Luminary · 10 hours ago
Senior Accounting Manager
San Mateo, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
7+ years expLuminary is a high-growth, venture-backed startup delivering a cloud-native simulation platform for engineers. They are seeking a Senior Accounting Manager to lead the transition of accounting functions in-house, manage complex revenue models, and ensure compliance and audit readiness.
Hospitality
Responsibilities
Lead the In-Sourcing Strategy
Function Migration: Project manage the transition of all accounting activities from our outsourced firm to an internal function
Systems Architecture: Evaluate, select, and implement a scalable ERP, and integrate our financial tech stack (Stripe, Ramp, etc.)
Process Design: Build the "Luminary Accounting Playbook", establishing SOPs for month-end close, AP/AR, and payroll
Specialized Revenue & Transaction Management
Stripe Ecosystem: Own the end-to-end integration of Stripe for payment processing. Manage the reconciliation of transactions against the general ledger
Complex Revenue Recognition: Direct the accounting for ASC 606 compliance across diverse models:
SaaS Subscriptions: Managing recurring monthly/annual contracts
Consumption/Usage Models: Implementing and accounting for metered billing, credit-based systems, and overages
Metric Reporting: Partner with Ops to ensure accuracy in key metrics like ARR, Net Dollar Retention (NDR), etc
Hands-On Financial Operations
The Close: Execute the full-cycle month-end close process with speed and precision
Internal Controls: Design and implement rigorous internal controls to safeguard assets and ensure audit readiness from day one
Tax & Compliance: Oversee sales tax, R&D tax credits, and state/federal filings
Audit Preparedness & Compliance
Audit Lead: Serve as the primary point of contact for external auditors. You will be responsible for preparing the "PBC" (Provided by Client) list, managing schedules, and explaining technical accounting treatments
Internal Controls: Build a robust control environment (SOX-lite) early. This includes formalizing month-end checklists, segregation of duties, and rigorous documentation of manual journal entries
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance; CPA required
Proven track record of building an accounting department from the ground up (in-sourcing experience)
Direct experience with Stripe (Billing, Revenue Recognition, and Data Export)
Deep understanding of consumption-based business models (metered billing/usage)
Expert-level Excel skills and experience implementing mid-market ERPs
Strong history of successfully managing Big 4 or mid-tier external audits
Company
Luminary
Luminary Travel creates bespoke, personalized travel experiences that reflect our clients' aspirations, desires, and values.
2-10 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageLeadership Team
Eric Grayson
Founder and CEO
Jason Kringstein
Partner, Board Member
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