Role Overview:
The Director of Accounting will own core accounting operations and lead the monthly, quarterly, and annual close, ensuring accurate and timely US GAAP reporting. This is a senior leadership role with a seat on the finance leadership team, reporting to the Assistant Controller. The role leads 3 Accounting Managers within a team of about 10.
Key responsibilities:
- Lead the full close cycle and deliver accurate reporting on tight timelines
- Own technical accounting research and memos, including equity, leases, FX, capitalized software, goodwill, and intangibles
- Draft and maintain accounting policies, train the team, and implement new GAAP standards
- Run the annual audit and resolve complex issues with external auditors
- Lead accounting for M&A, including diligence, purchase accounting, and finance integration
- Strengthen internal controls and drive improvements to processes, systems, and efficiency
- Partner with Finance, Legal, and regional finance teams on global and cross-border matters
Location: Greater Los Angeles, hybrid with 3 days per week onsite. Relocation assistance is available.
Experience Desired:
- CPA license
- 10+ years of accounting and financial reporting experience, including 3+ years in public accounting
- Hands-on ownership of the month-, quarter-, and year-end close
- Experience at companies with more than $500M in revenue
- Expert knowledge of US GAAP and the ability to research and document complex technical issues
- Proven people leadership, ideally including managing managers
- Retail or consumer products experience preferred
