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Technical Accounting Lead, AI

falSan FranciscoFinance
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Salary
$200K - $250K USD
Job type
Full-time
Posted
9 Jul 2026
Status
Open · checked 7d ago

About this role

Role Overview

fal is seeking a Technical Accounting Lead to join the finance team in San Francisco on a full-time basis. This position is ideal for an experienced accounting professional who wants to drive the technical accounting agenda and assist with month-end close processes in a high-growth AI company.

Key Responsibilities

Execute the corporate technical accounting agenda by working cross-functionally to establish strong accounting discipline and operationalize conclusions.
Review business systems, build internal controls, and integrate modern AI tools into daily workflows to boost efficiency.
Research and advise on revenue contracts under ASC 606, handle contract costs under ASC 340-40, and evaluate commission plans.
Research, document, and review compute cost accounting, covering lease versus service contracts, impairment, and classification.
Manage lease accounting under ASC 842 for real estate, GPU rentals, and equipment, preparing necessary calculations and disclosures.
Oversee internal-use software capitalization under ASC 350-40 by collaborating with engineering to track capital expenditures.
Support ASC 718 stock-based compensation expense, award modifications, 409A valuations, and equity reports.
Handle entity consolidation, business combinations, foreign subsidiaries, and draft formal US GAAP policy memos.

Requirements

Hold a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance alongside a valid CPA.
Bring a minimum of 8 years of progressive accounting experience, ideally featuring a background in tech, SaaS, cloud infrastructure, or AI, blending Big 4 public accounting and in-house roles.
Possess thorough knowledge of US GAAP standards including ASC 606, ASC 842, ASC 718, ASC 350-40, ASC 805, and ASC 810.
Demonstrate prior experience leading or supporting external audits.
Exhibit strong written communication skills capable of explaining complex accounting concepts clearly to non-financial audiences.
Display high agency, independent decision-making capabilities, and a proactive attitude toward driving projects to completion.

Nice to Have

Background working inside high-growth software, cloud infrastructure, AI, or capital-intensive tech companies.
Comfort utilizing or building AI tools to automate reconciliations and analyze large datasets.

Skills and Tools

US GAAP technical research and memo writing
Revenue recognition (ASC 606)
Lease accounting (ASC 842)
Stock-based compensation (ASC 718)
Capitalized software accounting (ASC 350)
Consolidation and business combinations
AI tools and financial automation workflows

Salary and Benefits

Annual salary range between $200,000 and $250,000 USD
Equity grants
Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and vision insurance for US employees
Visa sponsorship and relocation assistance to San Francisco
Regular company team events and offsites

About the Company

fal operates as a generative media ecosystem that powers next-generation AI products by building foundational infrastructure, tools, and model access. The organization enables developers and enterprises to scale generative media smoothly through high-performance inference, orchestration, and observability platforms.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should visit the official fal careers page to submit an application for this opportunity.

Questions candidates ask

What is the salary range for the Technical Accounting Lead role?

The annual base salary ranges from $200,000 to $250,000 USD, in addition to equity and comprehensive benefits.

Where is this position located?

This full-time role is based in San Francisco, California.

What qualifications are required for the job?

Applicants must have a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance, a valid CPA certification, and at least 8 years of progressive accounting experience.

Does fal offer relocation or visa sponsorship?

Yes, fal provides visa sponsorship and relocation assistance to San Francisco.

What technical accounting areas will I manage?

You will handle various US GAAP areas including revenue recognition under ASC 606, leases under ASC 842, stock-based compensation under ASC 718, capitalized software, and entity consolidations.

Ready to apply?

The application is on the official fal careers page.

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