Director, Accounting

This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Director, Accounting based in United States.

The Director, Accounting will lead the accounting function across multiple revenue-generating entities, ensuring accurate financial reporting, strong internal controls, and operational excellence. This leadership role oversees the full accounting cycle, with a particular focus on revenue recognition, accounts receivable, and general ledger management. The successful candidate will drive efficient monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes while maintaining compliance with US GAAP and applicable internal control requirements. Working closely with Finance, Operations, and executive leadership, the Director will deliver actionable financial insights that support strategic planning and business growth. The role also offers an opportunity to strengthen accounting systems, optimize workflows, and lead initiatives that improve scalability and reporting accuracy. The ideal candidate combines deep technical accounting expertise with a proactive leadership style, strong analytical capabilities, and a commitment to continuous improvement.

Accountabilities

• Lead the full-cycle general ledger function, including revenue recognition, accounts receivable, and related sub-ledgers across multiple business entities.

• Direct monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes, ensuring accurate, timely, and compliant reporting.

• Review and approve journal entries, account reconciliations, roll-forwards, and profit and loss and balance sheet variance analyses.

• Establish, maintain, and improve accounting policies, internal controls, and operational best practices to support business growth.

• Oversee customer invoicing, revenue tracking, receivables management, and weekly cash collections forecasting, providing relevant insights to senior leadership.

• Prepare and oversee management reporting packages and ad hoc financial analyses to support business decisions.

• Serve as the primary liaison for external auditors during annual audits and quarterly reviews, maintaining SOX-related controls and documented process narratives.

• Identify opportunities to streamline accounting operations, strengthen the control environment, and improve financial reporting processes.

• Partner with FP&A, Operations, and executive leadership on financial planning, business initiatives, and cross-functional projects.

• Lead financial systems enhancements, including NetSuite improvements, new tool or module implementations, system upgrades, integration initiatives, and process redesigns.

Requirements

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

• Active Certified Public Accountant (CPA) credential required.

• Seven to ten years of progressive accounting experience, including at least two years in public accounting.

• Experience in publicly held media, entertainment, or advertising technology companies strongly preferred.

• Deep knowledge of US GAAP, revenue accounting, operational accounting, financial reporting, and management reporting practices.

• Demonstrated leadership experience managing accounting teams, complex workflows, and competing priorities while meeting demanding deadlines.

• Hands-on experience with NetSuite required.

• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word, with excellent analytical, problem-solving, and financial review skills.

• Ability to identify, investigate, and resolve complex accounting issues while maintaining exceptional attention to detail.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across departments and with senior leadership.

• High integrity, a strong work ethic, sound judgment, and a commitment to operational excellence and continuous improvement.

Benefits

• Annual base salary: $125,000–$150,000, depending on experience.

• Remote work: The position is listed as remote, with Los Angeles, California, identified as the location.

• Employment type: Full-time.

• Additional benefits, including healthcare coverage, retirement plans, paid time off, and other employee perks, were not specified in the provided job description and should be confirmed during the hiring process.