Technical Accounting Lead

About the role

• Technical Accounting Lead | Tesla (Finance)
• Location: AUSTIN, Texas | Req ID: 269909 | Job Type: Full-time
• What to Expect

Tesla is looking for a Technical Accountant Lead that will report directly to the Technical Accounting Manager. This role will be part of the Corporate Controllers team responsible for the accounting and reporting of significant accounting transactions, special projects, and SEC reporting.

The ideal candidate is familiar with US GAAP and technical accounting subjects, such as revenue recognition, software costs, leases, stock-based compensation, debt and equity instruments, business combinations, variable interest entities, going concern and impairments, as well as SEC reporting processes on Forms 10-K and 10-Q.

The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of accounting processes and best practices. The ideal candidate must be detail-oriented, have strong organization and communication skills, and be very self-motivated and efficient.

This role is an excellent opportunity to join a lean and passionate team at a fast-growing company. The role requires someone who has experience operating in a public company environment with the associated reporting deadlines and requires 'out of the box' thinking to make processes more efficient and streamlined.

What You'll Do

• Independently research accounting guidance for unique, non-routine, and complex business transactions to develop appropriate accounting treatments
• Prepare high-quality technical accounting memorandums on complex transactions
• Assist in the preparation and review of corporate accounting policies and procedures
• Analyze new and proposed accounting standards, determine the impact on Tesla, and implement new accounting standards as required
• Work cross-functionally with other groups (e.g., FP&A, Legal, external auditors) to ensure timely identification of accounting and financial reporting matters
• Assist with preparing and reviewing Forms 10-Q, 10-K, and other required SEC form filings Identify and implement

What You'll Bring

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, or equivalent experience
• Active CPA and Big 4 public accounting experience required
• 5-7 years of progressive experience, including auditing, financial reporting, and/or technical accounting experience
• Evidence of exceptional ability
• Strong understanding of GAAP, as well as the ability to clearly and concisely document and effectively communicate complex accounting and reporting issues to finance and non-finance personnel
• Highly effective communication skills, both verbal and written
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, prioritize appropriately, and handle multiple tasks simultaneously

Benefits

Along with competitive pay, as a full-time Tesla employee, you are eligible for the following benefits at day 1 of hire:

• Medical plans > plan options with $0 payroll deduction
• Family-building, fertility, adoption and surrogacy benefits
• Dental (including orthodontic coverage) and vision plans, both have options with a $0 paycheck contribution
• Company Paid (Health Savings Accounts) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High-Deductible medical plan with HSA
• Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• 401(k) with employer match, Employee Stock Purchase Plans, and other financial benefits
• Company paid Basic Life, AD&D
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance (90 day waiting period)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Sick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary positions, Accrued hours for Hourly positions), and Paid Holidays
• Back-up childcare and parenting support resources
• Voluntary benefits to include: critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident insurance, theft & legal services, and pet insurance
• Weight Loss and Tobacco Cessation Programs
• Tesla Babies program
• Commuter benefits
• Employee discounts and perks program
• Earned Wage Access: Real-time pay access paid daily, subject to eligibility and schedule (applicable for below Sr. Managers levels)