Director of Accounting

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance; CPA required
• 10+ years of progressive accounting experience, including leadership within high-growth Saa S or technology companies
• Combination of Big 4/public accounting and industry experience is preferred
• Deep technical accounting knowledge and strong understanding of US GAAP
• Significant experience with Saa S revenue recognition and subscription-based business models
• Proven track record improving and scaling accounting operations in complex, fast-growing environments
• Experience supporting M&A transactions, financial diligence, and post-acquisition integrations
• Strong understanding of internal controls, audit processes, and financial reporting best practices
• Experience with ERP systems such as Net Suite and modern finance technology ecosystems
• Demonstrated interest and experience leveraging AI, automation, and advanced reporting tools within finance and accounting workflows
• Strong executive communication skills with the ability to partner effectively across leadership teams
• Demonstrated ability to lead through change while maintaining operational discipline and attention to detail
• Multi-entity/currency & international accounting experience
• What the job involves
• We are seeking a technically strong, operationally rigorous Director of Accounting to own technical accounting, lead annual audit, manage the monthly close process, oversee Accounts payable and support VP of Finance and broader finance leadership
• This leader will play a critical role in strengthening accounting infrastructure, enhancing reporting accuracy and speed, and building a best-in-class close and control environment
• The ideal candidate combines deep US GAAP expertise with a process-oriented mindset, strong business partnership skills, and a forward-thinking approach to finance technology and AI-enabled workflows
• Reporting to the VP of Finance, the Director of Accounting will own technical accounting, drive the monthly/quarterly/annual close, lead annual audit, oversee Accounts Payable and ensure the integrity and accuracy of the company’s financial records
• This individual will be responsible for ensuring the integrity of financial information while driving scalable systems, policies, and procedures appropriate for a high-growth, performance-oriented Saa S environment
• This role requires a leader who can operate effectively at both strategic and tactical levels — someone capable of improving day-to-day accounting execution while helping prepare the organization for future financing events, acquisitions, enhanced investor reporting expectations, and continued operational scale
• Accounting Operations & Financial Close
• Lead the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes with an emphasis on accuracy, timeliness, predictability, and scalability
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to achieve a clean, efficient, and highly controlled close environment
• Establish best-in-class accounting operations and reporting processes capable of supporting a scaled Saa S business with International operations
• Oversee all aspects of the general ledger, account reconciliations, accruals, payroll accounting, fixed assets, prepaid expenses, and equity accounting
• Establish and maintain disciplined close calendars, review procedures, reconciliations, and documentation standards
• Ensure management reporting packages are complete, accurate, and decision-useful for executive leadership
• Oversee Accounts Payable
• Technical Accounting & Compliance
• Serve as the organization’s internal subject matter expert on US GAAP and Saa S accounting practices
• Lead technical accounting assessments and policy development related to:
• ASC 606 revenue recognition
• ASC 340-40 (Contracts with Customers - Contracts Costs)
• Business combinations and purchase accounting
• Equity and stock-based compensation
• Capitalized software development costs
• Lease accounting (ASC 842)
• Ensure compliance with all applicable accounting standards, policies, and internal controls
• Lead external audit coordination and technical accounting reviews with audit partners and advisors
• Maintain audit-ready processes and supporting documentation across all accounting functions
• AI, Automation & Finance Transformation
• Champion the adoption of AI-enabled workflows and intelligent automation across the accounting and finance organization
• Identify opportunities to leverage AI and modern finance technologies to improve close efficiency, reconciliation processes, variance analysis, reporting accuracy, and operational scalability
• Partner with Finance Systems and business stakeholders to modernize reporting architecture and reduce manual accounting processes
• Drive the development of scalable, data-driven reporting and analytical capabilities that enhance financial visibility and decision-making
• Evaluate emerging finance technologies and implement practical, high-impact automation solutions that improve efficiency, controls, and business insight
• Systems, Controls & Scalability
• Evaluate, optimize, and automate accounting workflows and systems to improve efficiency and reduce manual processes
• Strengthen internal controls, accounting policies, and audit readiness across the organization
• Partner with FP&A, Legal, Revenue Operations, HR, and operational leaders to improve business processes and financial visibility
• Lead ERP optimization initiatives and support future finance systems implementations and integrations
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