[Hiring] Accounting Manager @Pulumi

Role Description

Pulumi is seeking a hands-on Accounting Manager or Senior Accounting Manager to own and evolve our core accounting operations as we continue to scale. This is a high-ownership role suited for someone who thrives in a fast-moving startup environment—someone who can operate independently, build from first principles, and balance rigorous day-to-day execution with longer-term process development. You’ll work closely with the Head of Finance, playing a key role in shaping and scaling core accounting operations.

If you come from a public accounting background, enjoy the operational complexity of a high-growth SaaS environment, and want meaningful ownership over how a finance function is built, this is an opportunity to make a real impact.

In This Role, You Will:

• Lead the month, quarter, and year-end close procedures, including preparation and review of journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial statements.
• Ensure accuracy and completeness of all financial statement line items in accordance with U.S. GAAP.
• Conduct technical accounting research on complex issues and new pronouncements, assess their impact, and drive implementation.
• Oversee multi-state and country sales tax compliance, including reconciliation of tax liability accounts to the general ledger and management of filing processes.
• Establish and maintain a strong internal control environment aligned with public company readiness standards, including documentation of business workflows and accounting policies.
• Oversee accounts payable, accounts receivable, and billing workflows to ensure accurate revenue-related processing and timely collections.
• Partner with Sales and RevOps to ensure correct recording of revenue transactions under ASC 606.
• Process payroll for domestic and international employees and contractors, ensuring accurate and timely completion across jurisdictions.
• Identify gaps and efficiency opportunities across financial systems and workflows; implement scalable solutions and best practices.
• Leverage modern accounting tools and AI capabilities to increase team efficiency and reporting accuracy.

Qualifications

• 7 to 12 years of related accounting experience, including meaningful time in public accounting.
• Startup and/or high-growth tech company experience - ability to build processes under resource constraints and move fast without sacrificing accuracy.
• Effective operating in fast-paced environments, growth mindset, can be comfortable with ambiguity and shifting priorities.
• Proactively build or improve processes and controls while balancing speed and rigor.
• Deep expertise in US GAAP, particularly revenue recognition (ASC 606), lease accounting (ASC 842), and internal controls.
• Proven ability to manage audits and own external auditor relationships.
• Experience with accounting systems (Netsuite preferred), advanced proficiency in Excel and/or Google Sheets, and other modern finance tools.
• Experience with international payroll and multi-entity accounting.
• Ability to communicate complex financial concepts clearly to senior leadership and cross-functional partners.
• CPA strongly preferred but not required.

Requirements

• Base Salary Range: 150,000 to 170,000.
• All full-time employee offers at Pulumi include base salary, bonus or variable, equity, and benefits.

Benefits

• Healthcare Coverage: Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and supplemental insurance at no cost to U.S. employees.
• Time Off: Unlimited PTO policy encourages balance and rest — and requires employees to take at least three weeks off annually, plus 13 U.S. holidays.
• 401(k): U.S. employees are eligible for a 401(k) plan with an employer match.
• Parental Leave: 20 weeks of paid leave for birthing parents or primary caregivers, and 16 weeks for non-birthing parents or secondary caregivers.
• Remote-First Culture: Fully remote since 2020, supporting flexible work with asynchronous collaboration.
• Professional Development: Annual learning and development budget for growth and career goals.
• Equity Ownership: All employees receive equity and are empowered to think big and build the future of cloud together.
• Additional Support: Monthly wellness fund and quarterly happiness fund for team connection.