Zum

Director, Accounting

Zum • $220K — $280K *
Legal & Accounting
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 10+ years of progressive accounting experience, ideally in Hardtech or transportation industries
  • Combined experience in venture-backed and publicly listed firms preferred
  • Strong understanding of US GAAP, SEC rules, and lease accounting
  • Demonstrated ability to lead complex, cross-functional projects
  • Proficient in researching accounting topics and preparing detailed memoranda
  • Team-oriented approach with a focus on fostering collaboration
  • BA/BS degree in Accounting, CPA certification preferred

Responsibilities

  • Manage monthly and quarterly financial close processes for accuracy
  • Oversee general accounting functions including revenue accounting and accounts payable
  • Hire, mentor, and develop accounting staff to achieve departmental goals
  • Facilitate interdepartmental teamwork for optimal operational efficiency
  • Recommend process improvements and cost savings to management
  • Maintain and manage the NetSuite ERP system and compliance policies
  • Lead initiatives ensuring effective accounting processes and controls
  • Advise senior management on accounting issues and operational insights
  • Interface with external auditors for annual audit processes
  • Monitor changes in FASB and SEC regulations and assess their impact
  • Build relationships across internal departments
  • Establish and document a strong internal control environment compliant with SOX
  • Engage in special projects as required

Benefits

  • Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance offered
  • 401(k) plan with employer contributions
  • Paid holidays and vacation time
  • Wellness programs available
  • Additional compensation potential through equity or commission options
Full Job Description
Who You Are:

Reporting to the VP, Corporate Controller, the Director, Accounting is responsible for ensuring the integrity of accounting and reporting by providing process knowledge, technical expertise, business collaboration, and reporting leadership, with a strong desire to improve processes and controls. The candidate must be a leader, have experience in managing teams, be detail oriented, have strong organization and communication skills, and be hands-on. The position requires management capabilities to communicate with and educate finance and non-finance personnel on financial policies, reporting requirements and business trends and opportunities.

What You'll Do:
  • Manage the monthly and quarterly close process, including financial statement reviews of our locations, to ensure integrity of the consolidated financial statements
  • Oversee all day-to-day general accounting matters, Revenue accounting, accounts payable and the general ledger, including journal entries, reconciliations, month-end close, analyses and schedules
  • Hires, educates and coaches accounting staff to meet and exceed department operating standards and goals
  • Promotes teamwork within the departments, and between departments to achieve smooth operations and quality services
  • Presents recommendations to management to improve efficiency and cost savings as appropriate
  • Maintain the NetSuite ERP system and financial accounting policies for areas impacting financial reporting
  • Lead the implementation of new initiatives including ensuring the accounting, processes, and controls are accurate, effective and efficient
  • Provide accounting advice to senior management on a range of issues, both technical and operational
  • Support the VP, Corporate Controller with the preparation of periodic board and management presentations
  • Primary interface with external auditors in the planning and execution of annual audits including PBC deliverables, ongoing coordination of audit activities, and financial statement preparation and reviews
  • Proactively monitor current FASB and SEC activities and evaluate the impact of adopting new accounting standards
  • Develop and maintain working relationships across all internal organizations
  • Develop, document and maintain a strong internal control environment; provide leadership in establishing a SOX-compliant control structure
  • Lead and participate in special projects as necessary

What You Bring To Zūm:
  • 10+ years of hands-on working experience showing consistent progression
  • A mix of venture-backed and medium to large publicly listed Hardtech, transportation and or service industry, and Big 4 experience is highly desired
  • Strong knowledge of US GAAP and SEC rules, especially around lease accounting, and equity-related matters including stock-based compensation
  • Ability to independently research a wide range of accounting topics and write well-reasoned memoranda
  • Ability to lead complex projects which require influence and implementation across business groups and functions
  • A desire to have a positive impact on our company while promoting teamwork within the departments, and between departments to achieve smooth operations and quality services
  • BA/BS degree in Accounting
  • CPA certification is desired

The targeted base salary range for this role is listed in the compensation section below. Actual salary may be above or below this range based on factors such as location, skills, and relevant experience. In addition, this position may include additional compensation in the form of equity or commissions. If you are a full-time salaried or hourly worker, we offer the following benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), Holidays, Wellness, Vacation, and more. The targeted pay range for this role in US CA is: $220,000 - $280,000

About Zum

Z?m is a California-based company that provides safe, reliable, and stress-free transportation solutions for school districts and busy families. The company offers a mobile app that enables parents to schedule rides for their children to and from school, after-school activities, and other destinations. Z?m also provides transportation services for school districts, including special education transportation, field trips, and athletic events. The company's mission is to provide a safe and reliable transportation solution for children and families, while also reducing traffic congestion and improving air quality. Z?m was founded in 2015 and is headquartered in San Francisco, California.
Learn more about Zum
Size
100 employees
Industry
Founded
2015

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