Director of Technical Accounting

Velo CFO

$130K — $160K *
Legal & Accounting
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • CPA or equivalent accounting qualification required.
  • 8+ years of progressive accounting experience, especially in technology environments.
  • Minimum 2 years of experience in a technology company.
  • Previous experience in public accounting at manager or senior manager level.
  • Strong technical accounting knowledge under US GAAP, focusing on financial instruments, consolidation, and lease accounting.
  • Exceptional problem-solving, strategic thinking, and adaptability to fast-paced environments.

Responsibilities

  • Evaluate complex and non-routine transactions, documenting conclusions according to U.S. GAAP.
  • Translate technical accounting findings into operational guidance, including journal entries and close procedures.
  • Lead the preparation and review of technical accounting memoranda for management and auditors.
  • Maintain and enhance the technical accounting framework, including policies and documentation.
  • Design and implement scalable processes for new accounting requirements and business growth.
  • Act as a trusted advisor on high-impact accounting issues for the client base.

Benefits

  • Flexible working arrangements to promote work-life balance.
  • Opportunities for professional development and continued education.
  • Collaborative team environment fostering innovation and creativity.
  • Access to a diverse client base for broad exposure in the accounting field.
Full Job Description
Roles & Responsibilities:
  • Evaluate complex, judgmental, and non-routine transactions and document accounting conclusions under U.S. GAAP.
  • Translate technical accounting conclusions into practical operational guidance, including journal entries, close procedures, disclosure considerations, and control requirements.
  • Lead the preparation and review of technical accounting memoranda, and other documentation for management and client auditors.
  • Maintain and enhance VeloCFO's technical accounting framework, including policies, interpretive guidance, and documentation for both recurring and non-recurring accounting matters.
  • Help design and implement scalable processes to support new accounting requirements, evolving business activities, and continued organizational growth.
  • Serve as a trusted thought partner on novel, high-impact accounting issues across the client base.

Qualifications:
  • CPA or equivalent accounting qualification.
  • 8+ years of progressive accounting experience, with at least 2 years in technology company environments.
  • Prior experience in a public accounting firm at a manager or senior manager level.
  • A strong foundation in technical accounting under US GAAP, with expertise in financial instruments, consolidation and lease accounting.
  • Exceptional problem-solving capabilities, strategic thinking, and the ability to work in a fast-paced, innovative environment.

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