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Cars Commerce ยท 2 days ago

Director, Financial Accounting & Reporting

Cars Commerce is a company dedicated to simplifying the car buying and selling process through innovative technology. They are seeking a Director of Financial Accounting and Reporting to lead their accounting and SEC reporting teams, ensuring compliance with regulations and overseeing the preparation of financial statements.

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Responsibilities

Maintain overall responsibility for day-to-day management of monthly, quarterly and annual close processes, ensuring timely and accurate financial statements prepared in accordance with US GAAP
Oversee preparation and filing of all SEC reports, including Form 10-K, 10-Q, 8-K, and other required regulatory filings
Coordinate with internal and external auditors on quarterly reviews and the annual audit
Serve as a primary technical accounting resource, researching and documenting complex accounting issues (e.g., revenue recognition, stock-based compensation, leases, business combinations)
Monitor new accounting pronouncements from FASB and SEC, assessing their impact on the company's financial statements and developing action plan and implementation program
Develop and maintain comprehensive accounting policies and procedures
Provide guidance on structuring revenue streams and/or contracts to optimize revenue recognition and financial/operational efficiency
Act as an escalation point for day-to-day issues by partnering with appropriate parties to reach compromises and resolutions with commercial and operational practicability, while mitigating risk
Act as a primarily resource in due diligence process for accounting and reporting and lead integration of new business across Finance, such as developing integration plan and timeline for the OTC process
Participate as a key stakeholder in systems migration project from requirements gathering and system integration efforts
Responsible for execution of certain internal controls over financial reporting that are integral to an effectively designed and operating internal control environment in compliance with SOX requirements
Establish and maintain strong relationships with peers, stakeholders, leaders, and team members to continually develop and enhance the capabilities of the high-performing and dynamic environment
Execute strategies to reduce functional and operational complexity through streamlined processes, optimized use of technology, and efficient use of resources to deliver cost effective, high quality services to all stakeholders

Qualification

CPAUS GAAPSEC reportingSarbanes Oxley (SOX)Financial systemsRevenue recognitionAnalytical skillsProject managementCommunication skillsAttention to detailCollaborationSelf-starter

Required

Bachelor's degree or higher in Accounting or Finance
CPA required
10+ years of progressive financial leadership experience required, including 3+ years in SEC reporting with a US-listed company
Experience with a blend of Big 4 public accounting and corporate accounting is highly desirable
Demonstrated in-depth knowledge of US GAAP and Sarbanes Oxley (SOX) internal controls
Proficient understanding of revenue recognition principles, coupled with experience in handling complex revenue transactions
Exceptional analytical and problem-solving abilities
Ability to lead large scale projects across the organization and effect change
Ability to effectively research and compile data from financial reporting systems, databases, spreadsheets, and other data sources
Ability to manage and balance multiple priorities and urgent requests effectively, with the ability to quickly adapt for changing business needs
Focus on accuracy and high attention to detail
Advanced skills in Excel and Google suite
Positive, collaborative, and approachable work style to enable success in working cross functionally
Self-starter with a strong sense of ownership and ability to prioritize work with the ability to adapt to the changing needs of the company
Excellent, clear communication skills, written and oral

Preferred

Proficiency in financial systems and experience with SEC reporting software like Workiva

Benefits

Medical, Dental & Vision Healthcare Plans
New Hire Stipend for Home Office Set-Up
Generous PTO
Refuel - a service based recognition program where employees receive additional paid time away to learn grow and reset
Paid Holidays, Floating Holiday, Volunteer Day, Recharge Day

Company

Cars Commerce

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Cars Commerce is an audience-driven technology company that simplifies buying and selling cars.

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage

Leadership Team

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Alex Vetter
Director, President and CEO
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