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Grubhub · 1 day 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 dynamic company seeking a highly experienced Sr. Director of Technical Accounting and External Reporting to lead their reporting function as they prepare for an IPO. This critical leadership role involves overseeing technical accounting matters, statutory reporting, and ensuring the integrity of financial statements while collaborating with various executive leaders.

E-CommerceFood and BeverageFood DeliveryMarketplace

No H1B

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 complianceTechnical accountingCPA certificationS-1 preparationERP systemsAnalytical skillsCommunication skillsInterpersonal skillsPresentation skillsProblem-solving skills

Required

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

Direct, hands-on experience leading the preparation of S-1 financials sections for a successful IPO is strongly preferred

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)