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Come join NowSecure on our mission to save the world from unsafe mobile apps!
As a cyber security innovator, we are the leader in Mobile Application Security Testing. We literally wrote the book on mobile app forensics and testing. NowSecure offers a platform that protects users, devices, apps and enterprises. We are proud to have 100+ customers that include some of the largest banks and corporations across industries such as finance, defense and healthcare.
We were founded with a mobile-only focus and a strong DNA in forensics and enterprise security. Currently, we have authored five technical books on mobile security for Android and iOS with multiple patents pending. Our engineers and researchers believe in creating conversations and supporting the community, so we build and share open source tools.
While we're based in Chicago, Illinois, our workforce is spread across the globe, just like the mobile applications we protect.
Who you are:
An experienced, driven, and reliable professional interested in building and scaling the accounting department and processes of an early-stage, high-growth technology software company. You will report directly to the CFO and work closely with other leaders of the company. You will have the responsibility of managing and growing the Finance team, latitude to establish best practices and guide the accounting framework, starting with taking over and enhancing the accounting operations in alignment with US GAAP. You are a self-starter with proven accounting knowledge and ability to meet deadlines. This is a great opportunity to come in at a key time of growth and make a huge impact.
Role description:

• Managing, hiring, training and retaining skilled accounting team
• Managing all accounting functions including accounts receivable, accounts payable, payroll and general accounting departments
• Managing the accumulation and consolidation of all financial data necessary for an accurate accounting of consolidated business results
• Providing monthly, quarterly and year-end financial results and variance analyses
• Managing the annual audit
• Coordinating the budget process with the CFO
• Developing and monitoring business performance metrics
• Assessing current accounting operations, offering recommendations for improvement and implementing new processes
• Overseeing regulatory reporting, frequently including tax planning and compliance
• Preparing information and reports for the board of directors
• Researching accounting issues for compliance with US GAAP

Company Specific Technology:

• QuickBooks other financial software
• Gusto and other payroll systems

Key Qualifications:

• BA/BS in Accounting, Finance, or related Business field
• Strong working knowledge of US GAAP including revenue recognition
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Detail-oriented with excellent analytical and prioritization skills; interested in identifying and fixing problems
• Excellent teamwork, including the ability to interact with all organization levels.
• Professionalism & the ability to exercise good judgment

Preferred Qualifications:

• CPA
• 10+ years of public accounting experience
• Full financial close cycle experience
• Quickbooks experience
• Managed annual audits

What we offer:

• Competitive Salary and incentive pay
• Equity
• Comprehensive Medical/Dental/Vision coverage
• Flexible spending accounts for Medical, Childcare and Transportation
• Company paid STD, LTD and Life
• 401K Plan with Company Match
• Unlimited PTO

Do you want to love where you work?
Amazing Tech: NowSecure delivers the most advanced mobile app security testing technology on the planet designed by the world's most advanced security researchers and top engineering talent.
Top Customers: The world's most skilled and demanding security teams depend on NowSecure.
Great Team: Smart, driven people powered by craftsmanship, leadership and teamwork at the core.
Get Things Done: At NowSecure, we move fast and with purpose to ensure our customers are always protected on mobile.
Department: General & Administrative
Location: Chicago, IL
FLSA Class: Exempt
Supervisor: CFO
Supervision Exercised: Will Supervise current staff of 3 people
Travel Requirements: 10-20% for normal business needs
Environmental Conditions
Work Environment - Normal office environment and/or home office workspace.
Strength Guidelines - Employee will be expected to lift, move and carry 10-15 lbs in the normal scope of work.
Motion Parameters - Employee will be expected to sit for long periods of time with the option to stand or walk (stretch). Employee may need to bend or squat when picking up items from the floor. Employee must have ability to type on a computer keyboard.
Vision and Hearing Requirements - Employee must be able to see a computer screen, read internal and external reports and summaries. There is a normal amount of background noise in the office environment. Employee must be able to see and hear video conferencing tools.
Emotional Demands - Employee must be able to understand, react and respond to quick decisions, must be able to read and write with a high level of grammar skill including the ability to read, understand and interpret technical information and data. On occasion, employee may have to speak publicly in company meetings and/or company-led presentations, training and seminars.
Information Security Responsibilities

• Employee must follow all applicable policies in the Information Security Handbook, Master Information Security Policy and sub-policies, standards and procedures which are generally available to employee.
• Employee must maintain security of login credentials and information assets, and follow Data Classification policy regarding labeling and handling of Company data.
• Employee must report any security incidents pursuant to the Incident Response policy
• Employee must support information risk assessments, internal and external information security audit functions
• Employee must complete security training during on-boarding process as well as annually when arranged by the Company; and, maintain any certifications as required