Lambda

Senior Accountant - Fixed Assets

Lambda$90K — $130K *
Legal & Accounting
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of fixed asset or general ledger accounting experience, preferably in high-growth tech sectors.
  • Strong knowledge of US GAAP and relevant ASC standards.
  • Experience with ERP systems like NetSuite or SAP; fixed asset subledger experience is desirable.
  • Detail-oriented with excellent analytical skills.
  • Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines in fast-paced environments.
  • Effective communication skills for explaining accounting concepts to non-financial stakeholders.

Responsibilities

  • Manage the complete fixed asset lifecycle, ensuring compliance with US GAAP.
  • Maintain the fixed asset subledger and reconcile with the general ledger.
  • Calculate and record monthly depreciation for various asset types.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams for capital expenditure evaluations.
  • Prepare fixed asset roll-forward and depreciation schedules for reporting.
  • Support external audits with relevant fixed asset information and reconciliations.
  • Enhance existing processes and employ automation in fixed asset tracking.

Benefits

  • Generous cash and equity compensation.
  • Health, dental, and vision coverage for you and dependents.
  • Wellness and commuter stipends for select roles.
  • 401k Plan with 2% company match.
  • Flexible paid time off plan that encourages actual usage.
Full Job Description
What You'll Do
  • Own the end-to-end fixed asset lifecycle: capitalization, transfers, disposals, write-offs, and impairment assessments in accordance with US GAAP (ASC 360).
  • Maintain and reconcile the fixed asset subledger, ensuring accuracy and completeness against the general ledger.
  • Calculate and record monthly depreciation for all asset classes (GPU hardware, data center infrastructure, leasehold improvements, furniture & fixtures, and software).
  • Partner with Supply Chain and DC Ops teams to evaluate capital vs. expense treatment for new hardware and infrastructure purchases.
  • Prepare and review fixed asset roll-forward schedules, depreciation schedules, and supporting documentation for monthly and quarterly close.
  • Support external audit requests related to fixed assets, including providing schedules, reconciliations, and explanations of accounting positions.
  • Assist in the development and enforcement of the company's capitalization policy and related accounting procedures.
  • Identify and implement process improvements to the fixed asset tracking and close processes, leveraging automation where possible.
  • Collaborate with Tax to provide fixed asset data for tax depreciation schedules and support tax provision work.
  • Assist in financial statement disclosures related to PP&E as part of the quarterly and annual reporting process.

You
  • Have 5+ years of fixed asset or general ledger accounting experience, with at least 2 years in a high-growth technology or infrastructure company.
  • Have strong working knowledge of US GAAP, including ASC 360 (PP&E), ASC 350-40 (internal-use software), and ASC 842 (leases).
  • Have experience with ERP systems (e.g., NetSuite, SAP, or Oracle); experience with fixed asset subledger modules is a plus.
  • Bring strong analytical skills with a high degree of attention to detail and accuracy.
  • Have a proven ability to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
  • Are an effective communicator who can clearly explain accounting concepts to non-accounting stakeholders.

Nice to Have
  • Experience in a hardware-intensive technology company (data centers, cloud infrastructure, semiconductors, or similar).
  • Familiarity with GPU or compute hardware procurement and asset tracking.
  • Experience with FloQast or a similar close management tool.
  • Prior involvement in audit readiness or preparation for an IPO or fundraising process.
  • Hold a CPA license or are on the CPA track.

Salary Range Information

The annual salary range for this position has been set based on market data and other factors. However, a salary higher or lower than this range may be appropriate for a candidate whose qualifications differ meaningfully from those listed in the job description.

About Lambda
  • Founded in 2012, with 500+ employees, and growing fast
  • Our investors notably include TWG Global, US Innovative Technology Fund (USIT), Andra Capital, SGW, Andrej Karpathy, ARK Invest, Fincadia Advisors, G Squared, In-Q-Tel (IQT), KHK & Partners, NVIDIA, Pegatron, Supermicro, Wistron, Wiwynn, Gradient Ventures, Mercato Partners, SVB, 1517, and Crescent Cove
  • We have research papers accepted at top machine learning and graphics conferences, including NeurIPS, ICCV, SIGGRAPH, and TOG
  • Our values are publicly available: https://lambda.ai/careers
  • We offer generous cash & equity compensation
  • Health, dental, and vision coverage for you and your dependents
  • Wellness and commuter stipends for select roles
  • 401k Plan with 2% company match (USA employees)
  • Flexible paid time off plan that we all actually use

A Final Note:

You do not need to match all of the listed expectations to apply for this position. We are committed to building a team with a variety of backgrounds, experiences, and skills.

About Lambda

Lambda is an online education company that offers courses in computer science and software engineering. The company was founded in 2017 by Austen Allred and Ben Nelson. Lambda's courses are designed to be accessible to anyone, regardless of their background or prior experience. The company's mission is to provide high-quality education that leads to well-paying jobs in the tech industry. Lambda has partnerships with a number of companies, including Amazon, Google, and Microsoft, and has helped thousands of students launch careers in tech.
Learn more about Lambda
Size
1,000 employees
Industry
Net Income
-$5 million
Founded
2017
5 Year Trend
+100%
Revenue
$100 million
NASDAQ

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