Senior Accounting Manager - Sunnyvale, CA

Cerebras Systems builds the world's largest AI chip, 56 times larger than GPUs. Our novel wafer-scale architecture provides the AI compute power of dozens of GPUs on a single chip, with the programming simplicity of a single device. This approach allows Cerebras to deliver indust ...

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Cerebras Systems builds the world's largest AI chip, 56 times larger than GPUs. Our novel wafer-scale architecture provides the AI compute power of dozens of GPUs on a single chip, with the programming simplicity of a single device. This approach allows Cerebras to deliver industry-leading training and inference speeds and empowers machine learning users to effortlessly run large-scale ML applications, without the hassle of managing hundreds of GPUs or TPUs.  

Cerebras' current customers include top model labs, global enterprises, and cutting-edge AI-native startups. OpenAI recently announced a multi-year partnership with Cerebras, to deploy 750 megawatts of scale, transforming key workloads with ultra high-speed inference. 

Thanks to the groundbreaking wafer-scale architecture, Cerebras Inference offers the fastest Generative AI inference solution in the world, over 10 times faster than GPU-based hyperscale cloud inference services. This order of magnitude increase in speed is transforming the user experience of AI applications, unlocking real-time iteration and increasing intelligence via additional agentic computation.

About The Role

We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Senior Accounting Manager to join our corporate accounting team. This role is responsible for overseeing general ledger accounting operations, ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting in compliance with U.S. GAAP.

Responsibilities 

• Manage the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statement close processes globally in accordance with US GAAP, including preparation and review of journal entries, account reconciliations, and variance analysis for cash, prepaids, accruals, inter-company, OPEX and various other accounts.
• Support the external reporting function by providing account reconciliation and analysis reports for statements of cash flow and financial statement footnotes and disclosures preparation.
• Support quarterly, annual and interim external audits including preparation of audit schedules and responding to auditor requests
• Support Assistant Controller for the day-to-day financial activities (including chart of accounts maintenance, foreign subsidiaries, and intercompany accounting) for accuracy while ensuring compliance with US GAAP, local statutory accounting requirements and internal policies
• Maintain effective internal controls over general ledger accounting records including account reconciliations and journal entries
• Support state sales and use taxes filing quarterly; semi-annually; or annually for CA and other states by providing sales and purchase transactions to Avalara (online sales and use taxes filing tool)
• Collaborate with other departments to ensure that accounting information is accurate and timely
• Implement best practices and process design improvements and ensure compliance with US GAAP, and policies and procedures
• Ad hoc projects as needed

Skills And Qualifications   

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, or related field (required)
• CPA certification (preferred)
• 6+ years of progressive accounting experience with 3+ years Big 4 audit experience and 3+ years in a public company environment is preferred
• Ability to solve problems and work with large volumes of data
• Previous experience to lead initiatives to ensure efficient and effective accounting closes is a must
• Must have an understanding of internal controls and auditing processes
• Proficiency in ERP systems skills and strong knowledge of NetSuite is a must
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills; ability to work with large data sets and pivot tables
• Strong leadership, communication and collaboration skills to work cross-functionally

Why Join Cerebras

People who are serious about software make their own hardware. At Cerebras we have built a breakthrough architecture that is unlocking new opportunities for the AI industry. With dozens of model releases and rapid growth, we've reached an inflection  point in our business. Members of our team tell us there are five main reasons they joined Cerebras:

1. Build a breakthrough AI platform beyond the constraints of the GPU.
2. Publish and open source their cutting-edge AI research.
3. Work on one of the fastest AI supercomputers in the world.
4. Enjoy job stability with startup vitality.
5. Our simple, non-corporate work culture that respects individual beliefs.

Read our blog: Five Reasons to Join Cerebras in 2026.

Apply today and become part of the forefront of groundbreaking advancements in AI

Cerebras Systems is committed to creating an equal and diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate different backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We believe inclusive teams build better products and companies. We try every day to build a work environment that empowers people to do their best work through continuous learning, growth and support of those around them.

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