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Wonder · 3 months ago

Sr. Director, Technical Accounting & External Reporting

New York, NY

Full-time

Hybrid

Director/Executive

$247K/yr - $272K/yr

12+ years exp

Wonder is a leading platform for food delivery, offering a diverse range of cuisines from top chefs. They are seeking a highly experienced Sr. Director of Technical Accounting and External Reporting to lead their reporting function as they transition to a public company, ensuring compliance with U.S. GAAP and managing the financial aspects of their IPO.

E-CommerceFood and BeverageFood DeliveryRestaurants

Responsibilities

Serve as the subject matter expert on all technical accounting matters, including revenue recognition (ASC 606), stock-based compensation (ASC 718), leases (ASC 842), and business combinations (ASC 805). Manage the development, implementation, and maintenance of all corporate accounting policies in collaboration with Group Controllers. Research, resolve, and document complex accounting transactions in formal memos

Lead the end-to-end preparation of the financial sections of S-1 registration statements and all subsequent SEC filings (10-K, 10-Q, 8-K). Contribute to the annual proxy statement process. Manage the external reporting calendar, coordinating with internal teams (Group Controllers, Legal, FP&A, Investor Relations) and external partners (auditors, legal counsel) to ensure deadlines are met

Design and implement a robust internal control framework over the financial reporting process. Ensure that the company will be prepared to be SOX compliant from day one as a public company. Partner with internal audit to test and validate controls

Collaborate extensively with finance, legal, operations, and technology teams to provide expert accounting guidance on new business initiatives, contracts, and strategic transactions. Prepare and present materials on complex accounting topics for the Audit Committee and senior management

Qualification

U.S. GAAPSEC regulationsSOX complianceS-1 preparationCPA certificationTechnical accountingERP systemsAnalytical skillsCommunication skillsInterpersonal skillsPresentation skillsProblem-solving skillsTeam leadership

Required

Minimum of 12+ years of progressive accounting experience, including a combination of 'Big 4' public accounting and leadership positions within a public company

Proven expertise in U.S. GAAP, SEC regulations, and SOX compliance

Demonstrated experience building and leading a technical accounting and reporting function

Hands-on experience implementing and operating strong controls in a SOX-compliant environment

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field

CPA certification is required

Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills

Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills, with the ability to effectively communicate complex accounting concepts to non-financial professionals

Proven ability to build and lead high-performing teams and manage external relationships with auditors and consultants

Proactive, self-motivated, and able to thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced pre-IPO environment

Experience with major ERP systems (e.g., NetSuite, SAP) and reporting tools (e.g., Workiva, ActiveDisclosure)