General Ledger Accounting Manager
Palo Alto, CA - USA
Job Summary
Globality is the autonomous sourcing platform to manage the entire intake to award process.
At Globality we build agentic technology that transforms how global enterprises source goods and services autonomously at scale and without the inefficiencies that have defined procurement for decades. Our platform interprets purchase intent generates sourcing materials evaluates suppliers and executes negotiation strategies without manual intervention.
The Role
The General Ledger Accounting Manager plays a central role on Globalitys accounting team owning the general ledger functions that keep the business running accurately as it scales month-end close account reconciliations and technical accounting projects. Youll have real ownership over how these processes work with the latitude to identify and drive improvements rather than just execute a fixed playbook.
This role suits someone who wants more than a narrow siloed accounting job: youll partner directly with the VP Controller and colleagues across finance and other functions globally work on technical areas like revenue recognition and lease accounting and help shape the systems and processes Globalitys finance function runs on as the company grows. Strong GAAP knowledge and a SOX-compliant mindset are essential and prior experience at a growing SaaS company will help you move quickly here.
What You Will Do
- Own month-end close. Manage the close process end to end preparing monthly reconciliations reporting and related deliverables on schedule.
- Analyze financial results. Prepare monthly flux analysis of balance sheet and income statement accounts identifying and explaining variances.
- Maintain compliance filings. Oversee annual state and local registrations to keep Globality in good standing across jurisdictions.
- Support audit and tax. Assist with year end audits and annual tax return preparation serving as a key point of contact for auditors and tax advisors.
- Contribute to technical accounting. Assist with revenue recognition lease accounting and other technical accounting projects as they arise.
- Improve how the team works. Identify recommend and lead process improvements and financial system enhancements and take on special projects as needed.
- Develop the team. Collaborate and cross-train with other members of the accounting team to build bench strength and consistency.
What You Bring
- 5 years of progressive accounting experience
- Strong understanding of GAAP and FASB financial reporting principles
- Experience with NetSuite or an equivalent ERP system
- Strong Excel skills
- A SOX-compliant mindset and solid analytical/problem-solving skills
- Strong attention to detail and pride in the quality of your workpapers
- Effective communicator both written and oral with the ability to lead and influence across teams
- Proven ability to prioritize and manage workload in a fast-paced environment
- BS in Finance Accounting or related field
- Genuine interest in using AI tools to work more efficiently comfortable experimenting with new tools and finding ways to apply them to close reconciliations and reporting
Nice to have:
- CPA license
- Experience at a growing SaaS or technology company
- Familiarity with Airbase (Paylocity for Finance) and Carta
Why Globality
The opportunity is enormous. Enterprise procurement is one of the last major business functions to be transformed by AI. Were not optimizing at the margins were fundamentally rethinking how trillions of dollars get spent.
The team is world-class.Our leadership team brings decades of experience from leading global enterprises and our culture is built for people who want real ownership not titles.
Youll have real impact. This isnt a role where you execute someone elses playbook. Youll shape the strategy build the programs and see the direct business impact of your work.
We work together literally. Were in-office four days a week in Palo Alto because the best ideas -- and the fastest decisions -- happen face to face. One day a week is yours to work wherever youre most effective.
The anticipated annual base salary range for this position is $100000 - $200000. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as experience skills and location. This information is provided in accordance with the California Equal Pay Act. We are an equal opportunity employer and participate in the E-Verify program. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace and do not discriminate on the basis of race color gender sexual orientation gender identity religion national origin age disability or any other protected status.
Required Experience:
Manager
About Company
Globality is the leader in autonomous sourcing. Using sophisticated AI, the platform creates precisely scoped requirements, identifies the most qualified suppliers, provides negotiation insights, and enables data-driven decisions.