Technical Accounting and SEC Reporting Analyst

Welcome to Planet. We believe in using space to help life on Earth.

Planet designs builds and operates the largest constellation of imaging satellites in history. This constellation delivers an unprecedented dataset of empirical information via a revolutionary cloud-based platform to authoritative figures in commercial environmental and humanitarian sectors. We are both a space company and data company all rolled into one.

Customers and users across the globe use Planets data to develop new technologies drive revenue power research and solve our worlds toughest obstacles.

As we control every component of hardware design manufacturing data processing and software engineering our office is a truly inspiring mix of experts from a variety of domains.

We have a people-centric approach toward culture and community and we strive to iterate in a way that puts our team members first and prepares our company for growth. Join Planet and be a part of our mission to change the way people see the world.

Planet is a global company with employees working remotely world wide and joining us from offices in San Francisco Washington DC Germany Austria Slovenia and The Netherlands.

About the Role:

The Accounting team at Planet is seeking an extremely motivated and experienced Technical Accounting and SEC Reporting Analyst as we continue to scale and grow. As a Technical Accounting and SEC Reporting Analyst at Planet you are someone who is able to roll up your sleeves for hands-on experience supporting the financial reporting process for a company that creates meaningful change. You will play a critical role in developing and implementing accounting policies enhancing our financial reporting processes and building a strong technical accounting foundation. This role will work closely with cross-functional teams and external auditors to ensure accuracy compliance and transparency in our financial reporting. To be successful in this role you must have excellent accounting knowledge pay attention to detail and embrace challenges as opportunities for success to expand and grow with the company.

This is a full-time hybrid role which will require you to work from our San Francisco office 3 days per week.

Impact Youll Own:

• Support the development documentation and implementation of accounting policies and procedures ensuring compliance with US GAAP and relevant accounting standards
• Support the month-end and quarter-end close processes with specific oversight of complex technical accounting areas
• Research and document technical accounting positions on emerging or complex issues such as equity transactions business combinations and leases
• Prepare and review financial statements footnotes and supporting schedules
• Partner with cross-functional teams to assess and document accounting implications of new business initiatives contracts and transactions
• Collaborate with external auditors to provide supporting documentation and technical accounting memorandum
• Drive continuous improvement of accounting processes controls and automation
• Mentor and develop team members providing guidance on technical accounting matters
• Support special projects including system implementations and process improvements
• Stay current on accounting standards and regulatory developments implementing changes as needed

What You Bring:

• 2 years of accounting experience in a financial reporting or Big 4 Accounting Firm Audit role
• Bachelors degree in Accounting Finance or other quantitative major
• Deep knowledge of US GAAP and experience with technical accounting research
• Proficiency with accounting systems (NetSuite and Workiva / DFIN ActiveDisclosure preferred) and Excel
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to explain complex accounting concepts to non-accounting stakeholders
• Solid organizational and time-management abilities
• A keen attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
• Self-starter able to work independently and meet deadlines
• Thrive in a dynamic evolving environment
• Deeply curious and driven to learn

What Makes You Stand Out:

• Hold a CPA license
• Experience working in a high-growth technology environment
• Experience with SaaS or consumption-based business models
• Knowledge of SEC reporting requirements
• Experience implementing new accounting standards
• Proficiency in process automation and system implementations
• A knack for simplifying complex concepts and building scalable processes
• Comfort handling ambiguity and working with minimal supervision
• Initiative to apply knowledge and recommend well-considered improvements
• Experience with NetSuite

Application Deadline:

June 29 2026 at 11:59p PT

Benefits While Working at Planet:

These offerings are dependent on employment type and geographical location based upon applicable law or company policy.

• Comprehensive Medical Dental and Vision plans
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with a company contribution
• Generous Paid Time Off in addition to holidays and company-wide days off
• 16 Weeks of Paid Parental Leave
• Wellness Program and Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Home Office Reimbursement
• Monthly Phone and Internet Reimbursement
• Tuition Reimbursement and access to LinkedIn Learning
• Equity
• Commuter Benefits (if local to an office)
• Volunteering Paid Time Off

Compensation:

The US base salary range for this full-time position at the commencement of employment is listed below. Additionally this role might be eligible for discretionary short-term and long-term incentives (bonus and equity). The final salary range is determined by job related experience skills and location. The range displays our typical hiring range for new hire salaries in US locations only. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process.

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Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Why we care so much about Belonging.
Were dedicated to helping the whole Planet and to do that we must strive to represent all of it within each of our offices and on all of our teams. Thats why Planet is guided by an ultimate north star of Belongingdreaming big as we approach our ongoing work. If this job intrigues you but youre thinking you might not have all the qualifications please... do apply! At Planet we are looking for well-rounded people from around the world who can contribute to more ways than just what is listed in this job description. We dont just fill positions we aspire to fulfill peoples careers most excited about folks who are motivated by our underlying humanitarian efforts. We are a few orbits around the sun before we get to where we want to be so we hope youre excited to come along for the ride.

EEO statement:
Planet is committed to building a community where everyone belongs and we invite people from all backgrounds to apply. Planet is an equal opportunity employer and committed to providing employment opportunities regardless of race religious creed color national origin ancestry physical disability mental disability medical condition genetic information marital status sex gender gender identity gender expression pregnancy childbirth and breastfeeding age sexual orientation military or veteran status or any other protected classification in accordance with applicable federal state and local laws. Know Your Rights.

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