Samara · 14 hours ago
Corporate Accounting Manager
Los Gatos, CA
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
$175K/yr - $200K/yr
5+ years expSamara is tackling California’s housing shortage by providing sustainable housing solutions. They are seeking a Corporate Accounting Manager to build and scale a strong accounting foundation, overseeing financial reporting and partnering cross-functionally to ensure financial accuracy as operations grow in complexity.
ArchitectureHome and GardenHome DecorHome RenovationInterior Design
Responsibilities
Own the monthly, quarterly, and annual close process, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting
Prepare and review journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules across core balance sheet and P&L accounts
Oversee inventory, WIP, and cost accounting in partnership with supply chain and manufacturing teams
Support implementation and optimization of ERP workflows (NetSuite), including purchasing, receiving, inventory, and fixed assets
Assist with the development and maintenance of accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls as the company scales
Partner cross-functionally with Operations, Supply Chain, FP&A, and Manufacturing to ensure accounting treatment aligns with business reality
Manage external audit, tax, and advisory relationships, including preparation of audit schedules and support
Identify opportunities for process improvement, automation, and standardization to improve accuracy and efficiency
Support special projects such as new entity setup, system implementations, and operational scaling initiatives
Provide mentorship and day-to-day guidance to junior accounting staff as the team grows
Qualification
Required
5–8 years of progressive accounting experience, including experience in a senior accountant or accounting manager role
Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance; CPA strongly preferred
Experience in manufacturing, construction, or inventory-heavy environments strongly preferred
Strong working knowledge of U.S. GAAP, including inventory, revenue recognition, and fixed assets
Hands-on experience with NetSuite or similar ERP systems
Proven ability to operate in a fast-paced, evolving environment with limited structure
Strong attention to detail with the ability to step back and understand the broader business context
Clear, effective communicator comfortable partnering with non-finance stakeholders
Self-starter mindset with a willingness to build, improve, and own processes end-to-end
Preferred
Experience in modular construction, off-site manufacturing, or prefabricated building environments, including accounting for factory builds, work-in-process, and long lead-time materials
Working knowledge of construction project accounting, including job costing, percentage-of-completion (POC), cost-to-complete forecasting, and change order accounting
Exposure to fund or partnership accounting, including capital contributions, distributions, waterfalls, and investor reporting
Understanding of standard costing or hybrid costing models within manufacturing environments
Benefits
Hybrid work schedule with 3 days per week in our Redwood City office.
Snacks and lunch provided on in-office days.
Early-stage employee equity.
Exceptional health, dental, and vision insurance.
401(k) eligibility after 6 months.
Flexible PTO policy.
Company
Samara
Samara is a home services company that provides home renovation, interior design, and architectural services.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$75MKey Investors
Thrive Capital
2025-09-17Series B· $34M
2023-10-30Series A· $41M
Leadership Team
Joe G.
Co-Founder
Recent News
San Bernardino Sun
2025-12-27
GlobeNewswire
2025-12-18
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