Senior Technical Accountant

Mixpanel's Accounting team owns the month‑end close, financial reporting, and technical accounting across our global operations. A small, high‑impact function, the team manages end‑to‑end close governance, audit readiness, and compliance across the Americas, EMEA, and APAC. We take pride in delivering accurate, timely financials that our business partners can trust—and we're building the processes and systems to scale with the company. About the Role The Senior Technical Accountant will own Mixpanel's most technically complex accounting workstreams, including revenue recognition, equity accounting, and consolidated financial reporting. This is a dedicated role for a technically strong accountant who can operate independently, advise cross‑functional partners on accounting implications, and ensure our highest‑risk close areas are covered with rigor and accuracy. Reporting to the Controller, this individual will be a trusted subject‑matter expert across ASC606, stock‑based compensation, and group financial statement preparation—partnering closely with FP&A, Legal, and external auditors to deliver accurate, well‑controlled financials every period. As the company grows, this role will evolve into a broader technical accounting function, with the expectation that this person will help shape that buildout. Key Responsibilities Own the monthly revenue close, including flux analysis, deferred revenue review, renewals reconciliation, and reconciliation between internal systems. Research and document accounting positions for complex, non‑routine transactions, including contract modifications, variable consideration, new product offerings, and warrant‑related entries. Prepare and review stock‑based compensation accounting on a quarterly basis, including journal entries, disclosures, and variance analysis. Prepare group financial statements, including consolidation and entity‑level reporting required for lender compliance. Draft, maintain, and evolve the ASC606 revenue recognition policy memo and related revenue playbook, keeping both current with business and product changes. Advise cross‑functional partners—Finance, Legal, Sales Operations, and Product—on accounting implications of business decisions, contract structures, and new go‑to‑market offerings. Serve as the primary preparer and day‑to‑day liaison with external auditors for revenue and equity‑related items, including PBC management and audit readiness. Translate complex technical accounting concepts into clear, practical guidance for non‑accounting stakeholders and leadership. Use AI tools to accelerate technical research, memo drafting, and close process improvements—consistent with Mixpanel's commitment to being an AI‑native organization. Support SOX‑readiness by maintaining strong controls and documentation across all owned workstreams. Contribute to special projects, system enhancements, and adhoc analyses as the business scales. We’re Looking For Someone Who Has Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required; CPA required. 4+ years of progressive accounting experience, with substantial hands‑on technical accounting work. Big4 or public accounting audit background. Deep knowledge of ASC606 revenue recognition, including multi‑element arrangements, variable consideration, SSP analysis, and contract modifications. Experience with stock‑based compensation accounting (ASC718) and equity administration workflows. Hands‑on experience preparing or reviewing consolidated financial statements. Proven ability to research and apply FASB ASC guidance, evaluate complex accounting issues, and document well‑supported positions in clear memos. Strong Excel skills; ability to manage and reconcile large data sets across multiple systems. Excellent written and verbal communication skills—able to distill complex accounting concepts for a variety of audiences, including senior leadership and cross‑functional stakeholders. Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities independently in a dynamic, fast‑moving environment. Bonus Points For Experience with NetSuite, Carta. Familiarity with Blackline or similar close management tools. Background in a high‑growth, venture‑backed SaaS company. Demonstrated experience using AI tools to accelerate technical research or accounting operations. Benefits and Perks Comprehensive Medical, Vision, and Dental Care Generous Vacation Policy & Additional Company Holidays Enhanced Parental Leave Additional US Benefits: Pre‑Tax Benefits including 401(K), Wellness Benefit, Holiday Break Equal Employment Opportunity Mixpanel is an equal opportunity employer supporting workforce diversity. At Mixpanel, we are focused on things that really matter—our people, our customers, our partners—out of a recognition that those relationships are the most valuable assets we have. We actively encourage women, people with disabilities, veterans, underrepresented minorities, and LGBTQ+ people to apply. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance or other similar laws that may be applicable, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. We’ve immersed ourselves in our culture and values as our guiding principles for the impact we want to have and the future we are building. #J-18808-Ljbffr