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Accounting Manager

Groq

Groq

Accounting & Finance, Sales & Business Development
Palo Alto, CA, USA
USD 117k-158k / year + Equity
Posted on Sep 17, 2025
Accounting Manager
Palo Alto, CA
Finance & Accounting
Remote
Full-time
About Groq
Groq delivers fast, efficient AI inference. Our LPU-based system powers GroqCloud™, giving businesses and developers the speed and scale they need. From our Bay Area roots to our growing global presence, we are on a mission to make high performance AI compute more accessible and affordable. When real-time AI is within reach, anything is possible. Build fast.
Accounting Manager
Mission:
Groq is looking for a highly skilled and detail-driven Accounting Manager to join our growing Finance team. Reporting to the Corporate Controller, this role is ideal for an experienced accounting professional with strong technical acumen, hands-on operational expertise, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-growth environment. You will be responsible for managing the close process, reviewing complex transactions, and ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting.
Responsibilities & opportunities in this role:
  • Own and manage the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes, including preparation, review, and coordination with cross-functional teams
  • Review and approve complex transactions with sensitivity to technical accounting standards, including ASC 606, ASC 842, ASC 350, and ASC 718
  • Manage accounts payable (AP) and accounts receivable (AR) functions to ensure accuracy and efficiency
  • Maintain and improve internal controls to support audit readiness and compliance
  • Collaborate with external consultants on domestic and international tax filings and ensure accurate global compliance
  • Serve as a subject matter expert in NetSuite, helping teams navigate the system and optimize usage for accurate reporting
  • Utilize and manage close processes through tools such as FloQast (or similar close management systems)
  • Partner with stakeholders across the organization to support financial initiatives and reporting accuracy
  • Contribute to process improvements and help scale accounting operations as the company grows
Ideal candidates have/are:
  • 6+ years of progressive accounting experience with a mix of private and public company experience; private accounting is required, public is a strong plus
  • Strong technical accounting knowledge, especially related to ASC 606, ASC 842, ASC 350, and ASC 718
  • Experience managing or running the close process, with proficiency using close management tools (e.g., FloQast)
  • Solid understanding of audit controls and preparation for external audits
  • Advanced proficiency in NetSuite and comfort navigating complex financial systems
  • Prior experience working with domestic and international tax matters, including coordination with third-party providers
  • Highly organized with exceptional attention to detail and ability to manage competing priorities
  • Strong operational mindset with a proactive approach to improving systems and processes
  • Big 4 public accounting experience strongly preferred
  • Experience managing people is a plus, but not required
Bonus If You Have
  • CPA or on the path toward certification
Attributes of a Groqster:
  • Humility - Egos are checked at the door
  • Collaborative & Team Savvy - We make up the smartest person in the room, together
  • Growth & Giver Mindset - Learn it all versus know it all, we share knowledge generously
  • Curious & Innovative - Take a creative approach to projects, problems, and design
  • Passion, Grit, & Boldness - no limit thinking, fueling informed risk taking
If this sounds like you, we’d love to hear from you!
Compensation: At Groq, a competitive base salary is part of our comprehensive compensation package, which includes equity and benefits. For this role, the base salary range is $117,000 to $158,000, determined by your skills, qualifications, experience and internal benchmarks.
Groq is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation, and pregnancy), age, disability, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
Groq complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We do not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any protected characteristic.
Groq is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with physical or mental disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete an application or to participate in the hiring process, please contact us at talent@groq.com. This contact is for accommodation requests only, which will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
All offers of employment are contingent upon verification of the applicant’s identity and employment authorization in accordance with federal law.
Groq encourages people with criminal record histories to apply for employment, and values diverse experiences, including prior contact with the criminal legal system. To that end, Groq welcomes such applicants in accordance with the California Fair Chance Act, Los Angeles City Fair Chance Act Ordinance, Los Angeles County Fair Chance Act Ordinance, and San Francisco Fair Chance Act Ordinance. Philadelphia applicants can review information pertaining to Philadelphia’s Fair Criminal Record Screening Standards Ordinance here: https://www.phila.gov/documents/fair-chance-hiring-law-poster.
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