Accounting Manager

About Pulumi Pulumi is the leading infrastructure-as-code platform, enabling engineering teams to define, deploy, and manage cloud infrastructure using the programming languages they already know. Thousands of organizations — from fast-growing startups to global enterprises — rely on Pulumi to ship infrastructure faster and with greater confidence. About the Role Pulumi is seeking a hands-on Accounting Manager or Senior Accounting Manager to own and evolve our core accounting operations as we continue to scale. This is a high-ownership role suited for someone who thrives in a fast-moving startup environment—someone who can operate independently, build from first principles, and balance rigorous day-to-day execution with longer-term process development. You’ll work closely with the Head of Finance, playing a key role in shaping and scaling core accounting operations. If you come from a public accounting background, enjoy the operational complexity of a high-growth SaaS environment, and want meaningful ownership over how a finance function is built, this is an opportunity to make a real impact. At Pulumi, you’ll be challenged, continue learning, share knowledge with others, and collaborate with a talented and supportive team. While Pulumi is headquartered in Seattle, WA., we are dedicated to being a remote first company. This role can be located remotely in the United States. In This Role, You Will: Lead the month, quarter, and year-end close procedures, including preparation and review of journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial statements. Ensure accuracy and completeness of all financial statement line items in accordance with U.S. GAAP. Conduct technical accounting research on complex issues and new pronouncements, assess their impact, and drive implementation. Oversee multi-state and country sales tax compliance, including reconciliation of tax liability accounts to the general ledger and management of filing processes. Establish and maintain a strong internal control environment aligned with public company readiness standards, including documentation of business workflows and accounting policies. Oversee accounts payable, accounts receivable, and billing workflows to ensure accurate revenue-related processing and timely collections. Partner with Sales and RevOps to ensure correct recording of revenue transactions under ASC 606. Process payroll for domestic and international employees and contractors, ensuring accurate and timely completion of across jurisdictions. Identify gaps and efficiency opportunities across financial systems and workflows; implement scalable solutions and best practices. Leverage modern accounting tools and AI capabilities to increase team efficiency and reporting accuracy. We’re Looking For Someone With: 7 to 12 years of related accounting experience, including meaningful time in public accounting. Startup and/or high-growth tech company experience - ability to build processes under resource constraints and move fast without sacrificing accuracy. Effective operating in fast paced environments, growth mindset, can be comfortable with ambiguity and shifting priorities. Proactively build or improve processes and controls while balancing speed and rigor. Deep expertise in US GAAP, particularly revenue recognition (ASC 606), lease accounting (ASC 842), and internal controls. Proven ability to manage audits and own external auditor relationships. Experience with accounting systems (Netsuite preferred), advanced proficiency in Excel and/or Google Sheets, and other modern finance tools. Experience with international payroll and multi-entity accounting. Ability to communicate complex financial concepts clearly to senior leadership and cross-functional partners. CPA strongly preferred but not required Compensation Base Salary Range: 150,000 to 170,000 All full-time employee offers at Pulumi include base salary, bonus or variable, equity and benefits (details below ... (truncated, view full listing at source)