Full-Time

Director of Accounting

Corporate

Posted on 9/3/2024

SoundHound AI

SoundHound AI

201-500 employees

Voice AI platform for conversational experiences

Automotive & Transportation
AI & Machine Learning

Compensation Overview

$175k - $263kAnnually

+ Equity

Senior, Expert

California, USA + 2 more

More locations: Santa Clara, CA, USA | United States

Hybrid role with core in-office days in Santa Clara, CA; available throughout the United States except for specified states.

Category
Financial Accounting
Management Accounting
Accounting
Requirements
  • You hold a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license
  • You earned a degree in accounting
  • You have 15 years (or 12 years with Master’s degree) relevant experience
  • You independently research and apply accounting/reporting principles and maintain solid knowledge of US GAAP
  • You have strong team leadership and project management skills, along with the ability to independently and simultaneously manage overlapping projects
  • You have strong analytical, organizational, oral, and written communication skills
Responsibilities
  • Own all aspects of domestic and international GL operations/GAAP compliance
  • In a hands-on and proactive manner, collaborate with A/P, A/R, Treasury, Financial Reporting/Technical Accounting, and FP&A to improve efficiencies and lead timely period-closes
  • Lead, mentor, review, and fill gaps of operational accounting workstreams (workpapers, journal entries, reconciliations, flux analysis) completed by accounting team
  • Manage operational accounting activities of international external service providers. Transition external activities in-house when appropriate
  • Manage intercompany entries and consolidation of financial data necessary for accurate business subsidiary/consolidated results
  • Build maturity across key accounting areas, including cost of sales, sales commissions, executive compensation, payroll, etc.
  • Support implementation, maintenance, and adherence of SOX 404b internal controls and accounting procedures
  • Assist with the implementation of new processes and systems as needed to support scalability
  • Ad-hoc as assigned

SoundHound provides conversational intelligence solutions through its independent voice AI platform. This platform uses unique technologies called Speech-to-Meaning® and Deep Meaning Understanding® to facilitate fast and accurate voice interactions, allowing users to engage with products and services in a natural way. The company works with a wide range of clients, including well-known brands like Hyundai, Mercedes-Benz, and Netflix, by licensing its voice AI technology. This approach generates revenue through long-term contracts and usage-based fees. SoundHound stands out from competitors by focusing on delivering high-quality conversational experiences across various industries, including automotive and consumer electronics, where advanced voice AI capabilities are increasingly important.

Company Stage

IPO

Total Funding

$317.1M

Headquarters

Santa Clara, California

Founded

2005

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

-1%

1 year growth

-3%

2 year growth

-14%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Growing demand for voice AI in automotive boosts SoundHound's market potential.
  • Expansion into quick-service restaurants highlights new revenue streams for SoundHound.
  • Recognition in healthcare AI suggests opportunities in the healthcare sector.

What critics are saying

  • Competition from tech giants like Google and Amazon threatens SoundHound's market share.
  • Rapid AI advancements could render SoundHound's technologies obsolete without innovation.
  • Economic downturns may reduce business spending on AI technologies, affecting revenue.

What makes SoundHound AI unique

  • SoundHound's Speech-to-Meaning technology ensures high-speed, accurate voice interactions.
  • Partnerships with brands like Hyundai and Mercedes-Benz enhance SoundHound's market credibility.
  • SoundHound's open developer platform allows for customizable AI voice solutions.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Paid Vacation

Paid Sick Leave

Hybrid Work Options

Company Equity

Performance Bonus

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