Senior Technical Accountant

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 devices we aim to protect.

Who you are:

A mature, driven, and reliable professional interested in building and scaling the accounting processes of an early stage, high-growth technology software company. You will report directly to the Assistant Controller and work closely with other leaders of the company. You will have the responsibility and latitude to establish best practices and guide the accounting framework, starting with taking over and enhancing the basic 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:

• Provides technical accounting support - including research & guidance - to implement & improve the company’s processes based on US GAAP
• Accounts Receivable – drafting, distributing, and managing invoices & monitoring receivables
• Accounts Payable – receiving, coding, & timely payment of vendor bills
• Month-end close – fixed and prepaid asset tracking, revenue recognition, bank reconciliations, and accrual calculations
• Processes payroll including calculating commissions & tracking benefits
• Compiles financial records for Board reporting & the annual financial statement audit
• Assists in development of internal controls and streamlining of processes
• Assists with coordinating a clean financial statement audit

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 eligible or CPA in-progress
• 2+ years of public accounting experience
• Full financial close cycle experience
• Quickbooks experience

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: Assistant Controller

Supervision Exercised: None

Travel Requirements: 10-20% for normal business needs

Environmental Conditions

Work Environment - Normal office environment and/or home office workspace. Generally similar environment when visiting Company’s customer offices.

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 labelling 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