Head of Accounting Policy

Skills

About the Role

You will own the accounting-policy and technical-accounting function. You will establish US GAAP policies, lead analysis of complex transactions, produce defensible technical memos, engage auditors and regulators, and prepare reporting processes for public-company readiness. You will advise on transaction design, lead the technical accounting function, and strengthen complex-area controls.

Requirements

• Active CPA license
• Public accounting experience at least at Director, Managing Director, Partner, or qualifying national-office Senior Manager level
• Deep US GAAP expertise
• Strong knowledge of SEC reporting requirements
• Experience leading a technical accounting or accounting policy function at a high-growth technology company
• Ability to research, document, and defend conclusions on complex accounting issues
• Excellent written and verbal communication

Responsibilities

• Establish, document, and maintain US GAAP accounting policies
• Advise on complex revenue, infrastructure, financing, equity, M&A, and investment transactions
• Create rigorous technical accounting whitepapers and position memos
• Lead technical discussions with external auditors and the SEC
• Prepare financial statements, disclosures, and reporting controls for public-company-grade reporting
• Assess and implement new FASB standards and SEC rules
• Advise Legal, Tax, FP&A, and deal stakeholders during transaction design
• Lead and develop the technical accounting and accounting policy function
• Report significant accounting positions, judgments, and estimates to leadership and the Audit Committee
• Strengthen controls over complex accounting areas

Benefits

• Optional equity donation matching
• Generous vacation
• Parental leave
• Flexible working hours