Director of Accounting
Director of Accounting role leading technical accounting, monthly/quarterly/annual close, annual audit, and AP oversight for a high-growth SaaS company. Requires CPA, 10+ years experience, and deep US GAAP expertise.
Key Responsibilities
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 SaaS 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 SaaS 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
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance; CPA required
- 10+ years of progressive accounting experience, including leadership within high-growth SaaS 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 SaaS 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 NetSuite 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
Benefits
- $160,000 - $180,000
- Fully remote position
- Flexible PTO
- 13 paid company holidays
- Paid parental leave
- Health, Dental, and Vision insurance
- Employer paid Basic Life insurance and Short-Term Disability insurance
- Company contribution match for HSA and 401(k)
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Monthly employee wellness stipend
- Opportunities for Learning and Development Reimbursement
- Pet insurance
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