The Director of Accounting is a strategic and detail-oriented leader responsible for overseeing Second Sight's accounting operations. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting expertise and leadership capabilities, and will help scale processes, strengthen financial operations, and drive business performance. This position reports directly to the VP of Finance.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Oversee the preparation of all necessary financial statements, and partner with FP&A Manager to ensure that all financial reporting is accurate and timely
- Own management of cash balances and any potential lines of credit
- Partner with FP&A manager on forecasting of cash needs
- Completion of annual audit and coordination with auditors on technical matters
- Supervise tax consultants in maintaining partnership accounts, K-1s, partner communications and managing partnership filings/compliance and sales & usage tax filings
- Liaison with corporate tax team of parent to transition preparation of income tax provision and other tax related entries for GAAP accounting
- Manage the processing of all accounts payables and receivables, including application of cash receipts
- Monitor the accuracy of financial data and ensure that all financial transactions are properly recorded
- Develop and implement financial policies and procedures to ensure compliance with all applicable laws and regulations
- Partner with VP - Finance and FP&A Manager to provide financial guidance and support to department heads, and ensure that all financial decisions are in alignment with the organization's strategic goals
- Supervise and mentor team of 3
Requirements and Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field
- Minimum of 8 years of experience in accounting and finance preferred
- Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license
- Advanced knowledge of GAAP and federal and state tax laws
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- Able to communicate effectively with both internal and external stakeholders
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with large ERP (such as Workday or SAP)
- Experience working for a technology development company
- Led/participated in implementation of an ERP
- Led design of processes and procedures for material aspects of an accounting department
Candidate must be able to submit verification of his/her legal right to work in the U.S., without company sponsorship.
Salary Range: $160,000 - $180,000