Flywire · 2 weeks ago
Senior Director, Accounting Operations & SOX Compliance
Boston, MA
Full-time
Hybrid
Lead/Staff
$200K/yr - $260K/yrFlywire is a global payments enablement and software company on a mission to deliver important and complex payments. They are seeking a Senior Director, Accounting Operations & SOX Compliance to lead global accounting operations, ensure SOX compliance, and oversee financial audits while driving process improvements and team development.
Financial ServicesFinTechPaymentsService IndustrySoftware
Responsibilities
Lead and support a high functioning team of international accounting professionals through a period of rapid growth and technological transformation
Serve as a trusted advisor to the Corporate Controller, CFO, FP&A and executive leadership on accounting, reporting, and control matters
Primary lead for internal and external audits, with ability to resolve audit matters and anticipate challenges due to complex transactions and volume growth
Implement best practices, processes and controls to support operational teams including: A/P, Billing, Receivables and Payroll
Act as a key stakeholder in financial systems strategy, including ERP implementations, upgrades, and automation initiatives
Drive process improvements to enhance accuracy, efficiency, and controls across accounting and close processes
Partner with Operations, Analytics, IT, and other stakeholders to optimize data integrity and reporting capabilities
Build, lead, and mentor a global accounting organization, fostering a culture of accountability, excellence, and continuous improvement
Develop organizational structure and talent development strategies
Oversee key month-end, quarter-end and year-end tasks to ensure close timelines are maintained/accelerated
Qualification
Required
Proven experience as a Senior Director of Accounting in a comparable role at a publicly traded company within a high growth environment, preferably within software/technology space
Bachelor's degree in Accounting (CPA required and BIG4/Public Company experience a strong plus)
Participation, or leadership, of transformational projects (ERP implementation, integrations, data configuration)
Extensive knowledge of U.S. GAAP, internal controls and financial reporting
Proven experience leading global accounting teams, managing complex close processes and delivering within corporate timelines
Strong experience with internal controls, audit management, and regulatory compliance
Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously
Excellent communication to internal and external stakeholders with confidence and skill to up-level communications for c-level audience
Experience with Workday FINS and Accounting Center with demonstrated ability to drive transformation and automation of routine tasks
Benefits
Restricted Stock Units
Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
Flying Start - Our immersive Global Induction Program
Wellbeing Programs (Mental Health, Wellness)
Competitive time off including FlyBetter Days to volunteer in a cause you believe in and Digital Disconnect Days!
Great Talent & Development Programs
Company
Flywire
Flywire is a payments enablement and software company that simplifies complex payments for its clients and their customers.
Founded in 2011
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$583.3MKey Investors
Goldman SachsTemasek HoldingsBain Capital Ventures
2023-08-09Post Ipo Equity· $260.1M
2021-05-26IPO
2021-03-04Series F· $60M
Leadership Team
Mike Massaro
Chief Executive Officer
David King
Chief Technology Officer
Recent News
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