
Senior Accountant - Financial Reporting
- Canada
- Permanent
- Temps-plein
- You want to impact the industries that run our world: Your efforts will result in real-world impact-helping to keep the lights on, get food into grocery stores, reduce emissions, and most importantly, ensure workers return home safely.
- You are the architect of your own career: If you put in the work, this role won't be your last at Samsara. We set up our employees for success and have built a culture that encourages rapid career development, countless opportunities to experiment and master your craft in a hyper growth environment.
- You're energized by our opportunity: The vision we have to digitize large sectors of the global economy requires your full focus and best efforts to bring forth creative, ambitious ideas for our customers.
- You want to be with the best: At Samsara, we win together, celebrate together and support each other. You will be surrounded by a high-caliber team that will encourage you to do your best.
- Own the preparation and review of the Company's SEC filings, including Form 10-Qs, 10-Ks, 8-Ks, and annual proxy statements, as well as ensuring appropriate iXBRL tagging of related content in Workiva.
- Prepare the Company's consolidated financial statements (balance sheet, income statement, stockholders' equity, and cash flows) and footnote disclosures, and ensure they are presented in accordance with GAAP guidelines.
- Gather supporting data, perform tie outs and analysis for SEC filings.
- Perform flux analyses to support the quarter-end close and drafting of the MD&A.
- Identify proper accounting and disclosure and assist in performing related research and documentation of such issues in accounting whitepapers; propose suitable disclosures and benchmark against industry standards.
- Apply ASC 718 principles in the accounting and reporting for the Company's equity programs, including employee stock purchase plan, etc., including valuation and disclosures for external reporting.
- Work closely with external auditors to support the successful completion of SAS 100 quarterly reviews and annual audit.
- Prepare presentations, including review and tie out, for executive management and Audit Committee.
- Identify and implement process improvements and controls.
- Maintain the reporting calendar to inform stakeholders of necessary deadlines for the Form 10-Q/K and 8-K earnings compliance.
- Participate in special projects as required.
- Provide training and support on Workiva SEC Reporting Solution.
- Champion, role model, and embed Samsara's cultural principles (Focus on Customer Success, Build for the Long Term, Adopt a Growth Mindset, Be Inclusive, Win as a Team) as we scale globally and across new offices.
- Bachelor's degree, preferably in accounting.
- Minimum of 5 years of accounting experience.
- Minimum of 2 years of professional work experience in financial reporting, including at least 1 year of experience at a public company or public accounting firm.
- Experience with ASC 718 principles.
- Strong understanding of generally accepted accounting principles (US GAAP), accounting processes, and SOX requirements.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other accounting software.
- CPA.
- Experience prioritizing and managing time, working under strict deadlines, and ensuring compliance with company policies.
- Experience in tech and IPO is a plus.
- Must be a fast learner, multi-tasker with a strong desire to learn and have a 'can do' attitude.
- Strong initiative, intellectual curiosity, and willingness to take ownership of complex problems.
- Must be able to collaborate and communicate effectively.
- Experience with Workiva SEC Reporting Solution and iXBRL review. Experience with NetSuite and/or Schwab EquiView is a plus.
- Critical thinker, able to implement scalable processes.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, and analytical skills.
- Strong organization skills with exceptional attention to detail and follow-through.