Director Accounting

Profile

Communication has changed for people. It’s changed for businesses, too.
**MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***. is the only suite of customer messaging products that drives growth at every stage of the customer lifecycle—across acquisition, engagement, and support. Today more than 25,000 businesses use **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***. to connect with a billion people worldwide.
Join the company helping businesses grow revenue through live chat, and so much more!
What's the opportunity? 🤔
Reporting to the Senior Director, Controller, the Director of Accounting will be a key leader in the Finance and Accounting organization and will manage and be responsible for the outcomes of the accounting operations. You will lead various areas within the accounting function (Month-end close, financial reporting, internal controls, IPO readiness, etc.) and be able to work with the support of the Revenue, Finance, IT, and Legal teams.
Your technical, operational, and process improvement skills will ensure the accounting organization is equipped for our next phase of continued growth. This is a high visibility role that directly impacts **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***.’s strategic initiatives to help prepare for life as a public company.
We are seeking a driven, open-minded, and technically strong individual who is passionate about accounting operations and driving process improvements. This role requires excellent communication skills, strong knowledge of accounting principles including US GAAP, and the ability to manage and work with various cross-functional teams.
What will I be doing? 🚀
Manage our Accounting Managers and third-party accounting team responsible for the month-end close, **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***.pany accounting and consolidations
Manage transition from third-party account team to **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***. accounting function
Ensure compliance for annual GAAP and statutory audits, and required compliance related filings for all domestic and international subsidiaries
Oversee internal and external financial reporting for audits, including statutory filings
Coordinate with internal and external auditors to support their quarterly review and annual audit procedures.
Planning, organizing and coordinating the month-end, quarter-end and year-end close processes with accounting managers as well as collaborating with cross-functional leaders to ensure a timely and accurate close.
Drive and develop policies, procedures, and internal control documentation and implementation in preparation for Sarbanes-Oxley.
Plan and design business processes and objectives and make recommendations and changes in order to improve and support scalability and compliance of company policies and procedures.
Provide leadership required to grow and strengthen the global Accounting team, with a commitment to recruiting, training and mentoring
Promote a culture of continuous improvement and operational innovation and regularly interact with business owners and senior level management on accounting matters
Partner with FP&A, Business Systems and other cross functional teams to Identify, design and implement improvements with respect to business processes and financial reporting
What skills do I need? 📖
CPA (or equivalent) with 8 years’ experience in accounting - including experience at a public accounting firm; multinational organization experience and SaaS industry experience strongly preferred
Excellent technical, analytical, and communication skills, both written and verbal, with strong attention to detail.
Ability to conduct accounting research and analyze the impact of new accounting guidance and summarize results accurately and independently.
Strong operational experience including responsibility managing close and other accounting functions/processes
Experience with a host of accounting software suites (NetSuite, Bill.com, FloQast, Expensify, Workday) a huge plus.
First-hand experience managing and audit process (both in industry and as part of an accounting services firm)
Leadership and people-management skills, track record of developing and managing team
Ability and desire to build strong relationships with internal and external business partners
Excellent organizational skills, but comfortable with ambiguity
Execution focused and deadline driven in a fast-paced environment, with the ability to take responsibility for delivering quality work in a timely manner
Big picture thinker that is willing and able to dive into the details for insights and accuracy review
Desire and willingness to continuously grow and improve self, team, processes, and systems
Preferred Qualifications
BA/BS in Business with an emphasis in Accounting
CPA
Benefits 😠
We are a well-treated bunch, with awesome benefits! If there’s something important to you that’s not on this list, talk to us! :)
Competitive salary and meaningful equity
Fully funded comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
Regular compensation reviews - great work is rewarded!
Open vacation policy and 10 corporate holidays
Paid Parental Leave Program
401k plan
In-office bicycle storage
Fun events for **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***.rades, friends, and family!
*Proof of eligibility to work in the United States is required.
**MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***. values diversity and is committed to a policy of Equal Employment Opportunity. **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***. will not discriminate against an applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, sex, gender, age, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal, state, or local law.

Company info

Sign Up Now - WashingtondcCrossing.com