Accounting Manager Job at Uniphore in Palo Alto

Uniphore is one of the largest B2B AI-native companies-decades-proven, built-for-scale and designed for the enterprise. The company drives business outcomes, across multiple industry verticals, and enables the largest global deployments.

Uniphore infuses AI into every part of the enterprise that impacts the customer. We deliver the only multimodal architecture centered on customers that combines Generative AI, Knowledge AI, Emotion AI, workflow automation and a co-pilot to guide you. We understand better than anyone how to capture voice, video and text and how to analyze all types of data.

As AI becomes more powerful, every part of the enterprise that impacts the customer will be disrupted. We believe the future will run on the connective tissue between people, machines and data: all in the service of creating the most human processes and experiences for customers and employees.

Job Description:

About Us:

Uniphore, an early leader in Conversational Service Automation (CSA), is seeking an experienced Corporate Accounting Manager who will be responsible for the management and integrity of various accounting operations and financial reporting functions. Reporting to the Corporate Controller, you will be a key member of the Controllership team and will be responsible for overseeing and managing all aspects of our corporate accounting functions. You will ensure accurate and timely financial reporting, compliance with accounting regulations, and efficient internal controls. This role requires a proactive individual with strong leadership skills, exceptional attention to detail, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead US accounting operation and collaborate with the global accounting and finance teams to execute all accounting processes and activities across the organization to ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP, domestic and international statutory guidelines, internal policies, and external audits
• Manage the timely monthly close process for US subsidiaries (calendars, reviews, reconciliations, analysis, reporting)
• Design and implement general ledger, accounts payable, fixed assets, payroll and other accounting operations metrics, reports, and reconciliations
• Review or prepare key reconciliations, journal entries, and analytical procedures
• Assist with the production and preparation of consolidated and legal entity monthly financial statements
• Possess a deep understanding of global ERP systems including sub-modules, including the development, implementation and/or maintenance of one or more accounting systems
• Design and implement effective accounting policies, procedures and controls ("SOX-like quality"), continuously monitor and update the design and scope of controls as the business evolves to maintain the integrity of financial reporting
• Work cross-functionally with the other departments on new initiatives to understand the financial impact and ensure accounting issues are identified and mitigated
• Manage integration of acquired businesses into our financial systems and processes
• Promote a culture of continuous improvement and operational innovation and regularly interact with business owners and senior level management on accounting matters
• Recommend and assist to develop financial systems solutions and requirements for new or enhancements to existing applications
• Ad-hoc projects as necessary

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration or other related field required
• Big 4 public accounting experience is highly preferred
• CPA certification preferred but not mandatory
• At least 6 years of experience in corporate accounting or related roles, with a focus on accounting operations
• Strong in-depth working knowledge of GAAP, month-end close processes, operational accounting procedures, and financial reporting
• Advanced NetSuite experience
• Solid understanding of management reporting, hierarchy, and cost center structure
• Experience in a multi-entity (inter-company and consolidation) environment
• Strong Excel and financial system/application skills
• Strong analytical skills, accuracy, and attention to detail a must
• Ability to effectively interact, verbally and in writing, with senior management and functional department managers
• Ability and willingness to meet business critical deadlines
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and handle multiple tasks simultaneously
• Strong time management and organizational skills

Hiring Range:
$127,600 - $159,500 - for Primary Location of USA - CA - Palo Alto

The specific rate will depend on the successful candidate's qualifications and prior experience.

In addition to competitive base pay, this position also includes an annual incentive opportunity based on target achievement, pre-IPO stock options, benefits including medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with a match, and more, plus generous paid time off, paid holidays, paid day off for your birthday and other paid leave policies to support employees through all phases of life.

Location preference:
USA - CA - Palo Alto

Uniphore is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity in the workplace. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, and other protected characteristics.

For more information on how Uniphore uses AI to unify-and humanize-every enterprise experience, please visit www.uniphore.com.