Pony.ai
US Finance Lead
Pony.ai, Fremont, California, us, 94537
At Pony.ai, excellence is at the core of our company. Every detail counts as we work to deliver a safe, reliable, and cost-effective autonomous driving platform to the public. As part of the team, you will play a critical role in developing and deploying state-of-the art vehicle technology. You will have every opportunity to grow and develop as our company grows. Join us on this exciting journey as we bring the latest breakthroughs in artificial intelligence to the future of transportation.Pony.ai is seeking a US Finance Lead to lead our Finance function in the US. In this role, you will partner closely with different teams to implement and maintain efficient processes around monthly and quarterly close, regulatory filings and yearly audit. You will have exceptional partnership and communication skills, with a bias towards action and know-how to balance getting the details right while keeping pace with our fast-growing business.Responsibilities
Oversee all US accounting functions, including but not limited to: financial statements, general ledger, cost accounting, payroll, budgeting, regulatory compliance, and various special analysis.Support month-end and quarter-end close activities and ensure that financial data is properly recorded, analyzed, interpreted, and understood.Maintain, review, and participate in developing and recommending improvements to accounting policies, processes, and procedures.Design, implement, and improve daily work and month-end processes and procedures to ensure accurate and complete information within established time frames.Ensure compliance with GAAP and statutory reporting requirements, lead the team through annual audit, and manage tax filings.Advise leadership team members on vendor and customer contract terms, revenue recognition policies, expense management, and other financial matters.Gather, consolidate, and analyze operating and financial results, analyze and explain trends and drivers for quarterly reports and monthly ad hoc analysis for business support.Requirements
BA/BS degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration with 8+ years of working experience or equivalent practical experience.Thorough knowledge of accounting procedures and principles. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment on multiple projects with varying deadlines and levels of priorities.Technical accounting experience.Detail oriented with superior organization skills.Exceptional analytical skills and a demonstrated ability to build financial models for business forecasting, variance analysis, and problem-solving skills.CPA and Big 4 experience preferred.Fluency in Mandarin Chinese is preferred.Compensation and BenefitsBase Salary Range: $155,000 - $215,000 annually. Compensation may vary outside of this range depending on many factors, including the candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies, experience, and location. Base pay is one part of the Total Compensation and this role may be eligible for bonuses/incentives and restricted stock units.Also, we provide the following benefits to the eligible employees:Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision).Retirement Plan (Traditional and Roth 401k).Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D).Paid Time Off (Vacation & Public Holidays).Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity).Short Term & Long Term Disability.Free Food & Snacks.About Pony.aiPony.ai, Inc. (“Pony.ai”) is a start-up located in Silicon Valley and China that is pursuing an ambitious vision for autonomous mobility. Ranked Top 10 on CNBC Disruptor 50 List, we aim to bring safe, sustainable, and accessible mobility to the entire world. We believe that autonomous technology can make our roads exponentially safer for travelers. Founded in late 2016, Pony.ai has been a pioneer in autonomous mobility technologies and services across the U.S. and China, spearheading public-facing Robotaxi pilots in both markets. The company is currently valued at $8.5B and some of its major investors include Toyota, Ontario Teachers’ Pension Plan, Sequoia Capital China, and IDG Capital. Pony.ai has formed partnerships with leading OEMs including Toyota, GAC Group, FAW Group, etc. We believe our work has the potential to transform lives and industries for the better. You will have every opportunity to grow and develop as our company scales globally.
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Oversee all US accounting functions, including but not limited to: financial statements, general ledger, cost accounting, payroll, budgeting, regulatory compliance, and various special analysis.Support month-end and quarter-end close activities and ensure that financial data is properly recorded, analyzed, interpreted, and understood.Maintain, review, and participate in developing and recommending improvements to accounting policies, processes, and procedures.Design, implement, and improve daily work and month-end processes and procedures to ensure accurate and complete information within established time frames.Ensure compliance with GAAP and statutory reporting requirements, lead the team through annual audit, and manage tax filings.Advise leadership team members on vendor and customer contract terms, revenue recognition policies, expense management, and other financial matters.Gather, consolidate, and analyze operating and financial results, analyze and explain trends and drivers for quarterly reports and monthly ad hoc analysis for business support.Requirements
BA/BS degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration with 8+ years of working experience or equivalent practical experience.Thorough knowledge of accounting procedures and principles. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment on multiple projects with varying deadlines and levels of priorities.Technical accounting experience.Detail oriented with superior organization skills.Exceptional analytical skills and a demonstrated ability to build financial models for business forecasting, variance analysis, and problem-solving skills.CPA and Big 4 experience preferred.Fluency in Mandarin Chinese is preferred.Compensation and BenefitsBase Salary Range: $155,000 - $215,000 annually. Compensation may vary outside of this range depending on many factors, including the candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies, experience, and location. Base pay is one part of the Total Compensation and this role may be eligible for bonuses/incentives and restricted stock units.Also, we provide the following benefits to the eligible employees:Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision).Retirement Plan (Traditional and Roth 401k).Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D).Paid Time Off (Vacation & Public Holidays).Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity).Short Term & Long Term Disability.Free Food & Snacks.About Pony.aiPony.ai, Inc. (“Pony.ai”) is a start-up located in Silicon Valley and China that is pursuing an ambitious vision for autonomous mobility. Ranked Top 10 on CNBC Disruptor 50 List, we aim to bring safe, sustainable, and accessible mobility to the entire world. We believe that autonomous technology can make our roads exponentially safer for travelers. Founded in late 2016, Pony.ai has been a pioneer in autonomous mobility technologies and services across the U.S. and China, spearheading public-facing Robotaxi pilots in both markets. The company is currently valued at $8.5B and some of its major investors include Toyota, Ontario Teachers’ Pension Plan, Sequoia Capital China, and IDG Capital. Pony.ai has formed partnerships with leading OEMs including Toyota, GAC Group, FAW Group, etc. We believe our work has the potential to transform lives and industries for the better. You will have every opportunity to grow and develop as our company scales globally.
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