CooperDouglas · 4 weeks ago
Vice President of Accounting
Orange County, CA
Full-time
Hybrid
Director/Executive
$250K/yr - $320K/yr
15+ years expCooperDouglas is a rapidly expanding, publicly traded company with a growing portfolio of consumer brands. They are seeking a Vice President of Accounting to lead corporate and operational accounting functions, ensuring accuracy, transparency, and compliance while supporting growth initiatives and continuous process improvement.
Staffing & Recruiting
Hiring Manager
Lily Mirhashemi
Responsibilities
Lead all accounting operations, including general ledger management, consolidations, revenue recognition, accounts payable and receivable, payroll, and fixed assets
Oversee the monthly close process, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and GAAP compliance across all business units
Design, implement, and maintain strong internal controls, policies, and procedures that ensure accuracy, transparency, and regulatory compliance
Supervise and mentor accounting staff, promote professional development, and build a culture of accountability and excellence
Prepare and present financial reports to executive leadership and the board, highlighting performance trends and operational insights
Ensure timely and accurate preparation of financial statements, management reports, and analytical dashboards to support strategic decision-making
Oversee adherence to federal, state, and international tax regulations, staying informed of changes that impact compliance or reporting standards
Partner with FP&A on budgeting, forecasting, and long-range strategic financial planning to align with company goals and optimize profitability
Provide technical accounting guidance and support for complex contracts, transactions, and capital asset management
Manage capital assets and develop tax strategies that maximize efficiency and compliance across all investment activities
Evaluate existing accounting practices, identify opportunities for process improvement, and lead automation and ERP system enhancements (e.g., NetSuite)
Drive operational efficiency across revenue, payroll, and intercompany reconciliations through technology and workflow optimization
Develop and implement accounting strategies focused on cost reduction, margin improvement, and overall profitability
Communicate effectively across departments to ensure cross-functional alignment and accurate, timely financial reporting
Mentor and develop a high-performing accounting team dedicated to innovation and continuous improvement
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required
CPA required
15+ years of progressive accounting experience, including public accounting (Big 4 or large regional) and corporate experience within a multi-entity publicly traded environment
Demonstrated success in a public company environment and familiarity with SEC reporting standards
Advanced technical accounting knowledge, especially revenue recognition, consolidations, and intercompany eliminations
ERP implementation or optimization experience required
Proven ability to lead teams through transformation while maintaining strong compliance, accuracy, and timeliness
Exceptional communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills with the ability to partner effectively across finance, operations, and executive leadership
Preferred
NetSuite proficiency
Benefits
Bonus
RSU
A very generous benefits package
Company
CooperDouglas
At CooperDouglas, we cut through the noise to connect top-tier Accounting & Finance talent with industry-leading companies across Southern California and beyond.
2-10 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageCompany data provided by crunchbase