Director, Infrastructure Accounting

Job Description

Job Description:\n\n CoreWeave is The Essential Cloud for AI™. Built for pioneers by pioneers, CoreWeave delivers a platform of technology, tools, and teams that enables innovators to build and scale AI with confidence. Trusted by leading AI labs, startups, and global enterprises, CoreWeave combines superior infrastructure performance with deep technical expertise to accelerate breakthroughs and turn compute into capability. Founded in 2017, CoreWeave became a publicly traded company (Nasdaq: CRWV) in March 2025. Learn more at What You'll Do CoreWeave is deploying capital at a scale few companies in history have matched, building and operating a rapidly expanding global fleet of wholly-owned data centers that power the next wave of AI. As Director, Infrastructure Accounting, you will own the financial accounting lifecycle of that buildout—from the first shovel in the ground through the full operating life of each asset and its eventual retirement. This role reports to the Senior Director, Lease, Joint Ventures, VIE and Construction Accounting. You will be the company's operational authority on data center construction accounting, PP&E lifecycle management, and the reporting and forecasting that give leadership clear visibility into one of CoreWeave's most significant balance sheet categories. You will partner closely with Construction, Real Estate, Operations, FP&A, Procurement, Accounts Payable, and the GL Accounting team to ensure that every dollar spent building CoreWeave's infrastructure is captured, classified, and reported with precision. You will also work directly with external auditors and support SEC reporting on PP&E and CIP matters. In this role, you will: Construction-in-Progress (CIP) & Capital Project AccountingOwn the end-to-end CIP accounting lifecycle for CoreWeave's wholly-owned data center buildouts, from project commencement through asset commissioning and transfer to fixed assets.Maintain a project-level CIP ledger structure that gives real-time visibility into costs by project, phase, and activity type across a growing global portfolio.Apply and operationalize capitalization criteria under ASC 360, determining which direct costs (materials, labor, permits, site preparation, contractor fees) and qualifying indirect costs are capitalized versus expensed.Coordinate with Construction and Operations teams to determine asset in-service dates, asset classifications, component breakdowns, and useful life determinations that trigger the commencement of depreciation in the GL.Oversee interest capitalization on qualifying construction projects in accordance with ASC 835-20, including tracking of weighted-average accumulated expenditures and applicable borrowing rates.Monitor active CIP balances for impairment indicators, scope changes, project suspensions, or abandonments that may require write-down or write-off treatment, and escalate complex conclusions to the Senior Director as appropriate. Asset Lifecycle Accounting — Reporting & ForecastingOversee the preparation and recording of depreciation journal entries and balance sheet reconciliations, to ensure underlying asset data (classification, useful life, in-service date, cost basis) is complete, accurate, and audit-ready.Own depreciation reporting and forecasting: prepare and maintain depreciation schedules across the data center PP&E portfolio, and provide regular analysis of depreciation run-rates, useful life assumptions, and the financial impact of new asset placements.Build and maintain budget-to-actual reporting at the individual project level, with clear variance analysis that explains cost overruns, scope changes, and timing shifts to Finance leadership and FP&A.Partner with FP&A on capital expenditure forecasting, ensuring that pipeline project costs, anticipated CIP-to-fixed-asset transfers, and depreciation commencement timelines are accurately reflected in financial projections and management reporting.Develop and maintain executive-level reporting on the overall health and trajectory of CoreWeave's data center capital program, providing actionable insights on spend performance, asset placement activity, and forward-looking depreciation impact.Support the accounting for asset retirements, disposals, and write-offs in coordination with the GL team, ensuring proper documentation, approval, and period-end recognition. Contractor, Vendor & Billing ManagementOversee the accounting for all contractor and vendor billings related to data center construction, including review of pay applications, progress billing schedules, retainage tracking, lien waivers, and change order accounting.Collaborate with Procurement, Accounts Payable, and Legal to ensure that contract terms, billing milestones, and payment structures are accurately reflected in the CIP ledger and classified to the correct project and cost category.Design and operate controls around contractor billing review to ensure costs are properly approved, coded to the correct project and GL account, and recorded in the appropriate accounting period.Manage the accounting for construction retainage balances, including appropriate balance sheet presentation, aging analysis, and timely release upon satisfaction of contractual milestones.Serve as the accounting point of contact for contractor and vendor billing disputes, coordinating with Procurement and Legal to resolve discrepancies and ensure accurate period-end accruals. Technical Accounting Guidance & PolicyServe as the operational subject matter expert on U.S. GAAP as applied to PP&E and capital projects, including ASC 360, ASC 835-20, and related standards.Draft and/or review technical accounting memos and internal guidance on construction accounting matters—including capitalization determinations, componentization, useful life assessments, and impairment analyses—escalating complex or novel issues to the Senior Director.Partner with the Senior Director on the accounting intersection of construction and lease/VIE matters, including build-to-suit arrangements and other structures that require coordinated ASC 842 or ASC 810 analysis.Maintain and update CoreWeave's internal accounting policies and procedures for CIP, PP&E, and capital project accounting as the company's data center program evolves. External Reporting & Audit SupportSupport quarterly and annual SEC filings (10-K and 10-Q) by preparing and reviewing PP&E and CIP disclosures, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and alignment with CoreWeave's reporting standards as a publicly traded company.Partner with external auditors on all capital project accounting matters, providing well-organized support packages for CIP balances, capitalization determinations, asset placements, retainage, and impairment assessments.Maintain a robust audit trail across all active and completed capital projects, ensuring documentation standards meet both internal control requirements and external audit expectations. Leadership & Team DevelopmentBuild, mentor, and manage a small team (initially 1–3 direct reports) of infrastructure accounting professionals, with a growth path as CoreWeave's capital program scales.Design and implement SOX-compliant processes and controls over CIP accounting, asset placement coordination, and depreciation reporting to support CoreWeave's public company compliance obligations.Drive continuous improvement in systems, processes, and tooling—including integration between project management platforms, the fixed asset sub-ledger, and the ERP—to increase accuracy, efficiency, and analytical capacity.Operate as a trusted accounting partner and advisor to Construction, Real Estate, Operations, Procurement, and FP&A stakeholders, translating accounting requirements into practical operational guidance. Who You Are: We believe in investing in our people, and value candidates who can bring their own diversified experiences to our teams – even if you aren't a 100% skill or experience match. Here are a few qualities we've found compatible with our team. If some of this describes you, we'd love to talk.You have 10–12+ years of progressive accounting experience, with meaningful time spent in capital project accounting, construction accounting, fixed asset accounting, or a closely related operational accounting function in a large-scale infrastructure, technology, cloud, real estate, or industrial environment.You have strong, hands-on knowledge of U.S. GAAP as applied to PP&E and capital projects—including ASC 360 and ASC 835-20—and can confidently evaluate and document capitalization determinations, useful life assessments, and impairment indicators.You've managed CIP accounting programs with high transaction volumes, multiple concurrent projects, and complex contractor and vendor billing structures—and you know how to build the controls and processes to keep it all clean.You're analytically strong: you can build and maintain depreciation schedules, budget-to-actual reports, and capital forecasting models that give leadership genuine visibility into a complex asset portfolio.You're an effective cross-functional partner. You know how to work with Construction, Operations, FP&A, Procurement, and AP teams to get the information you need and translate accounting requirements into practical guidance they can act on.You have public company or SEC reporting experience, with direct involvement in PP&E or CIP disclosures in 10-K or 10-Q filings. Big Four public accounting background is a plus.You're comfortable with ambiguity and move fast. CoreWeave is building infrastructure at extraordinary speed—you thrive in environments where processes are still being built and the pace of change is high.You have experience with—or a strong interest in—modern accounting systems and tooling, including ERP platforms (NetSuite experience is a plus) and the integration of project management and fixed asset systems. Education:A Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field is required. A CPA designation is strongly preferred. Why CoreWeave? At CoreWeave, we work hard, have fun, and move fast! We're in an exciting stage of hyper-growth that you will not want to miss out on. We're not afraid of a little chaos, and we're constantly learning. Our team cares deeply about how we build our product and how we work together, which is represented through our core values:Be Curious at Your CoreAct Like an OwnerEmpower EmployeesDeliver Best-in-Class Client ExperiencesAchieve More Together We support and encourage an entrepreneurial outlook and independent thinking. We foster an environment that encourages collaboration and provides the opportunity to develop innovative solutions to complex problems. As we get set for take off, the growth opportunities within the organization are constantly expanding. You will be surrounded by some of the best talent in the industry, who will want to learn from you, too. Come join us! The base salary range for this role is $160,000 to $220,000. The starting salary will be determined based on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and market location. We strive for both market alignment and internal equity when determining compensation. In addition to base salary, our total rewards package includes a discretionary bonus, equity awards, and a comprehensive benefits program (all based on eligibility). What We Offer The range we've posted represents the typical compensation range for this role. To determine actual compensation, we review the market rate for each candidate which can include a variety of factors. These include qualifications, experience, interview performance, and location. In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a variety of benefits to support your needs, including:Medical, dental, and vision insurance - 100% paid for by CoreWeaveCompany-paid Life Insurance Voluntary supplemental life insurance Short and long-term disability insurance Flexible Spending AccountHealth Savings AccountTuition Reimbursement Ability to Participate in Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP)Mental Wellness Benefits through Spring Health Family-Forming support provided by CarrotPaid Parental Leave Flexible, full-service childcare support with Kinside401(k) with a generous employer matchFlexible PTOCatered lunch each day in our office and data center locationsA casual work environmentA work culture focused on innovative disruption Our Workplace While we prioritize a hybrid work environment, remote work may be considered for candidates located more than 30 miles from an office, based on role requirements for specialized skill sets. New hires will be invited to attend onboarding at one of our hubs within their first month. Teams also gather quarterly to support collaboration. California Consumer Privacy Act - California applicants only CoreWeave is an equal opportunity employer, committed to fostering an inclusive and supportive workplace. All qualified applicants and candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. As part of this commitment and consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), CoreWeave will ensure that qualified applicants and candidates with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations for the hiring process, unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact: View email address on jobswipe.net. Export Control Compliance This position requires access to export controlled information. To conform to U.S. Government export regulations applicable to that information, applicant must either be (A) a U.S. person, defined as a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful permanent resident (green card holder), (iii) refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, (B) eligible to access the export controlled information without a required export authorization, or (C) eligible and reasonably likely to obtain the required export authorization from the applicable U.S. government agency. CoreWeave may, for legitimate business reasons, decline to pursue any export licensing process.