Full-Time

Manager/Sr.Manager

GL Accounting

Posted on 10/31/2025

Zeta Global

Zeta Global

1,001-5,000 employees

AI-driven marketing platform for enterprises

No salary listed

Hyderabad, Telangana, India

In Person

Category
Accounting (2)
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Requirements
  • CA / CPA / MBA with 7-10 years of experience working with corporate accounting teams of (preferably) US tech companies
  • Managing the AP and GL function – deeply involved in the flow of transactions for the AP and GL process including but not limited to reversal and creation of accruals for month end or quarter end / amortization of prepaid expenses / US payroll accounting and fringe benefits associated with the same, Fixed asset management, review of PCL and BS including variance analysis, calculation of various ratios, compilation / review of debt related covenants, review of credit card transactions etc
  • Has to be hands on for transactional accounting considering the fact that multiple business units have different sources of costs with manual interfaces with the sub systems, 1000’s of vendors being dealt with on a monthly basis with the same vendor servicing multiple business units at the same time, correlation of revenue and costs to understand the gross margin implications, supporting the business in terms of proactive communication in case of any disconnect, engagement in due diligence during the time of any potential acquisition etc
  • Overseeing the month end balance sheet reconciliations process and SOX compliance – understand the current processes and improvise on the same by technology enhancements / AI
  • Process improvements including ERP to make the processes more scalable and adaptable
  • Managing and coaching the team of ~15 team members including 4-5 direct reports – must have a problem solving attitude with an eye on increasing the productivity from the existing team – should lead by example and take ownership
  • Participating in strategic initiatives of the organization and contributing to it – especially during the time of major transactions like reorganization / due diligence for an acquisition
  • Review variance analysis of PCL and Balance Sheet – fully conversant with different line items on the PCL and BS – what are the sources or inputs of the same and how does those translate into different line items on the financials
  • Converting data points into meaningful outputs / targets for optimizing costs / driving efficiencies
  • Front ending with the Auditors and other stakeholders (internal and external) – ensuring there are no escalations and the audit process is managed in the best possible manner
  • Understanding the different businesses of Zeta and interacting with the internal / external stakeholders for any clarification / updates
Responsibilities
  • Managing the AP and GL function
  • Overseeing the month end balance sheet reconciliations process and SOX compliance
  • Process improvements including ERP
  • Managing and coaching the team of ~15 team members including 4-5 direct reports
  • Participating in strategic initiatives of the organization and contributing to it
  • Review variance analysis of PCL and Balance Sheet
  • Converting data points into meaningful outputs / targets for optimizing costs / driving efficiencies
  • Front ending with the Auditors and other stakeholders (internal and external)
  • Review analysis of various items on the PCL and Balance Sheet and its impact on the consolidated financials
  • Understanding the different businesses of Zeta and interacting with the internal / external stakeholders for any clarification / updates

Zeta Global provides enterprise-grade marketing technology powered by artificial intelligence to help brands acquire customers, retain them longer, and grow their value. Its core offering, the Zeta Marketing Platform, provides a real-time view of prospects and customers and uses AI to deliver personalized experiences across multiple channels at scale. The platform aggregates real-time data, including behavioral signals and purchase intents, to create intent and churn signals for millions of identities, enabling cross-channel campaign management and measurement. Zeta differentiates itself with a combination of real-time data, a broad identity graph, multi-channel orchestration, and deterministic attribution aimed at delivering measurable marketing outcomes. The goal is to help brands optimize customer acquisition and retention to maximize lifetime value through precise, data-driven marketing at scale.

Company Size

1,001-5,000

Company Stage

IPO

Headquarters

New York City, New York

Founded

2007

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Q1 2026 revenue hit $396M with 29% organic growth from Athena adoption.
  • Super-scaled customers grew 24% YoY to 184 driving ARPU expansion.
  • 18th consecutive beat-and-raise quarter raised 2026 guidance to $1.79B revenue.

What critics are saying

  • EU AI Act limited risk rules ban untransparent churn models eliminating 15-20% EU revenue by November 2026.
  • Salesforce Einstein erodes 51% Fortune 100 clients via CRM integration within 12 months.
  • California CCPA amendments fine $10K per violation halting U.S. campaigns by October 2026.

What makes Zeta Global unique

  • Athena AI agent integrates OpenAI models for conversational Insights and Advisor tools launched January 2026.
  • 552 million-person data cloud processes trillion consumer signals for real-time personalization.
  • Marigold integration adds loyalty programs boosting retention for 51% Fortune 100 clients.

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Benefits

Unlimited Paid Time Off

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Employee Equity and Stock Purchase Plan

Employee Discounts

Wellness Program

Pet Insurance

Growth & Insights and Company News

Headcount

6 month growth

3%

1 year growth

-1%

2 year growth

0%
Yahoo Finance
Apr 3rd, 2026
Zeta Global trades 46% below fair value despite 55% three-year return and AI-driven growth strategy

Zeta Global Holdings is attracting investor attention after recent share price volatility, despite posting a 20% return over the past year. The company reported roughly $1.3 billion in revenue alongside a net loss of approximately $31.5 million. Whilst shares have declined 12.47% over 30 days and 20.69% year-to-date from $15.79, longer-term performance shows a one-year total shareholder return of 20.08% and three-year return of 54.96%. The most popular analyst narrative values Zeta at $29.08, suggesting the stock trades at a 45.7% discount to fair value. This valuation assumes growth driven by AI and machine learning investments, including the Zeta Data & AI Lab and prescriptive AI products, alongside margin expansion and strong free cash flow conversion. However, stricter data privacy regulations or intensified competition could challenge these growth assumptions.

Yahoo Finance
Mar 29th, 2026
Zeta Global execs say AI will strengthen enterprise platforms, not replace them overnight

Executives from Zeta Global and Rimini Street argued that AI will enhance mission-critical enterprise platforms rather than replace them rapidly. Speaking at a Zeta Global conference, they suggested large enterprise systems will be modernised gradually with agentic AI layers, whilst simpler applications face greater displacement risk. Zeta Global serves 603 clients, including 51% of the Fortune 100, and maintains a 552 million-person data cloud. The company is building agentic features, including a voice assistant called Athena in partnership with OpenAI. Zeta expects approximately $1.755 billion in revenue and nearly $400 million in EBITDA. Rimini Street, which has over $400 million in annual recurring revenue, reported that AI has reduced resolution times and will augment human teams, though headcount and pricing complexities remain.

Yahoo Finance
Mar 8th, 2026
Zeta Global expands AI marketing platform with acquisitions as shares trade 35% below analyst target

Zeta Global Holdings, a marketing technology company, is expanding its AI platform through acquisitions that enhance its proprietary data assets. The company is securing large enterprise contracts that leverage its first-party data and AI-driven marketing tools, with recent earnings showing continued growth momentum. Trading at $18.84, Zeta Global's shares have gained 11.5% over the past month and returned 19.1% over the past year. The stock currently trades approximately 35% below analysts' consensus target of $29.08. The company posted revenue of $1.30 billion, though its price-to-earnings ratio of 145.97 times significantly exceeds the software industry average of 26.98 times. Investors are monitoring how recent acquisitions will impact future earnings and whether the company's data and AI capabilities can sustain its competitive advantage in the crowded marketing technology sector.

Yahoo Finance
Mar 7th, 2026
Zeta Global posts 18th consecutive beat and raise quarter with Q4 revenue up 25% to $395M

Zeta Global Holdings reported its 18th consecutive "beat and raise" quarter, with fourth-quarter revenue reaching $395 million, up 25% year-over-year and exceeding guidance by $14 million. Full-year revenue rose 30% to $1.305 billion. The AI marketing platform provider reported fourth-quarter adjusted EBITDA of $95.1 million, with margins expanding to 24.1% from 22.4% year-over-year. For the full year, adjusted EBITDA totalled $278.7 million, with margins rising to 21.4% from 19.2% in 2024. The company also posted positive GAAP net income of $6.5 million in the quarter. Following the results, D.A. Davidson raised its price target to $30 from $29, maintaining a Buy rating and citing scaled customer growth and ARPU expansion.

Yahoo Finance
Mar 3rd, 2026
Zeta Global launches AI agent Athena and completes Marigold integration in 18th consecutive beat and raise quarter

Zeta Global Holdings has launched Athena, its proprietary AI agent expected to reach general availability by the end of Q1 2026, and completed integration of Marigold to expand its data and loyalty offerings. The company reported its 18th consecutive beat and raise quarter whilst updating annual guidance. Athena places AI-driven decisioning at the centre of Zeta's marketing automation platform, whilst Marigold adds loyalty programmes and consumer data capabilities for retention-focused marketers. Management expects positive GAAP net income in 2026, though the company posted a $31.51 million net loss in 2025. The integration positions Zeta to compete against larger players including Salesforce, Adobe and Oracle in AI-driven marketing suites. The company has filed a $169.8 million shelf registration linked to an employee stock offering.

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