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Accounting Manager, General Ledger & OPEX

HappyRobotSan FranciscoRevenue
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Salary
$180K - $240K USD
Job type
Full-time
Work mode
Remote
Posted
30 Sept 2026
Status
Open · checked 7d ago

About this role

HappyRobot is hiring an Accounting Manager, General Ledger & OPEX to build and oversee core financial operations from the ground up in San Francisco or remotely. This full-time role suits an experienced finance professional ready to design multi-entity consolidation and automated accounting processes for a rapidly scaling enterprise AI workforce infrastructure provider.

Role Overview

HappyRobot is looking for an Accounting Manager to stand up the general ledger close, multi-entity consolidation, and operating-expense accounting from scratch. Reporting directly to the Head of Accounting, this position offers complete autonomy and a chance to shape company-wide financial frameworks. The candidate will design team structures, establish close calendars, and act as a primary thought partner on general ledger and close policies.

Key Responsibilities

Design and manage the end-to-end general ledger close process, including accruals, reconciliations, and balance sheet flux reviews.
Build multi-entity consolidation and intercompany elimination workflows for entities in the US, UK, Spain, and Brazil, addressing foreign currency translation and cumulative translation adjustment calculations.
Oversee OPEX accounting completely, handling unbilled expense accruals, prepaid amortization, and budget-to-actual variance analysis alongside FP&A.
Reconcile accounts payable and payroll feeds from Ramp and Rippling with the general ledger.
Establish internal controls and documentation standards for the company's first external audit.
Actively eliminate manual tasks by applying AI finance tools and system automations safely and effectively.

Requirements

Possess 6 to 8 years of progressive experience in general ledger and OPEX accounting, ideally featuring international or multi-entity consolidation.
Demonstrate a finance engineer's mindset focused on building scalable, accurate systems.
Exhibit hands-on experience utilizing AI tools like ChatGPT or Claude in day-to-day work.
Understand foreign currency translation under ASC 830, intercompany accounting, and consolidation mechanics thoroughly.
Communicate clearly and effectively with non-finance stakeholders without relying on jargon.
Hold a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related field, with a CPA considered a plus.
Thrive in a hands-on environment aligned with company operating principles of extreme ownership, craftsmanship, and first-principles thinking.

Skills and Tools

General Ledger Close
Multi-Entity Consolidation
OPEX Accounting
ASC 830 Foreign Currency Translation
AI Finance Tools (ChatGPT, Claude)
Intercompany Accounting
Internal Controls and Audit Preparation
Ramp and Rippling Reconciliation

Salary and Benefits

Competitive annual salary ranging from $180,000 to $240,000 in USD.
Equity in a high-growth startup environment.
Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
Opportunities for project ownership and autonomous execution.

About the Company

HappyRobot creates infrastructure that enables enterprises to build and orchestrate autonomous AI workforces capable of making decisions and executing operations across entire systems. Born in Y Combinator and backed by prominent investors like a16z, Base10, Prysm Capital, and Eurazeo, the company has raised over $150 million to power critical operations worldwide. The organization values extreme ownership, craftsmanship, kindness, focused urgency, talent density, and first-principles thinking.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should visit the official company careers page at happyrobot.ai to submit an application for this role.

Questions candidates ask

What is the salary range for the Accounting Manager position?

The annual salary ranges from $180,000 to $240,000 USD, accompanied by equity.

Where is this job located?

The role is based in San Francisco, California, with remote flexibility available.

How many years of experience are required?

Candidates must have 6 to 8 years of progressive general ledger and OPEX experience.

Is a CPA required for this role?

A CPA is a plus, but not required. A Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related field is necessary.

Who does this position report to?

The Accounting Manager reports directly to the Head of Accounting.

Ready to apply?

The application is on the official HappyRobot careers page.

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