OpenAI
Technology
InventoryandCostAccountingLead
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“Inventory and Cost Accounting Lead at OpenAI. Skills: Manufacturing accounting, Cost accounting, Inventory accounting, ERP operationalization. Lead product costing and inventory accounting. Develop scalable accounting processes for NPI, prototyping, engineering”
Industry & Context.
Analytical skills
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field, 8+ years of experience in manufacturing accounting, cost accounting, or inventory accounting, Significant experience within consumer hardware, electronics, robotics, semiconductor, or complex manufacturing industries, Deep expertise in standard costing, inventory valuation, manufacturing variances, overhead absorption, and inventory close processes, Experience working with contract manufacturers and global supply chain environments, Hands-on experience with Oracle Fusion ERP, particularly Costing and Inventory modules, Understanding of U. S. GAAP related to inventory and manufacturing accounting, Experience building scalable accounting processes, controls, and reporting infrastructure, Excellent analytical, communication, and cross-functional partnership skills, Demonstrated ability to influence stakeholders and operate effectively in ambiguous environments
Nice to Have
CPA and/or public accounting background, Experience supporting hardware product launches and rapid manufacturing scale-up, Experience designing or implementing ERP systems and finance process transformations, Experience in a high-growth technology or pre-IPO/public company environment, Experience building or leading teams in complex operational accounting environments, Familiarity with manufacturing operations
What You'll Do.
Lead product costing and inventory accounting
Develop scalable accounting processes for NPI
Own inventory-related accounting policies and controls
Serve as finance lead for Oracle Fusion manufacturing
and Operations to design
Drive ERP configuration decisions
and annual cost accounting close
Improve scalable reconciliations
and management review processes
Partner with Strategic Finance on margin reporting
Establish SOX-ready controls
Support audits and technical accounting matters
Drive continuous improvement across close and reporting processes
Act as a strategic partner to Operations
Translate ambiguous business needs into scalable accounting and
Influence senior stakeholders
Help build and scale the long-term roadmap for
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Partner with Finance; Partner with Supply Chain; Partner with Manufacturing Operations; Partner with Technical Accounting; Partner with Strategic Finance; Partner with Systems teams; Partner with Operations; Partner with IT; Partner with Program Management teams; Cross-functional stakeholders; Senior leadership
Communication Scope
Executive presence; Data-driven recommendations
Process & Methodology
Process optimization
Full Job Description
ABOUT THE TEAM OpenAI Finance is responsible for ensuring the organization is set up for success in pursuit of its mission to ensure that artificial general intelligence benefits all of humanity. The Controllership team delivers the financial truth that powers OpenAI’s growth. By translating operational activity into accurate, timely, and decision-grade financial data, we enable leadership to scale the business with confidence. Our commitment to rigorous controls and best-in-class systems ensures financial integrity as OpenAI grows. ABOUT THE ROLE We are seeking a strategic and execution-oriented Inventory & Cost Accounting Lead to build and scale manufacturing accounting and product costing capabilities across consumer hardware and robotics businesses. This role partners closely with Finance, Supply Chain, Manufacturing Operations, Technical Accounting, Strategic Finance, and Systems teams to establish scalable costing methodologies, inventory valuation processes, manufacturing close procedures, and reporting infrastructure supporting rapid growth and product launches. The ideal candidate brings deep experience in consumer hardware manufacturing environments, including standard costing, inventory accounting, variance analysis, contract manufacturing, and ERP operationalization — particularly within Oracle Fusion. This person should thrive in ambiguity, balance strategic thinking with operational execution, and possess the executive presence and judgment to influence cross-functional stakeholders and senior leadership. This role is based in San Francisco, CA. We use a hybrid work model of 3 days in the office per week and offer relocation assistance to new employees. IN THIS ROLE, YOU WILL: MANUFACTURING COSTING & INVENTORY ACCOUNTING - Lead product costing and inventory accounting across consumer hardware and robotics programs, including inventory valuation, manufacturing variances, reserves, and close processes. - Partner with Supply Chain, Operations, and Str
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