Director of SEC Reporting – Technical Accounting

Oklo Inc

. Own preparation of Oklo’s annual and quarterly financial statements and oversee technical accounting analyses and memos .

Posted 10/26/2026full-timeSanta Clara • California • United StatesLead💰 $170,000 - $210,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in financial reporting, SEC reporting, and technical accounting, with a strong focus on developing accounting policies and SOX controls. Proven ability to lead teams, manage external audits, and communicate complex accounting topics effectively.

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SEC Reporting ExperienceActive CPA10+ Years Accounting ExperienceStrong ASC Literature KnowledgeProject Management Experience

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Hard Skills

Financial ReportingTechnical AccountingAccounting Policy DevelopmentSOX ControlsComplex Accounting ResearchForm 10-K PreparationForm 10-Q PreparationAudit Committee ReportingFinancial Systems (NetSuite, ZIP)Accounting Playbook Development

Soft Skills

Excellent Written CommunicationExcellent Verbal CommunicationAbility to Learn QuicklyCoaching and Development Skills

Certifications & Qualifications

CPA

Industry Keywords

Public AccountingFASB DevelopmentsInternal ControlsFinancial Statement PreparationClean Energy

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Own preparation of Oklo’s annual and quarterly financial statements and oversee technical accounting analyses and memos
Report to the VP of Accounting and Controller
Develop Oklo’s accounting policies and SOX controls as the company expands
Work with internal audit and serve as a primary contact for external auditors
Provide accounting training and education across the organization
Advise Corporate Development, Procurement, and business unit leaders on accounting for contracts and transactions
Prepare Form 10-K and Form 10-Q financial statements, footnotes, supporting schedules, reporting packages, and MD&A
Lead Disclosure Committee meetings and assist with Audit Committee reports
Lead monthly calls with Finance and external auditors on significant transactions and disclosures
Research complex accounting topics including business combinations, asset acquisitions, power purchase agreements, consolidation, equity method accounting, investments, stock-based compensation, and construction cost capitalization
Lead adoption of new Accounting Standards and ASUs and monitor FASB developments
Manage external audit projects and identify process improvements
Own accounting policies and develop new policies for expanding operations
Own SEC reporting and technical accounting SOX controls and documentation supporting ICFR certifications and external SOX audits
Coach and develop the team and lead organization-wide accounting and reporting training
Monitor SEC developments and partner with Legal and Compliance on SEC reporting
Develop accounting playbooks
Improve financial reporting processes, workpapers, controls, accuracy, efficiency, and scalability
Partner with Process and Systems to identify AI implementation opportunities
Partner with Accounting Operations on transaction accuracy, timeliness, and G/L architecture
Partner with FP&A to ensure forecasts reflect accounting for significant transactions

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, or related field
10+ years’ experience in accounting and financial reporting roles, including recent public accounting experience
SEC reporting experience required
Strong experience with ASC literature and Big 4 accounting guides
Ability to research and document technical accounting analyses clearly and concisely
Proven project management experience
Active CPA
Experience with financial systems such as NetSuite and ZIP
U.S. person eligibility may be required under applicable U.S. export control laws
May be subject to successful completion of a drug screening and drug testing in accordance with company policy and applicable laws
Passion for clean energy and making advanced fission a reality
Ability to learn quickly and work in a fast-paced, highly iterative startup environment
Excellent written and verbal communication, including communicating technical content in plain English

Benefits

Comp & perks

Flexible time off
Equity
Bonuses
Competitive pay
401(k)
Health insurance with employer contribution
HSA
FSA
Flexible work hours
Wellness credits
Remote employees travel to headquarters twice a quarter based on business or team needs
In-person onboarding at headquarters for the first two weeks
Potential contingent employment drug screening and policy-based drug testing