Accountant at Scale AI

San Francisco, California, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
TechnologyIndustries

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting; CPA or equivalent required
  • 3+ years of relevant accounting experience; Combination of public accounting (Big 4 strongly preferred) and industry experience (start-up through to becoming a public Company experience a plus)
  • Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and SOX
  • Experience with general ledger functions and the month end/year end close process is strongly preferred
  • Experience with financial audit preparation is strongly preferred
  • Proven proficiency of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, etc); must be highly proficient in Excel
  • Excellent writing, oral communication, analytical, organizational, and interpersonal skills with a high attention to detail
  • Excellent problem solving skills; project management experience a plus, ability to work in a fast pace environment

Responsibilities

  • Prepare journal entries and day to day corporate accounting activities, support the month end close process, and provide timely and accurate month-end close financials that are U.S. GAAP compliant
  • Build or enhance balance sheet account reconciliation workpaper including reviewing and performing some clean-up of historical reconciliations and related balances
  • Collaborate within Accounting and Finance teams on metrics, flux analysis, forecast, and projections and support preparation of the monthly reporting package
  • Prepare documents supporting internal and external audits and ensure the successful completion of those audits
  • Support the implementation of new systems, tools, and processes to streamline close and build scalable solutions to support the growth of the Company
  • Identify and drive process improvements to gain efficiencies and reduce close timeline
  • Develop, maintain and improve internal controls which relate to assigned areas

Skills

U.S. GAAP
SOX
General Ledger
Journal Entries
Month End Close
Balance Sheet Reconciliation
Financial Reporting
Internal Controls
Audit Support

Scale AI

AI platform for data and models

About Scale AI

Scale AI provides a platform that helps businesses develop AI applications by utilizing their enterprise data to customize generative models. The platform includes tools for collecting, curating, and annotating data, as well as features for evaluating and optimizing models. Scale works with a variety of clients, including major tech companies like Microsoft and Meta, government agencies such as the U.S. Army and Airforce, and startups like Brex and OpenSea. What sets Scale apart from its competitors is its comprehensive suite of tools and services that focus on safely unlocking the value of AI. The company's goal is to enhance the performance of advanced language models and generative models, making AI more accessible and effective for its clients.

San Francisco, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2016Year Founded
$1,558.9MTotal Funding
SERIES_FCompany Stage
Data & Analytics, AI & Machine LearningIndustries
1,001-5,000Employees

Benefits

Health, Dental & Vision Coverage - Our health plans give you the flexibility to select the right coverage for you and eligible family members through a variety of plan options.
Easy to use 401(K) - Plan and invest for the future with a 401(k) via Guideline. Scale’s 401(k) plan provides you an opportunity to defer compensation for your long-term savings.
Wellness Fund - We care about the physical, mental, and emotional wellbeing of all Scaliens. Our $100/month wellness stipend can be used for gym memberships, acupuncture, meditation apps, and so much more.
Virtual Social Activities - Being remote has not stopped us from hosting fun virtual events. From trivia night to candle making, we ensure employees are fostering connections & building strong relationships.
Learning & Development - We know how important career growth is for Scaliens, so we offer a $500/year L&D stipend to help support continued development throughout your journey.
Flexible hours allow you to work when you are most productive. You can work with your manager to best plan your daily work schedule.
Generous Paid Time Off - Enjoy time to travel or plan a staycation. We encourage employees to take time off to recharge and prevent burnout. We have a flexible PTO policy where each employee is afforded the flexibility to take planned time-off as needed.
Commuter Benefits - Set aside pre-tax dollars to use on qualified transportation expenses to help ease your commute.
Parental Leave - Balancing work and family is essential, and Scale understands the importance of having adequate leave policies in place to promote a healthy home and work life.

Risks

Legal issues over labor practices could harm Scale AI's reputation and financial standing.
Controversial stance on DEI may deter potential talent and partnerships, affecting growth.
Expansion in San Francisco could increase operational costs amid uncertain economic conditions.

Differentiation

Scale AI offers comprehensive data annotation for AI, unlike competitors focusing on single modalities.
The platform supports diverse clients, from tech giants to government agencies, enhancing its versatility.
Scale AI's commitment to AI safety initiatives sets it apart in responsible AI development.

Upsides

Growing demand for AI data annotation boosts Scale AI's market potential and client base.
Expansion into defense applications opens new revenue streams and strategic partnerships.
Partnerships with AI safety organizations enhance Scale AI's reputation as a responsible AI leader.

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