Senior Accountant

Perplexity is an AI-powered answer engine founded in December 2022 and growing rapidly as one of the world’s leading AI platforms. Perplexity has raised over $1B in venture investment from some of the world’s most visionary and successful leaders, including Elad Gil, Daniel Gross, Jeff Bezos, Accel, IVP, NEA, NVIDIA, Samsung, and many more. Our objective is to build accurate, trustworthy AI that powers decision-making for people and assistive AI wherever decisions are being made. Throughout human history, change and innovation have always been driven by curious people. Today, curious people use Perplexity to answer more than 780 million queries every month–a number that’s growing rapidly for one simple reason: everyone can be curious.

Perplexity is looking for an experienced Senior Accountant to join our small team revolutionizing the way people search and interact with the internet. The Finance and Accounting team at Perplexity is playing a critical role in defining and driving strategic and financial processes across the company and is looking for a self-motivated and detail-oriented individual who can prioritize effectively in a fast-paced environment. You will be working closely with the team’s Accounting Manager and Controller to build out our general ledger processes and ensure accurate financial reporting.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts, ensuring all transactions are recorded accurately and in accordance with US GAAP.
• Assist with the timely and accurate completion of month-end and year-end close processes, including preparation and review of journal entries, accruals, and adjustments.
• Prepare and analyze monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and reports; provide detailed explanations for fluctuations in financial results.
• Identify opportunities and implement processes to streamline and automate accounting processes, improving efficiency and accuracy.
• Work closely with other departments to obtain necessary financial data and support business initiatives.
• Assist with identifying and implementing efficiencies and process improvements through automation and customization of accounting processes to support the company’s rapid growth in a scalable manner.
• Support the audit preparation process, including compiling supporting documentation, reconciliations and schedules, and delivering requests in a timely manner.
• Assist with tax return preparation, compliance, and audits.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance.
• CPA or equivalent certification is preferred but not required.
• 5+ years of progressive experience in general ledger accounting, preferably in a corporate or public accounting environment.
• Working knowledge and practical understanding of US GAAP principles.
• Resourcefulness, detail-oriented and a motivation for solving problems and finding solutions.
• Curiosity and a willingness to explore and identify efficiencies and process improvements.
• Excellent communication skills, as frequent interaction with both internal and external stakeholders will be required.
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Experience with NetSuite software preferred.

The cash compensation range for this role is $120,000 - $155,000.

Final offer amounts are determined by multiple factors, including, experience and expertise, and may vary from the amounts listed above

Equity: In addition to the base salary, equity may be part of the total compensation package.

Benefits: Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance for you and your dependents. Includes a 401(k) plan.