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Director, Financial Reporting - Special Projects

AnthropicSan Francisco, CA | Seattle, WAFinance
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Salary
$230K — $300K USD
Job type
Full-time
Experience
Director · 12+ yrs
Posted
5 Oct 2026
Status
Open · checked 7d ago

About this role

Director, Financial Reporting - Special Projects is a hands-on individual contributor position at Anthropic based in San Francisco, California or Seattle, Washington. This role suits a seasoned accounting professional who wants to shape financial reporting functions and design AI-driven workflows.

Role Overview

Anthropic is hiring a Director, Financial Reporting - Special Projects within the Accounting team to manage critical external reporting functions. The person in this position takes full ownership of complex reporting obligations, collaborates with cross-functional partners like Technical Accounting, Legal, and FP&A, and integrates Claude into daily accounting processes.

Key Responsibilities

Manage the consolidated statement of cash flows from preparation to external auditor review, covering classification analysis and non-cash disclosures
Direct subsidiary, statutory, lender, covenant, and other compliance-related reporting requirements
Drive the adoption of new accounting standards through impact assessments, system updates, controls, and drafting disclosures
Oversee stock-based compensation reporting including expense and award-activity roll-forwards
Assist in preparing and reviewing periodic SEC filings such as Forms 10-Q and 10-K
Conduct peer disclosure benchmarking and evaluate company disclosures against industry peers
Collaborate with valuation specialists and other internal groups on purchase accounting and post-close reporting for acquisitions
Identify and test automation opportunities using Claude to streamline reporting processes
Create and document Claude-powered reporting workflows for roll-forwards, tie-outs, and benchmarking
Establish process controls, documentation, and act as a primary contact for auditors

Requirements

Direct hands-on management of the statement of cash flows including ASC 230 classification and audit preparation
Demonstrated background in subsidiary, statutory, or compliance-related reporting and regulatory filings
Practical experience utilizing Claude or similar AI tools to build financial reporting automation
In-depth knowledge of US GAAP and SEC reporting regulations such as Regulation S-X and S-K
Clear verbal and written communication skills with the ability to explain technical accounting topics to non-accountants
Strong professional judgment in managing ambiguous tasks, prioritizing work, and meeting filing deadlines independently
Alignment with the mission of building safe and beneficial AI systems

Nice to Have

Minimum of 12 years of experience working in SEC reporting, public accounting, or financial reporting at a public or pre-public company
Experience establishing a peer disclosure benchmarking program using EDGAR full-text search or XBRL data
Background in creating reusable AI skills, agents, or processes with Claude or similar technologies
Familiarity with international statutory reporting or special-purpose entity consolidation
Certified Public Accountant or equivalent certification

Skills and Tools

Claude
US GAAP
SEC Reporting (Forms 10-Q, 10-K, Regulation S-X, Regulation S-K)
ASC 230
EDGAR
XBRL

Salary and Benefits

Annual salary range of $230,000 to $300,000 USD
Competitive compensation and benefits
Optional equity donation matching
Generous vacation and parental leave
Flexible working hours
Collaborative office environment

About the Company

Anthropic is a public benefit corporation focused on building reliable, interpretable, and steerable AI systems that are safe and beneficial for society. The organization operates as a collaborative team of researchers, engineers, policy experts, and business leaders who approach AI research as an empirical science.

How to Apply

Candidates should apply directly on the official company careers page.

Skills and tech stack

ClaudeEDGARXBRL

Questions candidates ask

What is the salary range for the Director, Financial Reporting - Special Projects role?

The annual base salary ranges from $230,000 to $300,000 USD.

Where is the position located?

The role is located in San Francisco, CA or Seattle, WA, with a location-based hybrid policy requiring staff to be in an office at least 25% of the time.

Is visa sponsorship available for this position?

Yes, Anthropic sponsors visas and retains an immigration lawyer to assist candidates who receive an offer.

What education is required for this role?

A bachelor’s degree or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience in a relevant field of study is required.

What AI tool is used extensively within the accounting team?

The accounting team builds workflows and automation using Claude.

Ready to apply?

The application is on the official Anthropic careers page.

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