Senior Technical Accountant at Credo in San Jose Office

Job description

Team Credo is looking for a Senior Technical Accountant to join our mission to transform connectivity at scale. This role will play a critical role in advancing semiconductor technologies through innovative design, development, and testing. This position offers opportunities for cross-functional collaboration in a high-tech environment, ideal for professionals passionate about microelectronics and integrated systems. Base salary range is $100,000 - $130,000 a year. The base salary offer will depend on factors such as education, experience, training, skills, qualifications, and location. This position is also eligible for a discretionary bonus, equity and a full range of medical and other benefits. Why Credo Purpose: We invest in what matters. From meaningful-future shaping projects to competitive compensation, we empower you to grow your career while making a lasting impact. People: Connection starts within. We collaborate, celebrate wins, and create an environment where everyone can do their best work. Possibilities: Our belief shapes what’s next. Our technology powers the most reliable and energy-efficient connections around the world – and our team powers new products and markets that come next. Responsibilities Research and analyze complex, non-routine accounting matters (e.g., revenue recognition, leases, business combinations, stock-based compensation) under U.S. GAAP and draft clear, well-supported technical accounting memos. Partner with business units on new transactions, contracts, and arrangements to assess accounting implications before deals close; support the design and documentation of accounting policies and position papers for consistent application across the company. Monitor emerging accounting standards and regulatory developments (FASB, SEC, PCAOB) and assess and communicate their impact to the organization. Prepare and review sections of periodic SEC filings (10-K, 10-Q, 8-K), including footnotes, MD&A support schedules, and XBRL tagging, ensuring accuracy and compliance; coordinate with external filing agents and support Audit Committee and Board materials on technical accounting and reporting matters. Coordinate the quarterly and annual close and reporting calendar across Accounting, FP&A, Legal, and Investor Relations; design, execute, and maintain SOX internal controls over technical accounting and external reporting, support testing and remediation, and drive process improvements, including automation, to improve accuracy, efficiency, and timeliness. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; CPA license required or in progress. Three to five years of progressive accounting experience, including public accounting (Big 4 or national firm) and/or public company technical accounting or external reporting. Demonstrated experience researching and documenting complex U.S. GAAP issues and drafting technical accounting memos, with deep working knowledge of U.S. GAAP and SEC reporting requirements (XBRL and disclosure management tools a plus). Hands-on experience preparing or reviewing SEC filings (10-K, 10-Q, 8-K) and related disclosures, and supporting external audit relationships and SOX internal control processes; proficiency with ERP and reporting systems (e.g., NetSuite, Workiva) and strong Excel skills. Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to translate technical accounting concepts for non-accounting audiences; strong analytical skills, sound judgment, and attention to detail under tight deadlines; proactive, collaborative, and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. About Credo Credo’s mission is to transform connectivity at scale through fast, reliable, and energy-efficient system solutions. Our high-speed copper and optical interconnect products deliver industry-leading power and performance at up to 1.6T to meet the ever-expanding data infrastructure demands of AI. Our product portfolio includes ZeroFlap (ZF) A