- Cloud or supply chain experience
- A team player who demonstrates humility
- Action-oriented with a focus on speed & results
- Ability to thrive in a no-boundaries culture & make an impact on innovation
Annual Salary Range and Level:
The base salary for this position ranges from $205k-295k per year. This range is based on role, level, and location and reflects the salary target for new hires in the US. Individual pay within the range will depend on a number of factors, including a candidate’s job-related qualifications, skills, competencies and experience, and location.
Benefits Summary for US-Based Full-Time Direct Employment Positions
(The Recruiter will provide benefit details for non-US-based roles)
SambaNova offers a competitive total rewards package, including the base salary, plus equity and benefits. We cover 95% premium coverage for employee medical insurance, and 77% premium coverage for dependents and offer a Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contribution. We also offer Dental, Vision, Short/Long term Disability, Basic Life, Voluntary Life, and AD&D insurance plans in addition to Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options like Health Care, Limited Purpose, and Dependent Care. Our library of well-being benefits available to you and your dependents includes a full subscription to Headspace, Gympass+ membership with access to physical gyms, One Medical membership, counseling services with an Employee Assistance Program, and much more.
Submission Guidelines
Please note that in order to be considered an applicant for any position at SambaNova Systems, you must submit an application form for each position for which you believe you are qualified.
If you are a new, recent (within the last two years), or upcoming college graduate and are interested in opportunities with SambaNova Systems, please apply through our university job listings.
EEO Policy
SambaNova Systems is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard basis of age (40 and over), color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, military or veteran status, national origin/ancestry, race, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding), sexual orientation, and any other applicable status protected by federal, state, or local laws.
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What We Do
AI is changing the world and at SambaNova, we believe that you don’t need unlimited resources to take advantage of the most advanced, valuable AI capabilities - capabilities that are helping organizations explore the universe, find cures for cancer, and giving companies access to insights that provide a competitive edge.
We deliver the world’s fastest and only complete AI solution for enterprises and governments with world-record inference performance and accuracy. Powered by the SambaNova SN40L Reconfigurable Dataflow Unit (RDU), organizations can build a technology backbone for the next decade of AI innovation with SambaNova Suite. Our fully integrated hardware-software system, DataScale®, enables organizations to train, fine-tune, and deploy the most demanding AI workloads using the largest and most challenging models. Most recently, with the launch of our newest offering, SambaNova Cloud, developers can supercharge AI-powered applications on Llama 3.2 models.
SambaNova was founded in 2017 in Palo Alto, California, by a group of industry luminaries, business leaders, and world-class innovators who understand AI. Today, we’ve built an incredibly smart and motivated team dedicated to making a lasting impact on the industry and equipping our customers to thrive in the new era of AI.
Why Work With Us
As a talent first company, we aim to hire the greatest and most innovative minds in the industry- driving the next generation of AI computing where no barrier is too high and the possibilities are truly limitless. We encourage our peers to take risks and take the initiative to make a lasting impact on the AI and ML industries.
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