About Upstart
Upstart is a leading AI lending marketplace partnering with banks and credit unions to expand access to affordable credit. By leveraging Upstart's AI marketplace, Upstart-powered banks and credit unions can have higher approval rates and lower loss rates across races, ages, and genders, while simultaneously delivering the exceptional digital-first lending experience their customers demand. More than two-thirds of Upstart loans are approved instantly and are fully automated.
Upstart is a digital-first company, which means that most Upstarters can live and work anywhere in the U.S. We also have offices in San Mateo, California; Columbus, Ohio; and Austin, Texas.
Most Upstarters join us because they connect with our mission of enabling access to effortless credit based on true risk. If you are energized by the impact you can make at Upstart, we’d love to hear from you!
The Team
As the Technical Accounting and Financial Reporting Director, you are a highly skilled and experienced accounting professional who is excited to lead a critically important function for a young public company. You are the owner of the Company’s accounting policies and a key partner for our product development, capital markets, and legal teams on a variety of projects and initiatives requiring technical accounting and financial reporting analysis. You have deep and broad knowledge of US GAAP and are an expert in several topics, including stock-based compensation, revenue, derivatives, and consolidations.
You own Upstart’s SEC reporting calendar and lead preparation and completion of our SEC filings. As part of this work, you closely coordinate with multiple internal stakeholders, including the executive team. You lead the work with the Company's Disclosure Committee and periodically present at the Audit Committee meetings.
You thrive in the fast-paced environment that values problem solving skills and deep technical expertise. You enjoy sharing your accounting expertise with different audiences. You have extensive experience working with independent auditors.
You are part of the CFO organization and report to the VP-Finance and Corporate Controller.
Position Location - T his role is available in the following locations: San Mateo, CA.
Time Zone Requirements - this team operates on the West Coast time zone.
Travel Requirements - This is a hybrid role. The team meets in person in the office a couple of times a week and works remotely the rest of the time.
How you’ll make an impact:
Build a strong team of technical accounting and SEC reporting professionals.
Oversee and direct technical accounting research and analysis on a variety of complex accounting topics. Lead communications with independent auditors, including those related to National Office consultations.
Manage all stages of preparation and completion of SEC filings (10-Ks, 10-Qs, 8-Ks). Be a key stakeholder in decisions related to financial and non-financial disclosures. Analyze and address comments from internal and external stakeholders, including the Disclosure Committee, the Audit Committee, and the auditors.
Work closely with the accounting operations/GL team on operationalizing technical accounting decisions and conclusions.
Own several processes and internal controls over financial reporting.
Monitor changes and lead implementation of new accounting pronouncements. Explain upcoming changes and their impact to various internal stakeholders.
Contribute to preparation of materials for the Audit Committee meetings.
Drive planning and adoption of new tools to enable efficiency and accuracy.
Manage relationships with key service providers, including independent auditors.
What we’re looking for:
Minimum qualifications:
Active CPA license and thorough technical accounting knowledge of US GAAP (especially ASC 718, 606, 810, 815, and 860) and SEC reporting standards
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field
10+ years of relevant experience, including technical accounting, public accounting experience and industry experience in public companies
Preferred qualifications:
Proven record of building and leading effective professional teams
Excitement to lead both technical accounting and SEC reporting functions
Experience in designing and maintaining internal controls over financial reporting
Proficiency with technical accounting research tools and SEC reporting tools (Workiva, Intelligize)
Superior oral and written communication skills
Strong continuous improvement mindset
What you'll love:
Competitive Compensation (base + bonus & equity)
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with Health Savings Account contributions from Upstart
401(k) with 100% company match up to $4,500 and immediate vesting and after-tax savings
Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
Life and disability insurance
Generous holiday, vacation, sick and safety leave
Supportive parental, family care, and military leave programs
Annual wellness, technology & ergonomic reimbursement programs
Social activities including team events and onsites, all-company updates, employee resource groups (ERGs), and other interest groups such as book clubs, fitness, investing, and volunteering
Catered lunches + snacks & drinks when working in offices
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At Upstart, your base pay is one part of your total compensation package. The anticipated base salary for this position is expected to be within this range. Your actual base pay will depend on your geographic location–with our “digital first” philosophy, Upstart uses compensation regions that vary depending on location. Individual pay is also determined by job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process.
In addition, Upstart provides employees with target bonuses, equity compensation, and generous benefits packages (including medical, dental, vision, and 401k). Sales positions generally offer a competitive On Target Earnings (OTE) incentive compensation structure. The salary listed below for sales roles is On Target Earnings which includes both salary and commission, assuming 100% target achievement. United States | Remote - Anticipated Base Salary Range $195,000 — $260,500 USD
Upstart is a proud Equal Opportunity Employer. We are dedicated to ensuring that underrepresented classes receive better access to affordable credit, and are just as committed to embracing diversity and inclusion in our hiring practices. We celebrate all cultures, backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences, and know that we can only become better together.
If you require reasonable accommodation in completing an application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please email candidate_accommodations@upstart.com
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Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $195,000.00 - $260,000.00 per year
Benefits:
Supplemental pay types:
Work Location: Hybrid remote in San Mateo, CA 94403
Flexible Work Schedule (Opening / Closing Shifts, Weekday / Weekend Shifts). In-Depth Training Program On All Essential Job Functions.
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