WAYS YOU’LL CONTRIBUTE
Lead the Accounting and accounting operations teams through month-end close, including ensuring revenue and costs are accurately recorded; preparing, reviewing, and approving journal entries in a timely manner; preparing and reviewing balance sheet reconciliations; identifying opportunities to shorten the close process; and partnering with FP&A and tax on month-end reports and close deliverables (35%)
Mentoring, coaching, and leading the Accounting team by supporting career development, removing roadblocks, encouraging team members to expand their skills and take on new challenges, and helping them succeed in their day-to-day work (25%)
Leading the annual audit by partnering with internal and external auditors throughout the year to support compliance with applicable standards (20%)
Coordinating the preparation of U.S. GAAP financial statements, footnotes, and other external reporting deliverables (10%)
Analyzing, researching, and documenting relevant accounting guidance and interpretations to determine the Company’s accounting approach for complex topics, including equity, share-based compensation, leases, revenue recognition, and business combinations; preparing accounting memos; and proactively reviewing accounting implications with the Company’s auditors, including the impact of newly issued accounting standards and SEC reporting rules (10%)
Identifying areas for process improvement, partnering with appropriate stakeholders, and implementing improvements independently, including the use of AI tools and automation to reduce manual effort across the Accounting team
Acting as subject matter expert and resource for questions on all technical and complex accounting topics applicable to our business
Owning the hierarchy, scalability, and accuracy of the chart of accounts, general ledger, and financial statements, including decision-making over transaction classification and recording
Serving as a liaison with FP&A on related tasks, including monthly and annual budget forecasts
WHAT YOU BRING TO THE TABLE
10+ years of accounting experience
4+ years of experience managing an accounting team, including remote work management
Comprehensive knowledge of U.S. GAAP
Active CPA license
Confidence communicating financial results and accounting implications to relevant stakeholders
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and partner with management to establish appropriate deadlines
Strong organizational and prioritization skills, with the ability to work independently and collaborate cross-functionally to meet deadlines
Understanding of internal controls and experience creating process documentation
Experience using AI tools, such as Microsoft Copilot or similar large language models, to improve efficiency
Thoughtful approach to collaboration, process design, and decision-making that prioritizes equity, access, and continuous learning
Commitment to creating inclusive, respectful environments where all voices are valued and supported
BONUS POINTS
Experience in AdTech industry
Prior remote work experience
Experience using NetSuite
Experience implementing AI agents or automations into workflows
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